Breeder Database / Iowa
Updated August 25, 2025

Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA

Seymour, Iowa

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA is linked to 10 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

French Bulldog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi
Latest inspectionAugust 25, 2025
Latest Dog Count166 adults · 10 puppies
USDA license42-A-1605
Exp. 10/17/2027
Iowa license
Inspections on file10 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA is linked to 10 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from August 2018 to August 2025.

Across 10 inspections between August 2018 and August 2025, inspectors recorded between 13 dogs and 68 dogs at Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA. The most recent count was 16 dogs on August 25, 2025.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
August 23, 2018USDA 42-A-1605Pre-license inspection #125 dogsNone
February 19, 2019USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection50 dogsNone
March 4, 2020USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection68 dogsNone
December 9, 2020USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection60 dogsNone
July 28, 2021USDA 42-A-1605Re-license inspection64 dogsNone
February 15, 2023USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection40 dogs3 findings
February 6, 2024USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection46 dogsNone
August 21, 2024USDA 42-A-1605Re-license inspection27 dogsNone
November 25, 2024USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection13 dogsNone
August 25, 2025USDA 42-A-1605Routine inspection16 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

February 15, 2023 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1605

40 dogs recorded (34 adults · 6 puppies).

  • Two 3-month-old puppies housed with adult dog

    Two approximately 3-month-old puppies are housed with an adult dog that is not their mother or foster mother. Housing puppies in the same primary enclosure with adult dogs that are not the dam could cause incompatibility which may result in injury to the puppies should the adult become aggressive. Incompatible housing may also result in the failure of the puppy to access food and water should the adult exhibit resource guarding behaviors. Puppies 4 months of age or less may not be housed in the same primary enclosure with adult dogs other than their dams or foster dam. The licensee must either remove the adult dog from the enclosure or house the two puppies with pen mates that meet the compatibility requirements. The licensee must ensure that each dog is compatibly housed at all times in order to support their health and well-being. To be corrected by: The licensee provided the puppies with compliant housing at the time of the inspection.

  • Female French Bulldog treatment plan not documented

    One female French bulldog ("Zanna", tag #142) is currently being treated with penicillin. No written treatment plan for the use of penicillin can be found, but the licensee stated that the penicillin is to be given for 10 days. Failure to document treatment plans may interfere with the ability of APHIS officials to determine if the dogs are receiving adequate veterinary care. Each dealer shall keep copies of medical records that includes the date and a description of the problem (injury, disease, illness), examination findings, test results, plan for treatment and care, and treatment procedures performed. The licensee must ensure that all treatment plans are documented and that all medical records are complete and contain all required information. To be corrected by: From this day forward

  • Heartworm and fecal test results not documented

    On 25-March-2022, the licensee had four dogs tested for heartworm and fecals. The documented results of these tests could not be located. Failure to document test results could interfere with the ability of APHIS officials to determine if the animals are receiving adequate veterinary care. Each dealer shall keep copies of medical records that includes the dates and findings/results of all screening, routine, or other required or recommended tests or examinations. The licensee must document the results of all heartworm testing and fecals and ensure that the results of all other exams and tests are documented on a medical record that is complete and contains all required information. To be corrected by: From this day forward

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 10 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, August 25, 2025, inspectors counted 16 dogs (6 adults · 10 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA raise?

The records name French Bulldog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Melvin Yoder – Seymour, IA hold?

  • USDA licence 42-A-1605 — expires 10/17/2027

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