Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in West Plains, MO. 44 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 10 reports. Every report is free to read.
James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies
West Plains, Missouri
USDA licensedMissouri state records
Breed(s)
Beagle, Labrador Retriever
Exp. 10/14/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies is linked to 10 public inspection reports, from September 2016 to May 2026.
Across 10 inspections between September 2016 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 28 dogs and 85 dogs at James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies. The most recent count was 44 dogs on May 29, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 12, 2016 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 28 dogs | None |
| February 23, 2017 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 40 dogs | None |
| April 23, 2018 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 47 dogs | None |
| June 24, 2019 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| November 2, 2021 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 50 dogs | None |
| November 16, 2022 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| August 15, 2023 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 40 dogs | None |
| August 28, 2023 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Re-license inspection | 40 dogs | None |
| December 10, 2024 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 85 dogs | None |
| May 29, 2026 | USDA 43-B-3768 | Routine inspection | 44 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies been cited by inspectors?
No. 10 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 29, 2026, inspectors counted 44 dogs (24 adults · 20 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies raise?
The records name Beagle, Labrador Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does James & Heather Smith – Smith Creek Puppies hold?
- USDA licence 43-B-3768 — expires 10/14/2026
- Missouri licence AC0023KK
- Missouri licence AC002VYR
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