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Dog breeder in Lexington, NE. 39 dogs at last count. Nebraska inspectors cited 2 problems across 6 reports. Every report is free to read.
Mike & Karen Oldfather – Heartland Kennels
Lexington, Nebraska
Nebraska state records
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Inspection Summary
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Mike & Karen Oldfather – Heartland Kennels is linked to 6 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from August 2020 to June 2025.
Across 6 inspections between August 2020 and June 2025, inspectors recorded between 30 dogs and 43 dogs at Mike & Karen Oldfather – Heartland Kennels. The most recent count was 39 dogs on June 25, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 5, 2020 | Nebraska KN966 | Routine inspection | 43 dogs | None |
| July 6, 2021 | Nebraska KN966 | Routine inspection | 33 dogs | None |
| June 9, 2022 | Nebraska KN966 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
| June 21, 2023 | Nebraska KN966 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| July 18, 2024 | Nebraska KN966 | Routine inspection | 30 dogs | 1 finding |
| June 25, 2025 | Nebraska KN966 | Routine inspection | 39 dogs | 1 finding |
What inspectors wrote
July 18, 2024 — Routine inspection, Nebraska KN966
30 dogs recorded (24 adults · 6 puppies).
- Weeds over 8 inches in exercise yard
Weeds in excess of 8" in exercise yard.
June 25, 2025 — Routine inspection, Nebraska KN966
39 dogs recorded (36 adults · 3 puppies).
- Grass over 8 inches, digging holes
Grass/ weeds in excess of 8" and holes from digging may harbor parasites.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Mike & Karen Oldfather – Heartland Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 6 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Mike & Karen Oldfather – Heartland Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 25, 2025, inspectors counted 39 dogs (36 adults · 3 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Mike & Karen Oldfather – Heartland Kennels hold?
- Nebraska licence KN966
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