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The cheek teeth had mild build up of brown material and the adjacent gums were mildly reddened. Facility records indicated a dental cleaning was completed on 7-15-21 and no loose teeth were noted at that time. Daily observation of animals is necessary to assess their health and well-being. This dog must be evaluated by the veterinarian. Note: The licensee contacted the veterinarian during the inspection and scheduled an appointment."},{"h":"Puppies missing identification numbers","tags":[],"q":"The facility doesn't have individual identification numbers documented on the cage cards for two different litters, totaling five puppies born on 1-29-22. Individual identification of puppies is necessary to account for animal births. Assign individual identification numbers to the puppies in a timely manner. Note: The facility generated new cage cards with individual animal identification numbers before the completion of the inspection. This is a 1st Relicense Inspection for a Class “A” license."}]},{"d":"2022-02-08","s":"USDA","l":"42-A-1564","t":"Re-license inspection","n":113,"b":"81 adults · 32 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/42-A-1564/2-8-2022.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2023-05-23","s":"USDA","l":"42-A-1564","t":"Routine inspection","n":127,"b":"86 adults · 41 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/42-A-1564/5-23-2023.pdf","f":[]}]},{"n":"42-A-1102","src":"USDA","nm":"Carla Zumbach","st":false,"a":"2•• 200th Ave","c":"Monticello, IA","m":true,"y":"2014 – 2018","x":"Cancelled 2/1/2020","r":[{"d":"2014-03-10","s":"USDA","l":"42-A-1102","t":"Routine inspection","n":208,"b":"141 adults · 67 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/42-A-1102/3-10-2014.pdf","f":[{"h":"Animal inventory records inaccurate","tags":[],"q":"The records of animals on hand are incomplete. The records indicate that 126 breeders are at the facility. The actual count of the breeders was 141 during the time of inspection. These records are important to account for animals entering and leaving the facility. Update the records to accurately reflect the animals that are currently at the facility and assure that they are maintained. To be corrected: 3-17-14"}]},{"d":"2015-05-14","s":"USDA","l":"42-A-1102","t":"Routine inspection","n":193,"b":"145 adults · 48 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/42-A-1102/5-14-2015.pdf","f":[{"h":"Yorkshire Terrier male lame, overgrown nail","tags":[],"q":"An adult Yorkshire terrier male, (microchip number 094-791-592) was lame and not bearing any weight on its left front leg during time of inspection. The front paw had an abnormal nail. The nail was approximately 3 to 4 times larger in diameter than the rest of the nails and excessively long. The licensee indicated that this dogs condition had not been reported to the veterinarian during the time of inspection. The licensee must have this animal examined by the veterinarian to ensure that an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan are obtained. The licensee must document this information and make it available to the inspector upon request. The licensee must ensure that all animals receive adequate veterinary care at all times. 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On each of the dogs' medical records, the facility documented the medications prescribed, the frequency, and the duration to be given. The facility was administering the medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, but didn't document each time the medications were given to the animals. This information is needed for APHIS inspectors to evaluate the medical care provided by the facility. 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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from February 2020 to July 2025.
Across 8 inspections between February 2020 and July 2025, inspectors recorded between 154 dogs and 256 dogs at Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA. The most recent count was 164 dogs on July 10, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 12, 2020
USDA 42-A-1636
Pre-license inspection #1
213 dogs
None
December 10, 2020
USDA 42-A-1636
Routine inspection
184 dogs
None
February 16, 2022
USDA 42-A-1636
Re-license inspection
169 dogs
3 findings
February 16, 2022
USDA 42-A-1636
Re-license inspection
169 dogs
None
December 1, 2022
USDA 42-A-1636
Routine inspection
178 dogs
None
March 21, 2024
USDA 42-A-1636
Routine inspection
256 dogs
None
February 18, 2025
USDA 42-A-1636
Re-license inspection
154 dogs
None
July 10, 2025
USDA 42-A-1636
Routine inspection
164 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
February 16, 2022 — Re-license inspection, USDA 42-A-1636
169 dogs recorded (139 adults · 30 puppies).
PVC missing exam frequency
The documented Program of Veterinary Care (PVC) for the dogs doesn't address the frequency the veterinarian will complete a head to tail physical examination of the dogs. … The facility is currently vaccinating the dogs according to the veterinarian's recommendation and the animals are receiving a head to tail physical exam no less than one time per year according the the medical records.
PVC missing rabies vaccination frequency
Addiotnally, the PVC doesn't address the frequency of vaccination against rabies.
Four dogs missing medication logs
Four dogs are receiving medications prescribed by the veterinarian. On each of the dogs' medical records, the facility documented the medications prescribed, the frequency, and the duration to be given. The facility was administering the medications as prescribed by the veterinarian, but didn't document each time the medications were given to the animals. This information is needed for APHIS inspectors to evaluate the medical care provided by the facility. Assure all dog medical records document each time a medication is administered.
Has Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 10, 2025, inspectors counted 164 dogs (119 adults · 45 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA raise?
The records name Havanese, Maltese, Yorkie. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA hold?
USDA licence 42-A-1636 — expires 3/10/2028
Is anyone else licensed at this address?
2 other licences have been recorded at the address used by Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA:
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.