James E Miller – Elite Puppies

Horrible Hundred

Millersburg, OH

Breeder Snapshot

James E Miller – Elite Puppies is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Millersburg, Ohio. Pawthenticity has 4 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2023. The most recent was May 6, 2026, with 79 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 2 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
79
USDA Citations
2
USDA License
31-A-0979
USDA License Exp
4/25/2029

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, James E Miller – Elite Puppies raises the following breed(s): Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.

USDA Inspections

USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.

  1. 83 total dogs
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “The facility does not maintain complete medical records for adult dogs.”
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “The facility was unable to provide documentation of fecal tests performed for puppies.”

Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.

Records last reviewed June 2026.

Horrible Hundred

The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):

2021: Unlawful medication; Dogs with dental disease; Lack of veterinary care

Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.

The Humane Society's Horrible Hundred report is the result of extensive research and investigation. Please consider supporting the Humane Society's efforts with a donation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is James E Miller – Elite Puppies a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
James E Miller – Elite Puppies is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 31-A-0979. The license expiration date on file is 4/25/2029. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did James E Miller – Elite Puppies have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 79 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does James E Miller – Elite Puppies have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 2 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is James E Miller – Elite Puppies located?
James E Miller – Elite Puppies's facility is registered in Millersburg, OH according to USDA records.
Has James E Miller – Elite Puppies held more than one USDA license?
James E Miller – Elite Puppies's current USDA license is 31-A-0979. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view James E Miller – Elite Puppies's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.

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Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.

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