Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Harrison, SD (French Bulldog +3). 47 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 6 problems across 19 reports. Every report is free to read.
Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels
Harrison, South Dakota
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
French Bulldog, Poochon, Poodle, Shih Tzu
Exp. 11/10/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels is linked to 19 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from May 2015 to June 2026.
Across 18 inspections between May 2015 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 47 dogs and 114 dogs at Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels. The most recent count was 47 dogs on June 24, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2015 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 91 dogs | None |
| April 28, 2016 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 88 dogs | 4 findings |
| May 11, 2017 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| July 13, 2017 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 80 dogs | 2 findings |
| June 28, 2018 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 80 dogs | None |
| June 13, 2019 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 87 dogs | None |
| October 15, 2020 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 79 dogs | None |
| June 10, 2021 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 93 dogs | None |
| August 17, 2021 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Re-license inspection | 86 dogs | None |
| February 8, 2022 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 104 dogs | None |
| November 4, 2022 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 110 dogs | None |
| April 26, 2023 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 109 dogs | None |
| December 7, 2023 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 114 dogs | None |
| June 26, 2024 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 60 dogs | None |
| July 17, 2024 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Re-license inspection | 70 dogs | None |
| December 6, 2024 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 59 dogs | None |
| May 7, 2025 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 64 dogs | None |
| December 16, 2025 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 89 dogs | None |
| June 24, 2026 | USDA 46-B-0077 | Routine inspection | 47 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
April 28, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 46-B-0077
88 dogs recorded (72 adults · 16 puppies).
- Female French Bulldog long toenails
An adult Cream colored, French Bulldog, female, (ID#: 022821520) named "Biscuit" has extremely long toe nails on both back paws. The toe nails have grown to the point of curving around.
- Brown and white French Bulldog red eyes
* An adult brown and white, French Bulldog, female, (ID# 016379527), named "Trixie" eyes were both extremely red. The sclera (the white portion of both eyes) were a bright red color. Blood vessels are visible within the sclera of both eyes. The left eye had clear drainage.
- Female Cream French Bulldog facial lesions
* An adult Cream colored, French Bulldog, female, (ID#: 021275815), named "Mona Lisa" has two spots or lesions on the right of her face. The bigger spot was approximately 1 inch in diameter. There was no hair in the lesion or spot. The perimeter around the spot was dark in color. The color of the skin was pink to dark red. . The bare skin was moist. The dark area within the wound was oozing fluid. The small lesion or spot had hair loss. The lesion was approximately ½ inch in diameter. The hair or skin on the lower side or perimeter of the wound was dark. The center of the lesion or spot was dark red.
- Cream male French Bulldog paw and face lesions
* An adult cream colored male, French Bulldog, (ID#: 079037362), named "Belles Red" had a lesion on the left paw and the left side of the face. The left paw had raised lesion on the dorsal surface between digits one and two. This lesion was approximately 0.5 inches wide by 1.0 inches long. There was no hair growth on the lesion. The lesion was damp and pink in color. The area around the lesion was dark red. The lesion on the left side of the dogs' face was approximately 1 inch in diameter. There was no hair growth in the lesion or spot. The spot was slightly damp. The skin was pink to dark within the lesion.
July 13, 2017 — Routine inspection, USDA 46-B-0077
80 dogs recorded (58 adults · 22 puppies).
- Male Shih Tzu missing teeth, heavy calculus
A white and gray/black male Shih Tzu identified as “Hurley” (no microchip # available) was observed to be missing several teeth and had a large buildup of brown and tan debris/calculus on upper canine and upper cheek teeth. The buildup of debris/calculus material obscured normal teeth contours. Areas of gum recession and thickening were evident in areas of calculus buildup.
- Male Shih Tzu gum recession, heavy calculus
A white and brown intact male Shih Tzu identified as “Romey” ( Microchip # 077 102-111, DOB 10-9-2011) was observed to have a buildup of brown and tan debris/calculus over the upper canine teeth and lower and upper cheek teeth. Reddening and recession of gum tissue were evident in areas of debris/calculus buildup over the upper canine teeth.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 19 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 24, 2026, inspectors counted 47 dogs (47 adults · 0 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels raise?
The records name French Bulldog, Poochon, Poodle, Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Karen Veurink – Dakota Kennels hold?
- USDA licence 46-B-0077 — expires 11/10/2027
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