Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel

Fort Madison, IA

Breeder Snapshot

Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Fort Madison, Iowa. Pawthenticity has 13 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was April 23, 2025, with 71 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 3 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
71
USDA Citations
3
USDA License
42-A-1285
USDA License Exp
4/24/2027

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel raises the following breed(s): Dachshund, Pomeranian, Shih Tzu.

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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.

  1. 121 total dogs
    ⚠️ Indoor Housing
    “There was a strong ammonia-like odor upon entering the whelpingGiving birth to puppies. room in the indoor housing facility.”
  2. 93 total dogs
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “Male chocolate/tan Dachshund (microchip #105-560-337) has a buildup of brown tartar on the teeth.”

Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.

Records last reviewed June 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 42-A-1285. The license expiration date on file is 4/24/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 71 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 3 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel located?
Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel's facility is registered in Fort Madison, IA according to USDA records.
Has Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel's current USDA license is 42-A-1285. 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 Denise Krogmeier — Chalk Ridge Kennel'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.

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