Breeder Database / Nebraska
Updated February 27, 2025

Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel

Wood River, Nebraska

USDA licensedNebraska state records

Breeder snapshot

Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel is linked to 8 public inspection reports from USDA and Nebraska.

Breed(s)

Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel, Lhasa Apso, Pomeranian, Pug, Yorkie
Latest inspectionFebruary 27, 2025
Latest Dog Count2419 adults · 5 puppies
USDA license47-A-0217
Cancelled 1/30/2015
Nebraska licenseKN1541
Inspections on file3 USDA · 5 Nebraska

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 20 inspector findings, from July 2014 to February 2025.

Across 8 inspections between July 2014 and February 2025, inspectors recorded between 6 dogs and 149 dogs at Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel. The most recent count was 24 dogs on February 27, 2025.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
July 22, 2014USDA 47-A-0217Routine inspection149 dogs14 findings
August 4, 2014USDA 47-A-0217Focused inspection6 dogs6 findings
September 18, 2014USDA 47-A-0217Focused inspection6 dogsNone
February 11, 2021Nebraska KN1541Routine inspection41 dogsNone
March 9, 2022Nebraska KN1541Routine inspection28 dogsNone
February 15, 2023Nebraska KN1541Routine inspection23 dogsNone
February 8, 2024Nebraska KN1541Routine inspection23 dogsNone
February 27, 2025Nebraska KN1541Routine inspection24 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

July 22, 2014 — Routine inspection, USDA 47-A-0217

149 dogs recorded (117 adults · 32 puppies).

  • Male Chihuahua whitish-gray eye film (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult tan and white male Chihuahua named "Checker" (ID # 107 059 817) has a whitish-gray film over the lower portion of the left eye, covering approximately 50 percent of the eye surface.

  • Female Chihuahua red eye growth (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult female black and white Chihuahua named "Mindy" (ID # 264), has a growth in the lower inner corner of her left eye. The growth is red, oblong in shape, and moist looking. It is approximately the size of a pencil eraser.

  • Lhasa Apso with greenish eye discharge (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult golden sable female Lhasa Apso named "Hillary" (ID # 107 273 106), has a greenish-tan discharge on about 30 percent of the surface of the left eye and around the edges of the eyelids. Some of this discharge has dried to a crust around the edge of the eyelids and is crusted in the fur on the inner corner of the eye.

  • Male long-haired Chihuahua molar covering (Direct, Repeat)

    The licensee must document the veterinarian's findings; the treatment plan that is followed, and have the records available to the inspector upon request. >>>>>>>>>>>>>> ***An adult red male long-haired Chihuahua namedI "Felix" (ID # 100 853 787),has a thick, brownish gray material covering his molars on his right side. On the left side, the gums are reddened, receding, and has a creamy white discharge at the gum line. The rest of the teeth could not be visualized due to the reluctance of the dog to let the inspector examine the inside of his mouth.

  • Male Yorkshire Terrier grayish-brown dental buildup (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult black and tan male Yorkshire terrier named "Johnnie" (ID # 096 625 867), has a thick, grayish-brown material adhered to his upper molars, canines and front teeth on both sides, and a moderate amount on all the lower teeth. The cheek teeth on the left side have receding gums, the cheek teeth on the right side are missing. The upper right molar has a white, creamy discharge at the gum line.

  • Female Yorkshire Terrier thick dental material (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult silver and tan female Yorkshire terrier named "Janelle" (ID # 069 310 367), has a thick, grayish-brown material covering all surfaces of upper molars, cheek teeth, and front teeth. The lower teeth have a moderate amount of this material adhered to the teeth. The gums on both upper sides of the teeth are reddened, swollen, and receding away from the teeth. Above the right molar, there is a creamy white discharge at the gum line.

  • Male and female Pugs no identification

    In the whelping building there are two six month old fawn pugs, a male and a female, that had no identification. Proper identification is essential for tracking movement of animals and to facilitate the inspection process. The licensee must identify all live dogs on the premises. To be corrected by July 29, 2014.

  • Excess rust on enclosures

    Inside the first sheltered housing building are 14 enclosures affecting a total of 38 adult dogs with excess rust on the metal bar along the bottom of the front of the enclosures. The rusted surface is rough, flaking with several of the metal bar deteriorating causing it to lose its structural strength. On the outside of the "Reefer/Cooler Building" near the dog door in 4 enclosures affecting a total of 25 adult dogs is an excess amount of rust on the wall which does not allow the area to be properly cleaned and sanitized. Rusted surfaces prevent adequate cleaning and sanitization which can play a role in disease transmission. The licensee must maintain all surfaces in housing facilities so that they are free of excessive rust that prevents the required cleaning and sanitization. To be corrected by September 11, 2014.

