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Dog breeder in Monticello, IA (Havanese +2). 164 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 3 problems across 8 reports. Every report is free to read.
Monticello, Iowa
Dog breeder in Monticello, IA (Havanese +2). 164 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 3 problems across 8 reports. Every report is free to read.
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.
| 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 |
169 dogs recorded (139 adults · 30 puppies).
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.
Addiotnally, the PVC doesn't address the frequency of vaccination against rabies.
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.
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
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.
The records name Havanese, Maltese, Yorkie. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
2 other licences have been recorded at the address used by Ethan & Garry Zumbach – Monticello, IA:
Kennels near this one, and others recording the same breeds.
| Kennel | Location | Why related | Dogs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom & Tiffany Melsh – Melsh Precious Pets | Anamosa, IA | Nearby · 9 mi | 41 dogs | No notes |
| Jeff Voss – JNJ Kennels | Ryan, IA | Nearby · 11 mi | 18 dogs | 7 notes |
| Maple Ament – Field of Dreamz Kennels | Hopkinton, IA | Nearby · 13 mi | 12 dogs | No notes |
| Mitsue S Gorman – Nippo Shiba | Springville, IA | Nearby · 13 mi | 6 dogs | 1 note |
| Brad E Grotewold | Lake Mills, IA | Same breed · Havanese | 111 dogs | No notes |
| Daniel Gingerich – Maple Hill Puppies | Seymour, IA | Same breed · Havanese | 261 dogs | 303 notes |
| Allen & Wanda Koedam – Koedams Kountry Kennels | Rock Rapids, IA | Same breed · Maltese | 128 dogs | 7 notes |
| Big Star Kennel | West Point, IA | Same breed · Maltese | 422 dogs | 1 note |
| James Yoder – Taylor Ridge Kennel | Bloomfield, IA | Same breed · Yorkie | 52 dogs | 3 notes |
| Jerry & Carla Couchman – C & L Puppies | Weldon, IA | Same breed · Yorkie | 71 dogs | 16 notes |
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