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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Merlin Yoder – Drakesville, IA is linked to 7 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from September 2022 to August 2025.
Across 6 inspections between September 2022 and August 2025, inspectors recorded between 28 dogs and 49 dogs at Merlin Yoder – Drakesville, IA. The most recent count was 45 dogs on August 6, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
September 12, 2022
USDA 42-A-1694
Pre-license inspection
49 dogs
None
January 9, 2023
USDA 42-A-1694
Attempted inspection
No access
None
January 23, 2023
USDA 42-A-1694
Routine inspection
28 dogs
1 finding
June 27, 2023
USDA 42-A-1694
Routine inspection
41 dogs
None
June 3, 2024
USDA 42-A-1694
Routine inspection
45 dogs
None
March 10, 2025
USDA 42-A-1694
Routine inspection
29 dogs
None
August 6, 2025
USDA 42-A-1694
Re-license inspection
45 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
January 23, 2023 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1694
28 dogs recorded (20 adults · 8 puppies).
Adult dog exam results undocumented
On 10-January-2023 the licensee had the attending veterinarian examine each of the 20 adult dogs at the facility. The results of the examinations for each individual animal are not documented and the licensee's Program of Veterinary Care requires a body condition score and dental score to be recorded for each dog. Failure to document exam results may interfere with the ability of APHIS officials to determine if the dogs are receiving adequate veterinary care. Dealers must keep copies of medical records that include the dates and findings/results of all screening, routine, or other required or recommended tests or examinations. The licensee must ensure that the results of examinations are documented and that all medical records are complete with the required information. To be corrected by: From this day forward
Has Merlin Yoder – Drakesville, IA been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 7 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Merlin Yoder – Drakesville, IA keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 6, 2025, inspectors counted 45 dogs (17 adults · 28 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Merlin Yoder – Drakesville, IA hold?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.