Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN is linked to 16 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Golden Retriever, Pomsky, Poodle, Shih Tzu
Latest inspectionSeptember 24, 2025Latest Dog Count187109 adults · 78 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file32-A-0540, 32-A-0438Indiana licenseInspections on file16 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN is linked to 16 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from July 2015 to September 2025.
Across 16 inspections between July 2015 and September 2025, inspectors recorded between 70 dogs and 234 dogs at Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN. The most recent count was 187 dogs on September 24, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
July 9, 2015
USDA 32-A-0438
Routine inspection
157 dogs
1 finding
January 19, 2016
USDA 32-A-0438
Routine inspection
137 dogs
None
February 25, 2016
USDA 32-A-0540
Pre-license inspection #1
172 dogs
None
August 16, 2016
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
164 dogs
4 findings
September 12, 2016
USDA 32-A-0540
Focused inspection
70 dogs
None
August 29, 2017
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
224 dogs
None
July 5, 2018
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
234 dogs
None
June 25, 2019
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
226 dogs
None
February 10, 2021
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
225 dogs
None
February 10, 2022
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
223 dogs
None
March 7, 2023
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
206 dogs
None
January 18, 2024
USDA 32-A-0540
Re-license inspection
209 dogs
1 finding
January 31, 2024
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
217 dogs
None
January 31, 2024
USDA 32-A-0540
Re-license inspection
217 dogs
None
December 11, 2024
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
210 dogs
None
September 24, 2025
USDA 32-A-0540
Routine inspection
187 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
July 9, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 32-A-0438
157 dogs recorded (119 adults · 38 puppies).
Female Shih Tzu eye injury and dental inflammation
There is a female Shihtzu #218 that has an injured left eye that is dark red in color and swollen and very bloodshot in the throughout the white of the eye, and in the center of the eyeball. There is a small circular protrusion in the center of the eye that could be a tear or possible puncture that could be the source of the injury or result. This is possibly a recent injury and had not been observed by the licensee until the inspection, and has not been treated. This same female had a large buildup of brown material on her teeth, with swollen and red gums due to inflammation. There were 2 areas on the gums where they were bleeding slightly around two teeth due to inflammation. It is important that all injuries are identified as soon as possible and proper diagnosis and treatment is provided to decrease the pain or discomfort to the animal. The licensee needs to contact the attending veterinarian for proper diagnosis and treatment of the eye. To be corrected by: July 9, 2015
August 16, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 32-A-0540
164 dogs recorded (164 age not given).
Puppy records missing dates sold
There are several puppy records that are missing the dates sold on the record sheets required for record management.
Disposition forms missing shipper and color
The Disposition 7006 forms are missing the name and address information on the commercial shipper area of the record forms, and color descriptions of animals sold.
Floor gap in pens 2 and 6
In pens 2 and 6 on the north side of back yard kennel that have flooring that needs to be secured together where 2 floor sections come together. The floor sections have a 1/2 inch to 1 inch gap when stepped on that pulls them apart where a dogs toes or foot could get caught.
Birthing enclosures with protruding wire
There are 3 primary enclosures in the whelping building that have wire patches over existing repairs on the floors where the pointed wire ends are protruding into the enclosure.
January 18, 2024 — Re-license inspection, USDA 32-A-0540
209 dogs recorded (132 adults · 77 puppies).
Golden Retriever swollen lip growth
There is a golden retriever, 2yr old, M, (Clifford, 2558) that has a wound or growth approximately 2in x .5 inches long on the inside lower left lip. The area is swollen and pink. The growth had not been observed in the past three weeks since the last heartworm treatment, resulting in no veterinary diagnosis or direction at the time of the inspection. The dog was in good condition and did not appear to be in any discomfort, however the growth/injury needs to be seen by a veterinarian. The lack of timely veterinary care can cause a treatable condition to become chorinc and/or cause unnecessary dicomfort to the regulated animal. A veterinarian must be contacted for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Has Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 16 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 24, 2025, inspectors counted 187 dogs (109 adults · 78 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN raise?
The records name Golden Retriever, Pomsky, Poodle, Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Dusty Road Kennel – Odon, IN hold?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.