  • Pugs exposed wood on walls and doors (Repeat)

    Inside the "Small Blue Building" the first enclosure (left side) housing 5 adult dogs the plastic sheet on the wall is ripped/shredded leaving exposed wood. The exposed wood is next to the animals and does now allow for proper cleaning and sanitizing. In the "Pug Shed", the wooden guillotine doors on enclosure numbers 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, and 8 have paint that is worn off and exposing the wood underneath. These surfaces are no longer impervious to moisture and can no longer be properly cleaned and sanitized. Surfaces that cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized can play a role in disease transmission. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces in contact with the animals be maintained on a regular basis, and any surface that cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized must be repaired or replaced.

  • Cocker Spaniels feces piled against fence

    In the outside run of the Reefer/Cooler Building, the farthest enclosure on the south side housing five adult cocker spaniels has an excess amount of feces and debris piled up against the fence on the west side. A buildup of feces causes odors, attracts insects, pests, and other vermin, and is a disease hazard. The licensee must ensure fecal material and other debris is removed often enough to ensure odors are kept at a minimum, insects and pests are not attracted, and disease hazards are eliminated. To be corrected by July 23, 2014.

  • Pomeranians and Cocker Spaniels sharp rusted wires (Repeat)

    Inside the "Reefer/Cooler Building" the first enclosure (right side) housing six adult Pomeranians and the second enclosure housing five adult cocker spaniels has rusted wires with sharp edges. Rusted and sharp edges that are protruding toward the animals could potentially cause injuries. The licensee must construct and maintain enclosures so that they have no sharp points or edges that can injure the animals.

  • No exercise plan available (Repeat)

    At the time of the inspection, there was no excersise plan available for review. . An exercise plan must be developed to ensure the dogs are getting adequate exercise. The licensee must develop, document, and follow an appropriate plan and have it approved and signed by the attending veterinarian.

  • Reefer/Cooler plastic feeders dirty

    Inside the "Reefer/Cooler Building" the plastic feeders inside the five enclosures housing a total of 30 adult dogs has excess amount of dirt/grime build-up on the outside indicating that the receptacles have not been properly cleaned and sanitized.

  • Chewed food receptacle

    There is one food receptacle with chewed edge inside the "Small Blue Building". The chewed edge is deeply pitted making it difficult to sanitize.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

August 4, 2014 — Focused inspection, USDA 47-A-0217

6 dogs recorded (6 adults).

  • Female Lhasa Apso with eye discharge (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult golden sable female Lhasa apso named "Hillary" (ID # 107 273 106), previously cited under 2.40 (b)(2) on the July 22, 2014 inspection report, still has a greenish-tan discharge on about 30 percent of the surface of the left eye and around the edges of the eyelids. Some of this discharge has dried to a crust around the edge of the eyelids and is crusted in the fur on the inner corner of the eye. This dog has not been evaluated by a veterinarian as instructed in the July 22, 2014 inspection report and has received no treatment.

  • Male long-haired Chihuahua dental coating (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult red male long-haired Chihuahua named "Felix" (ID # 100 853 787), still has a thick, brownish gray material covering the molars on his right side. The gums are receding, and have a creamy white discharge at the gum line. On the left side, the upper gums are reddened and it appears that most of the molars and cheek teeth are missing. The entire mouth could not be visualized due to the reluctance of the dog to let the inspector view his mouth.

  • Male Yorkshire Terrier dental coating (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult black and tan male Yorkshire terrier named "Johnnie" (ID # 096 625 867), still has a thick, grayish-brown material adhered to his upper molars, canines and front teeth on both upper sides, and a moderate amount on all the lower teeth. The cheek teeth on the left side have receding gums, and a cheek tooth on the right side is missing. The upper right molar has a white, creamy discharge at the gum line.

  • Female Yorkshire Terrier dental coating, matted hair (Direct, Repeat)

    An adult silver and tan female Yorkshire terrier named "Janelle" (ID # 069 310 367), still has a thick, grayish-brown material covering all surfaces of upper molars, on the cheek teeth that are present, and front teeth. The lower teeth have a moderate amount of this material adhered to the teeth. The gums on both upper sides of the teeth are reddened, swollen, and receding away from the teeth. Above the upper right molar, there is a creamy white discharge. Also, above the upper right canine tooth there is hair matted in the gum line.

  • Male tan and white Chihuahua evaluated (Direct, Repeat)

    Of the six dogs cited, the following two were evaluated by a veterinarian and documentation was provided. *** An adult tan and white male Chihuahua named "Checker" (ID # 107 059 817).

  • Female black and white Chihuahua evaluated (Direct, Repeat)

    Of the six dogs cited, the following two were evaluated by a veterinarian and documentation was provided. … *** An adult female black and white Chihuahua named "Mindy" (ID # 264).

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 20 problems across 8 visits, 15 of them repeats of earlier ones. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, February 27, 2025, inspectors counted 24 dogs (19 adults · 5 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel raise?

The records name Chihuahua, Cocker Spaniel, Lhasa Apso, Pomeranian, Pug, Yorkie. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Jerome & Nancy Packer – Pack's Pups Kennel hold?

  • Nebraska licence KN1541
  • USDA licence 47-A-0217 — Cancelled 1/30/2015

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