Breeder Database / Wisconsin
Updated June 25, 2026

John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI

Dalton, Wisconsin

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI is linked to 12 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionJune 25, 2026
Latest Dog Count8556 adults · 29 puppies
USDA licenses — 2 on file35-A-0368, 35-A-0310
Wisconsin license
Inspections on file12 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI is linked to 12 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from February 2015 to June 2026.

Across 12 inspections between February 2015 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 26 dogs and 106 dogs at John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI. The most recent count was 85 dogs on June 25, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
February 27, 2015USDA 35-A-0310Pre-license inspection #126 dogsNone
November 17, 2015USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection60 dogsNone
October 28, 2016USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection79 dogsNone
October 4, 2017USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection85 dogsNone
August 3, 2018USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection98 dogsNone
July 25, 2019USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection95 dogsNone
July 29, 2020USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection103 dogsNone
February 24, 2022USDA 35-A-0368Re-license inspection103 dogsNone
May 3, 2023USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection106 dogsNone
March 3, 2025USDA 35-A-0368Re-license inspection102 dogsNone
September 29, 2025USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection93 dogs1 finding
June 25, 2026USDA 35-A-0368Routine inspection85 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

September 29, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0368

93 dogs recorded (61 adults · 32 puppies).

  • Adult dogs missing official tags

    Some adult dogs (born and raised at the facility) did not have their official tag assigned to them but they were identifiable in the records. Adult dogs must be identified by an official tag to ensure easy recognition and tracking of animal husbandry. Ensure that each adult dog is properly identified by an official tag as required and is affixed to the animal's neck by means of a collar made of material generally considered acceptable to pet owners as a means of identifying their pet dogs or cats, or is be identified by a distinctive and legible tattoo marking acceptable to and approved by the Administrator. ***Correct by November 1, 2025.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 12 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, June 25, 2026, inspectors counted 85 dogs (56 adults · 29 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What licences does John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI hold?

  • USDA licence 35-A-0368 — expires 3/10/2028
  • USDA licence 35-A-0310 — Cancelled 9/16/2010

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