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Marlin Brubacher
Horrible Hundred
Thorp, WI
Breeder Snapshot
Marlin Brubacher is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Thorp, Wisconsin. Pawthenticity has 12 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was November 20, 2025, with 20 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 5 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 20
- USDA Citations
- 5
- USDA License
- 35-A-0324
- USDA License Exp
- 3/10/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Marlin Brubacher raises the following breed(s): Dachshund.
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.
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2 CITATIONS24 total dogsMedication stored with insecticide and plant food
“The licensee had a bottle of ivermectin stored amongst insecticide and plant food.”
Feces, waste, and hair buildup in pens“Sanitation in primary enclosures ... In the puppy and adult enclosures, there was a buildup of excretaAnimal waste — urine and feces., waste, and animal hair in the corners and sides, underneath the wire floor material.”
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26 total dogsNo findings
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25 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION31 total dogsPuppies sold under 8 weeks old
“Four puppies born on 5/19/16 were sold ... on 7/12/16. The puppies would have been 54 days old ... two days shy of the required 8 weeks of age ... before being sold and transported.”
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26 total dogsNo findings
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18 total dogsNo findings
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18 total dogsNo findings
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19 total dogsNo findings
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16 total dogsNo findings
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34 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION20 total dogs5 day old Dachshund puppy not moving much, vet not contacted
“A tri-colored Dachshund named 'Lacey' ... is nursing a five day old puppy. During inspection, the puppy wasn't moving around much. ... The licensee hasn't contacted the attending veterinarian and hasn't done anything to provide treatment to the puppy.”
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):
2026: Lethargic nursing dachshund puppy; minimal movement observed; delayed response despite worsening condition; breeder aware but no veterinary contact or treatment initiated.
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 Marlin Brubacher a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Marlin Brubacher is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 35-A-0324. The license expiration date on file is 3/10/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Marlin Brubacher have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 20 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Marlin Brubacher have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 5 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Marlin Brubacher located?
Marlin Brubacher's facility is registered in Thorp, WI according to USDA records.
Has Marlin Brubacher held more than one USDA license?
Marlin Brubacher's current USDA license is 35-A-0324. 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 Marlin Brubacher'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.
