Breeder Database / Wisconsin

Last Updated: Sep 26, 2026

John Bontrager Jr – Dalton, WI

Dalton, Wisconsin

USDA licensedWisconsin state records

Breeder snapshot

Dog breeder in Dalton, WI. 85 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 1 problem across 12 reports. Every report is free to read.

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 license402707

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
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.

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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
Wisconsin licence 402707

Related Kennels

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Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle	Dalton, WI	Nearby · 1 mi	192 dogs	5 notes
John Mast – Rocky Ridge Kennel	Dalton, WI	Nearby · 3 mi	26 dogs	No notes
Wilbur L Bontrager – River Run Kennels	Dalton, WI	Nearby · 3 mi	84 dogs	1 note
Timothy Mast – T C KennelsWARN	Cambria, WI	Nearby · 5 mi	96 dogs	5 notes

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