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, 2026Latest Dog Count8556 adults · 29 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file35-A-0368, 35-A-0310Wisconsin licenseInspections on file12 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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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
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 27, 2015
USDA 35-A-0310
Pre-license inspection #1
26 dogs
None
November 17, 2015
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
60 dogs
None
October 28, 2016
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
79 dogs
None
October 4, 2017
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
August 3, 2018
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
98 dogs
None
July 25, 2019
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
95 dogs
None
July 29, 2020
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
103 dogs
None
February 24, 2022
USDA 35-A-0368
Re-license inspection
103 dogs
None
May 3, 2023
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
106 dogs
None
March 3, 2025
USDA 35-A-0368
Re-license inspection
102 dogs
None
September 29, 2025
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
93 dogs
1 finding
June 25, 2026
USDA 35-A-0368
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
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.
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?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.