22 total dogs
No findings
David Lynn Bontrager
> 1 USDA License
Shipshewana, IN
Breeder Snapshot
David Lynn Bontrager is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Shipshewana, Indiana. Pawthenticity has 4 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2022. The most recent was February 10, 2026, with 26 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 1 citation. This breeder has held 2 USDA licenses: 32-A-0964 from 2022 to 2024, and current license 32-A-1164 from 2026 to present. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 26
- USDA Citations
- 1
- USDA License
- 32-A-1164
- USDA License Exp
- 3/2/2029
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, David Lynn Bontrager raises the following breed(s): Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
David Lynn Bontrager — USDA License 32-A-0964 (previous)
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18 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION21 total dogsCavalier (Zoe) infected ear
“During the inspection an infected right ear was found on an female Cavalier Spaniel named Zoe. ... The inside of the ear was slightly red and had moderate amounts of greasy brown exudate ...”
David Lynn Bontrager — USDA License 32-A-1164 (current)
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26 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is David Lynn Bontrager a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
David Lynn Bontrager is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 32-A-1164. The license expiration date on file is 3/2/2029. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did David Lynn Bontrager have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 26 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does David Lynn Bontrager have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 1 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is David Lynn Bontrager located?
David Lynn Bontrager's facility is registered in Shipshewana, IN according to USDA records.
Has David Lynn Bontrager held more than one USDA license?
David Lynn Bontrager's current USDA license is 32-A-1164. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view David Lynn Bontrager's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
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Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
