Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC

Montgomery, IN

Multiple Licenses at AddressLLC Info Available

Breeder Snapshot

Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Montgomery, Indiana. Pawthenticity has 6 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2021. The most recent was August 4, 2025, with 103 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors documented no citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
103
USDA Citations
0
USDA License
32-A-0915
USDA License Exp
12/1/2027

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC raises the following breed(s): Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.

USDA Inspections

USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.

Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC — USDA License 32-A-0915
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 32-A-0441 (Melvin Knepp) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.

Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.

Records last reviewed May 2026.

LLC Details

  • Name: Playful Paws LLC
  • Formed: October 3, 2014, in Indiana
  • Status: Active
  • Agent: MELVIN KNEPP
  • LLC address matches the kennel's USDA address ✅
  • Source: OpenCorporates →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 32-A-0915. The license expiration date on file is 12/1/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 103 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 0 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC located?
Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC's facility is registered in Montgomery, IN according to USDA records.
Has Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC held more than one USDA license?
Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC's current USDA license is 32-A-0915. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Melvin Knepp — Playful Paws LLC's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.

Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.

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