Breeder snapshot
Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies is linked to 6 public inspection reports from Nebraska.
Melissa Steffen – Plum Creek Aussies
West Point, Nebraska
Nebraska state records
Breed(s)
Australian Shepherd
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs countedInspection date
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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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