345 total dogs
No findings
Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc.
Horrible HundredMultiple Licenses at Address> 2 Attempted Inspections
Salem, IA
Breeder Snapshot
Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Salem, Iowa. Pawthenticity has 15 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2016. The most recent was January 8, 2026, with 173 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 6 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 173
- USDA Citations
- 6
- USDA License
- 42-A-1523
- USDA License Exp
- 2/19/2028
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. raises the following breed(s): Keeshond, Mini Schnauzer, Shetland Sheepdog.
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.
Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. — USDA License 42-A-1523
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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274 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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297 total dogsNo findings
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421 total dogsNo findings
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353 total dogsNo findings
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Jan 2022299 total dogsNo findings
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3 CITATIONS299 total dogsFrayed, torn carpet in birthing pensSharp metal door framesBroken sharp metal trim
“There are 3 whelpingGiving birth to puppies. enclosures containing 3 adult dogs and 29 puppies that has carpet with frayed and torn edges. There are at least 10 enclosures containing approximately 10 adult dogs that has sharp corner edges on the metal door frame ... There are 2 enclosures containing 3 adult dogs that have a broken metal trim piece with sharp edges ...”
Trash cans had no lids“The trash cans in the 'Small Adult' and 'Large Adult' buildings have no lids.”
Dirty chewed feedersDirty food bowls with bird feces“There are at least 12 enclosures containing approximately 26 adult dogs and 4 puppies that have plastic self feeders that have been chewed on. Within the worn sections of the feeders contains a buildup of brown debris. ... metal bucket food bowls that contain a buildup of caked food and organic material ... metal self feeder that contains a buildup of caked food and wild bird feces ...”
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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165 total dogsNo findings
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175 total dogsNo findings
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136 total dogsNo findings
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173 total dogsNo findings
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 42-A-1287 (Kruse Farm Enterprises Inc.) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.
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295 total dogsNo findings
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2 CITATIONS273 total dogsVeterinary Care
“An adult tri-colored female Sheltie identified by microchip (150964170A) is carrying its left front leg in an abnormal manner.”
Housing“Structure; construction. Within the large indoor housing facility there are primary enclosures adjacent to each other separated by wire panels.”
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1 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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225 total dogsNo findings
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):
2022: Dirty feeders; Sharp edges; Unclean conditions; Sells 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 Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 42-A-1523. The license expiration date on file is 2/19/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 173 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 6 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. located?
Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc.'s facility is registered in Salem, IA according to USDA records.
Has Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc. held more than one USDA license?
Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc.'s current USDA license is 42-A-1523. 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 Jake Kruse — K & E Kennels, Inc.'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.
