32 total dogs
No findings
Joseph Yoder
Horrible Hundred
Garnett, KS
Breeder Snapshot
Joseph Yoder is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Garnett, Kansas. Pawthenticity has 6 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2022. The most recent was February 12, 2026, with 16 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 10 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 16
- USDA Citations
- 10
- USDA License
- 48-A-2245
- USDA License Exp
- 2/7/2028
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Joseph Yoder raises the following breed(s): Beagle, Samoyed.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
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18 total dogsNo findings
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3 CITATIONS22 total dogsExpired medication ready for use
“The following medication used to treat 13 dogs at the facility have gone past its labeled expiration date. ... one 500 ml bottle of Vetrimec 1% (Ivermectin) was 06/23. This medication is intermingled with other products that are currently being used at the facility and are therefore ready for use.”
Heartworm testing not up to date“The last recorded date for annual heartworm testing for 13 dogs was done on 11/29/21. ... The licensee must ensure that all dogs are receiving ... sampling and treatment of parasites and other pests ... in accordance with a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian.”
Missing fecal test recordsNo heartworm test“There was no paperwork to verify when the last fecal float sample examination was completed. ... no heartworm test had been completed. Medical records of all required tests are necessary to show that the tests have been completed.”
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30 total dogsNo findings
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30 total dogsNo findings
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7 CITATIONS16 total dogsBeagle (Freda) untreated heartwormExpired vaccines stored with current vaccines
“Female beagle, Freda, was examined ... heartworm ... positive. ... no treatment was ever provided to the dog. ... The Leptospirosis vaccine expired March 16, 2023, and the DAPPv expired October 05, 2022. These expired vaccines are comingled with vaccines that are current ...”
Dog food and bedding stored on floor“There are 2 bags of unopened dog food and 3 bags of unopened bedding material stored directly on the floor of the housing facility. ... These supplies must be stored off the floor and away from the walls.”
Trash can missing lid“The trash container in the housing facility has no lid. ... Trash containers in housing facilities must have tightly fitted lids on them at all times.”
Sharp door frameExposed metal fencing in pen floors“A corner of the metal frame around one access door has bent upward ... created a sharp point that is located at the level of the dogs. Two dogs are housed in this affected enclosure. ... In at least four enclosures, containing a total of 7 dogs, the dirt and gravel flooring has settled exposing the underground fencing and, in some areas, the fencing now sits off the ground.”
No water in bucket“Two dogs have no water in their water bucket.”
Pens sanitized only twice a yearDirty doors, walls, food buckets, water bucket“The housing facility contains 16 adult dogs and the facility representative stated that the enclosures are only sanitized twice a year using bleach. There is a buildup of dirt on the access doors, the access door frames, and the exterior walls of the enclosures. A dark brown buildup of food debris is coating the interiors of the food buckets and self-feeders. The interior of at least on metal water bucket, accessed by two dogs, is coated in a buildup of a wet, brown-colored organic material.”
Missing veterinary care program“The Program of Veterinary CareA written plan, signed by a vet, for the animals' medical care. could not be located by the licensee; therefore, the inspector was unable to review it for compliance.”
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):
2026: Dogs without water; unsafe enclosures; expired vaccines (years out of date); untreated heartworm-positive dog despite prior veterinary recommendation; sold puppies to Petland.
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
The Humane Society's Horrible Hundred report is the result of extensive research and investigation. Please consider supporting the Humane Society's efforts with a donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joseph Yoder a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Joseph Yoder is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 48-A-2245. The license expiration date on file is 2/7/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Joseph Yoder have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 16 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Joseph Yoder have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 10 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Joseph Yoder located?
Joseph Yoder's facility is registered in Garnett, KS according to USDA records.
Has Joseph Yoder held more than one USDA license?
Joseph Yoder's current USDA license is 48-A-2245. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Joseph Yoder's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
Concerned about an animal's welfare? You can file a complaint with the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), an independent nonprofit that investigates conditions at breeders and pet shops. File a complaint with CAPS.
Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
