167 total dogs
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The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC
Seneca, KS
Multiple Licenses at AddressHorrible HundredLLC Info Available
Breeder Snapshot
The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Seneca, Kansas. Pawthenticity has 13 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2015. The most recent was November 18, 2025, with 98 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 3 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 98
- USDA Citations
- 3
- USDA License
- 48-A-2174
- USDA License Exp
- 8/19/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC raises the following breed(s): Australian Cattle Dog, Boston Terrier, Bulldog, Cocker Spaniel, Dachshund, French Bulldog, Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle, Labrador Retriever, Maltese, Pomeranian, Shih Tzu, Yorkie.
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.
The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC — USDA License 48-A-2174
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169 total dogsNo findings
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180 total dogsNo findings
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161 total dogsNo findings
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242 total dogsNo findings
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185 total dogsNo findings
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204 total dogsNo findings
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219 total dogsNo findings
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212 total dogsNo findings
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117 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“One 100 CC bottle of Excede was observed in the refrigerator in the whelp building.”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“The applicant had incomplete records showing how many dogs had been heartworm and fecal float tested and the date both tests were conducted.”
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125 total dogsNo findings
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113 total dogsNo findings
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98 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“The temperature inside the refrigerator where the dog vaccines are stored is 54 degrees F according to the inspector's Kestrel.”
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 48-A-2120 (Krystal Tangeman) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.
USDA License 48-B-0313 (Audrey Rottinghaus) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.
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165 total dogsNo findings
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182 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“One black, tan and white adult male Papillion ( microchip number 0A01487051 ) was observed placing no weight on the right front foot.”
⚠️ Records“Computerized records ( Easy Kennel ) have incomplete information on eight dogs housed at the premise.”
⚠️ Housing“An enclosure containing two dogs had an two to three inch gap between the side panels where the panels were no longer attached to each other to create the corner.”
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“At time of inspection the facility representative could not produce disposition forms for the transfer of all the dogs to another licensee.”
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106 total dogsNo findings
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99 total dogsNo findings
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113 total dogsNo findings
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80 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed June 2026.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns.
The R Family Kennel is registered to Kale Rottinghaus. According to the Humane Society, this is the alleged family tree:
Kale Rottinghaus + Sandra Rottinghaus
├── Audrey Rottinghaus → Wendy Pets (USDA #48-B-0313 → later #48-A-2219)
└── Krystal Rottinghaus/Tangeman → USDA #48-A-2120
2013: Audrey Rottinghaus / Wendy Pets. Dog's head trapped; Emaciated and limping dogs; Repeat violations
2014: Audrey Rottinghaus / Wendy Pets. No new violations; Selling puppies without license; Multiple new violations
2016: Krystal Tangeman (formerly Krystal Rottinghaus). Painful injuries; Untreated medical issues; Repeat offender
2020: Audrey Rottinghaus, Wendy Pets. Twenty-four dogs shot; Matting on dogs; Missing dogs explanation
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
LLC Details
- Name: R Family Kennel LLC
- Formed: February 25, 2015, in Kansas
- Status: Active And In Good Standing
- Agent: Kale Rottinghaus
- LLC address matches the kennel's USDA address ✅
- Source: OpenCorporates →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 48-A-2174. The license expiration date on file is 8/19/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 98 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 3 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC located?
The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC's facility is registered in Seneca, KS according to USDA records.
Has The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC held more than one USDA license?
The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel LLC's current USDA license is 48-A-2174. 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 The Rottinghaus Family — R Family Kennel 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.
