134 total dogs
No findings
Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy
Madison, MO
Breeder Snapshot
Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Madison, Missouri. Pawthenticity has 12 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was April 3, 2026, with 74 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 2 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 74
- USDA Citations
- 2
- USDA License
- 43-A-0916
- USDA License Exp
- 4/16/2029
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy raises the following breed(s): Alaskan Klee Kai, Dachshund, Poodle.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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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156 total dogsNo findings
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162 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“A female Poodle # 90011800377240 had lesions on the front and back of the upper right rear leg.”
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151 total dogsNo findings
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162 total dogsNo findings
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164 total dogsNo findings
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148 total dogsNo findings
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212 total dogsNo findings
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221 total dogsNo findings
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67 total dogsNo findings
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74 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 43-A-0916. The license expiration date on file is 4/16/2029. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 74 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 2 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy located?
Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy's facility is registered in Madison, MO according to USDA records.
Has Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy held more than one USDA license?
Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy's current USDA license is 43-A-0916. 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 Joy Gastler — Kennel Of Joy'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.
