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Dog breeder in Freeburg, MO (Beagle +3). 130 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 1 problem across 9 reports. Every report is free to read.
Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel
Freeburg, Missouri
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Beagle, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Lhasa Apso, Toy Poodle
Exp. 4/3/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel is linked to 9 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from March 2018 to September 2025.
Across 9 inspections between March 2018 and September 2025, inspectors recorded between 40 dogs and 130 dogs at Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel. The most recent count was 130 dogs on September 24, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 27, 2018 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Pre-license inspection #2 | 40 dogs | None |
| September 12, 2018 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 57 dogs | None |
| October 29, 2019 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 97 dogs | 1 finding |
| December 3, 2019 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 124 dogs | None |
| November 24, 2020 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 128 dogs | None |
| February 7, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 111 dogs | None |
| December 5, 2023 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 125 dogs | None |
| March 8, 2024 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Re-license inspection | 117 dogs | None |
| September 24, 2025 | USDA 43-A-6299 | Routine inspection | 130 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
October 29, 2019 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-6299
97 dogs recorded (64 adults · 33 puppies).
- Feces piled in birthing enclosures
There were at least six occupied enclosures for the sheltered whelping building that contained greater than a day's worth of feces. It appeared difficult for some of the dogs to maneuver around the fecal material in the outdoor portion of the sheltered building; however, there were some areas of flooring that did not have fecal material and the dogs could avoid it. According to the licensee, it had been two to three days since the outside of the enclosures had been cleaned. Accumulations of waste products increase the risk of disease hazards and the dogs becoming soiled. The licensee must ensure that hard surfaces with which the dogs come in contact are spot-cleaned daily and sanitized in accordance with Sec 3.11 (b) to prevent accumulation of excreta and reduce disease hazards. To be corrected by: October 30, 2019.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 9 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 24, 2025, inspectors counted 130 dogs (91 adults · 39 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel raise?
The records name Beagle, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Lhasa Apso, Toy Poodle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Linda Buscher – Marlin Farms Paydown Kennel hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-6299 — expires 4/3/2027
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