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Maltese and Shih Tzu breeder in West Point, NE. 56 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 2 problems across 12 reports. Every report is free to read.
Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE
West Point, Nebraska
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Maltese, Shih Tzu
Exp. 9/4/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE is linked to 12 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from April 2014 to September 2025.
Across 11 inspections between April 2014 and September 2025, inspectors recorded between 37 dogs and 91 dogs at Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE. The most recent count was 56 dogs on September 9, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 29, 2014 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 91 dogs | None |
| January 6, 2015 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 84 dogs | 2 findings |
| January 13, 2016 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| March 28, 2016 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 82 dogs | None |
| April 3, 2017 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 89 dogs | None |
| April 23, 2018 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 89 dogs | None |
| May 7, 2019 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 70 dogs | None |
| February 23, 2021 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| July 12, 2022 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 47 dogs | None |
| August 6, 2024 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 40 dogs | None |
| August 27, 2024 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Re-license inspection | 50 dogs | None |
| September 9, 2025 | USDA 47-A-0579 | Routine inspection | 56 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
January 6, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 47-A-0579
84 dogs recorded (56 adults · 28 puppies).
- Male Shih Tzu cloudy eye, heavy dental buildup
A male gray and white Shih Tzu ID # 025 has eye and teeth problems. His left eye has a clear white film covering much of the iris and pupil. The white of the eye is reddened, and there is a crusty green discharge on the edge of the top eyelid. Some of the discharge is matted in the hair around the eye. His right eye has a small, clear white filmy area about the size of a pencil eraser on the surface of the pupil. The dog also has a buildup of a hard brownish gray material covering a majority of both of the top canine teeth. The gums above both top canines have a red line at the base of the teeth. The rest of the teeth were difficult to visualize due to the dog's reluctance for the inspector to look inside his mouth.
- Male Maltese heavy dental buildup
A male white Maltese ID # 40 has a buildup of a hard brownish gray material covering a majority of the surfaces of both top canines and cheek teeth, and the top right molar next to the cheek teeth. The gums on both top sides are slightly reddened, and are starting to recede from the base of the teeth.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 12 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 9, 2025, inspectors counted 56 dogs (46 adults · 10 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE raise?
The records name Maltese, Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Keith Kahlo + Michelle Kumke – West Point, NE hold?
- USDA licence 47-A-0579 — expires 9/4/2027
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