Breeder snapshot
Boston Terrier breeder in Bates City, MO. 51 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 2 reports. Every report is free to read.
Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO
Bates City, Missouri
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Boston Terrier
Exp. 9/21/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO is linked to 2 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from June 2022 to September 2023.
Across 2 inspections between June 2022 and September 2023, inspectors recorded between 5 dogs and 51 dogs at Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO. The most recent count was 51 dogs on September 20, 2023.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6826 | Focused inspection | 5 dogs | 1 finding |
| September 20, 2023 | USDA 43-A-6826 | Pre-license inspection | 51 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
June 9, 2022 — Focused inspection, USDA 43-A-6826
5 dogs recorded (0 adults · 5 puppies).
- Dealer operating without USDA license
This customer is operating as a dealer without a valid USDA license. According to listings advertising puppies for sale (dates: 2/21/22, 4/12/22, 3/2/22, 5/3/22, 5/23/22) as well as a conversation with the customer herself, puppies have been sold or offered for sale using hired transport for shipment. The sale of puppies sight unseen through a transporter require a USDA license. The customer has indicated that she will be pursuing a USDA license and will be applying via the on-line application. No regulated activity may be conducted from this time forward until a USDA license covering the activities is obtained.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 2 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 20, 2023, inspectors counted 51 dogs (24 adults · 27 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO raise?
The records name Boston Terrier. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Melissa B Payne – Bates City, MO hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-6826 — expires 9/21/2026
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