Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Chillicothe, MO. 13 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 1 problem across 14 reports. Every report is free to read.
Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel
Chillicothe, Missouri
USDA licensedMissouri state records
Breed(s)
German Shepherd, Italian Greyhound
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from March 2014 to August 2026.
Across 14 inspections between March 2014 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 11 dogs and 23 dogs at Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel. The most recent count was 13 dogs on August 17, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2014 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 11 dogs | None |
| January 29, 2015 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | 1 finding |
| August 1, 2016 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| June 20, 2017 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 13 dogs | None |
| October 18, 2018 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 12 dogs | None |
| September 24, 2019 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 15 dogs | None |
| October 25, 2021 | USDA 43-A-5726 | New site inspection | 11 dogs | None |
| April 28, 2022 | USDA 43-A-5726 | Routine inspection | 13 dogs | None |
| January 17, 2023 | USDA 43-A-6776 | Pre-license inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| May 16, 2023 | USDA 43-A-6776 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| November 26, 2024 | USDA 43-A-6776 | Routine inspection | 12 dogs | None |
| April 16, 2025 | USDA 43-A-6776 | Routine inspection | 20 dogs | None |
| January 6, 2026 | USDA 43-A-6776 | Re-license inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| August 17, 2026 | USDA 43-A-6776 | Routine inspection | 13 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
January 29, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-5726
18 dogs recorded (12 adults · 6 puppies).
- German Shepherds with no bedding
Three German Shepherds with two dog houses did not have any bedding provided with a outside temperature of 39* F. Licensee must provide bedding when the temperature is below 50* F. Licensee must ensure that clean, dry, bedding is offerred when the temperature is below 50*F to allow for insulation against the cold for the protection of the dogs health and well being. * To be corrected by: 1/30/15
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel 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 Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 17, 2026, inspectors counted 13 dogs (13 adults). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel raise?
The records name German Shepherd, Italian Greyhound. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Karen S Jones – L.V.S. Kennel hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-6776 — expires 1/17/2029
- USDA licence 43-A-5726 — Cancelled 9/26/2022
- Missouri licence AC00367P
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