Breeder snapshot
Maltipoo and Yorkipoo breeder in Shipshewana, IN. 57 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 7 reports. Every report is free to read.
Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN
Shipshewana, Indiana
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Maltipoo, Yorkipoo
Cancelled 6/17/2026
Inspection Summary
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All inspections and findings in full
Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN is linked to 7 public inspection reports, from May 2017 to October 2024.
Across 7 inspections between May 2017 and October 2024, inspectors recorded between 34 dogs and 73 dogs at Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN. The most recent count was 57 dogs on October 29, 2024.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2017 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 34 dogs | None |
| March 14, 2018 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| May 9, 2019 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Routine inspection | 47 dogs | None |
| February 1, 2022 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Routine inspection | 70 dogs | None |
| February 16, 2023 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Re-license inspection | 67 dogs | None |
| February 6, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Routine inspection | 73 dogs | None |
| October 29, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0624 | Routine inspection | 57 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN been cited by inspectors?
No. 7 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, October 29, 2024, inspectors counted 57 dogs (36 adults · 21 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN raise?
The records name Maltipoo, Yorkipoo. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Gary Bontrager – Shipshewana, IN hold?
- USDA licence 32-A-0624 — Cancelled 6/17/2026
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