Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Montgomery, IN. 103 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors noted 2 problems across 13 reports. Every report is free to read.
Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws
Montgomery, Indiana
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws is linked to 13 public inspection reports, from December 2014 to September 2026.
Across 13 inspections between December 2014 and September 2026, inspectors recorded between 81 dogs and 144 dogs at Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws. The most recent count was 103 dogs on September 1, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 9, 2014 | USDA 32-A-0441 | Routine inspection | 81 dogs | None |
| April 14, 2016 | USDA 32-A-0441 | Routine inspection | 127 dogs | None |
| June 27, 2017 | USDA 32-A-0441 | Routine inspection | 118 dogs | None |
| May 24, 2018 | USDA 32-A-0441 | Routine inspection | 104 dogs | None |
| May 28, 2019 | USDA 32-A-0441 | Routine inspection | 144 dogs | None |
| July 27, 2021 | USDA 32-A-0441 | Routine inspection | 133 dogs | None |
| November 30, 2021 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Pre-license inspection | 110 dogs | None |
| April 19, 2022 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Routine inspection | 127 dogs | None |
| April 20, 2023 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Routine inspection | 100 dogs | None |
| September 12, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Routine inspection | 87 dogs | None |
| November 7, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Re-license inspection | 116 dogs | None |
| August 4, 2025 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Routine inspection | 103 dogs | None |
| September 1, 2026 | USDA 32-A-0915 | Routine inspection | 103 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws been cited by inspectors?
No. 13 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 1, 2026, inspectors counted 103 dogs (69 adults · 34 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws raise?
The records name Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Melvin Knepp – Playful Paws hold?
- USDA licence 32-A-0915 — expires 12/1/2027
- USDA licence 32-A-0441 — Cancelled 12/1/2021
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