Breeder snapshot
Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels is linked to 11 public inspection reports from USDA.
Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels
Grovespring, Missouri
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Exp. 10/29/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs countedInspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels is linked to 11 public inspection reports, from June 2014 to April 2026.
Across 11 inspections between June 2014 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 69 dogs and 154 dogs at Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels. The most recent count was 69 dogs on April 21, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2014 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 138 dogs | None |
| September 17, 2015 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 130 dogs | None |
| July 14, 2016 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 137 dogs | None |
| June 21, 2017 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 154 dogs | None |
| August 15, 2019 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 150 dogs | None |
| September 30, 2021 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 135 dogs | None |
| November 17, 2022 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 139 dogs | None |
| September 14, 2023 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Re-license inspection | 117 dogs | None |
| October 16, 2023 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 109 dogs | None |
| March 27, 2025 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 96 dogs | None |
| April 21, 2026 | USDA 43-A-0846 | Routine inspection | 69 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels been cited by inspectors?
No. 11 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 21, 2026, inspectors counted 69 dogs (54 adults · 15 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Kent & Ellen Horn – KEN-EL-Kennels hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-0846 — expires 10/29/2026
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