Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Cherokee, IA. 92 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 11 reports. Every report is free to read.
Mike Decker – M-J Kennels
Cherokee, Iowa
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Havanese, Mini Australian Shepherd
Exp. 5/18/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
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All inspections and findings in full
Mike Decker – M-J Kennels is linked to 11 public inspection reports, from September 2014 to June 2025.
Across 10 inspections between November 2014 and June 2025, inspectors recorded between 92 dogs and 207 dogs at Mike Decker – M-J Kennels. The most recent count was 92 dogs on June 9, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 8, 2014 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| November 14, 2014 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 95 dogs | None |
| January 14, 2016 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 164 dogs | None |
| February 13, 2017 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 146 dogs | None |
| February 1, 2018 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 181 dogs | None |
| March 6, 2019 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 207 dogs | None |
| October 15, 2020 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 161 dogs | None |
| May 5, 2022 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 170 dogs | None |
| April 18, 2024 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Re-license inspection | 110 dogs | None |
| September 24, 2024 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 103 dogs | None |
| June 9, 2025 | USDA 42-A-0568 | Routine inspection | 92 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Mike Decker – M-J Kennels been cited by inspectors?
No. 11 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Mike Decker – M-J Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 9, 2025, inspectors counted 92 dogs (70 adults · 22 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Mike Decker – M-J Kennels raise?
The records name Havanese, Mini Australian Shepherd. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Mike Decker – M-J Kennels hold?
- USDA licence 42-A-0568 — expires 5/18/2027
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