Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Sturgeon, MO. 4 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 3 problems across 10 reports. Every report is free to read.
John Miller – TLC Kennels
Sturgeon, Missouri
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Cancelled 6/11/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
John Miller – TLC Kennels is linked to 10 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from January 2016 to April 2025.
Across 9 inspections between January 2016 and April 2025, inspectors recorded between 4 dogs and 80 dogs at John Miller – TLC Kennels. The most recent count was 4 dogs on April 10, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 28, 2016 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 45 dogs | None |
| June 22, 2016 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| October 19, 2016 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 67 dogs | 3 findings |
| August 28, 2017 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 80 dogs | None |
| June 12, 2018 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 79 dogs | None |
| September 20, 2019 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 79 dogs | None |
| January 22, 2021 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 75 dogs | None |
| December 8, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 55 dogs | None |
| April 21, 2023 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 60 dogs | None |
| April 10, 2025 | USDA 43-A-6036 | Routine inspection | 4 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
October 19, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-6036
67 dogs recorded (67 age not given).
- Tall weeds and clutter by pens
The outdoor facility had a pile of tires, rolled up fencing and other fencing supplies adjoining the enclosures with tall weeds (approximately 2-4 feet tall) growing among them.
- Old food and clutter in storage area
The food and bedding storage area for the outdoor facility had old open dog food (not used for kennels dogs) discarded feed bags and other clutter.
- Food and hair in walkways
The sheltered building floor had food and hair in the walkways.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has John Miller – TLC Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 10 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does John Miller – TLC Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 10, 2025, inspectors counted 4 dogs (4 adults · 0 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does John Miller – TLC Kennels hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-6036 — Cancelled 6/11/2026
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