Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust is linked to 14 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Giant Schnauzer, Great Dane, Poodle, Pug, Standard Poodle
Latest inspectionAugust 3, 2026Latest Dog Count8250 adults · 32 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file48-A-2254, 48-A-0907Kansas licenseInspections on file14 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
Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from February 2015 to August 2026.
Across 14 inspections between February 2015 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 20 dogs and 210 dogs at Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust. The most recent count was 82 dogs on August 3, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 23, 2015
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
170 dogs
None
February 9, 2016
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
183 dogs
None
January 4, 2017
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
210 dogs
None
January 10, 2018
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
161 dogs
None
May 23, 2019
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
155 dogs
None
February 24, 2020
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
152 dogs
None
October 13, 2021
USDA 48-A-0907
Routine inspection
164 dogs
None
November 28, 2022
USDA 48-A-2254
Pre-license inspection
147 dogs
None
March 20, 2023
USDA 48-A-2254
Routine inspection
173 dogs
None
August 9, 2023
USDA 48-A-2254
Focused inspection
20 dogs
1 finding
February 6, 2024
USDA 48-A-2254
Routine inspection
193 dogs
None
March 18, 2025
USDA 48-A-2254
Routine inspection
117 dogs
None
September 2, 2025
USDA 48-A-2254
Re-license inspection
102 dogs
None
August 3, 2026
USDA 48-A-2254
Routine inspection
82 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
August 9, 2023 — Focused inspection, USDA 48-A-2254
20 dogs recorded (0 adults · 20 puppies).
Program of veterinary care not followed
Vaccinations and medications listed on the program of veterinary care (PVC) are not being completely followed. A completed written program of veterinary care is important for the care of the animals and ensures clear and accurate communication between the facility and the attending veterinarian. Any changes in vaccinations or medications must be communicated with the attending veterinarian. The licensee must follow an appropriate program of veterinary care for dogs that is developed, documented in writing, and signed by the attending veterinarian. Correct by 8/23/23.
Has Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 14 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 3, 2026, inspectors counted 82 dogs (50 adults · 32 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust raise?
The records name English Bulldog, French Bulldog, Giant Schnauzer, Great Dane, Poodle, Pug, Standard Poodle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Joseph H & Bernita M Berntsen – Joseph H and Bernita M Berntsen Living Trust 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.