Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Etna Green, IN. 28 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 8 reports. Every report is free to read.
Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions
Etna Green, Indiana
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
French Bulldog, Mini Goldendoodle
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
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Inspection Report Details
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All inspections and findings in full
Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions is linked to 8 public inspection reports, from December 2019 to June 2026.
Across 8 inspections between December 2019 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 28 dogs and 69 dogs at Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions. The most recent count was 28 dogs on June 8, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2019 | USDA 32-A-0817 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 34 dogs | None |
| April 13, 2021 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Pre-license inspection | 42 dogs | None |
| July 6, 2021 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Routine inspection | 69 dogs | None |
| March 24, 2022 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Routine inspection | 52 dogs | None |
| March 8, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Routine inspection | 42 dogs | None |
| March 25, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Re-license inspection | 61 dogs | None |
| September 16, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Routine inspection | 34 dogs | None |
| June 8, 2026 | USDA 32-A-0862 | Routine inspection | 28 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions been cited by inspectors?
No. 8 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 8, 2026, inspectors counted 28 dogs (20 adults · 8 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions raise?
The records name French Bulldog, Mini Goldendoodle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Ernest Bontrager – Paw Print Companions hold?
- USDA licence 32-A-0862 — expires 4/14/2027
- USDA licence 32-A-0817 — Cancelled 4/14/2021
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