Breeder snapshot
Australian Shepherd breeder in West Point, NE. 23 dogs at last count. Nebraska inspectors cited 1 problem across 6 reports. Every report is free to read.
Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies
West Point, Nebraska
Nebraska state records
Breed(s)
Australian Shepherd
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies is linked to 6 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from October 2020 to March 2026.
Across 6 inspections between October 2020 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 17 dogs and 29 dogs at Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies. The most recent count was 23 dogs on March 23, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 13, 2020 | Nebraska KN1293 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| October 13, 2021 | Nebraska KN1293 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | 1 finding |
| January 23, 2023 | Nebraska KN1293 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
| February 26, 2024 | Nebraska KN1293 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| March 24, 2025 | Nebraska KN1293 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| March 23, 2026 | Nebraska KN1293 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
October 13, 2021 — Routine inspection, Nebraska KN1293
17 dogs recorded (15 adults · 2 puppies).
- Vet Care Plan
Need updated vet care plan
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 6 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 23, 2026, inspectors counted 23 dogs (19 adults · 4 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies raise?
The records name Australian Shepherd. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies hold?
- Nebraska licence KN1293
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