Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel is linked to 18 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Poodle, Yorkie
Latest inspectionApril 29, 2026Latest Dog Count88 adults · 0 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file71-A-1450, 71-A-1196Arkansas licenseInspections on file18 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel is linked to 18 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from April 2014 to April 2026.
Across 15 inspections between June 2014 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 2 dogs and 33 dogs at Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel. The most recent count was 8 dogs on April 29, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
April 30, 2014
USDA 71-A-1196
Attempted inspection
No access
None
June 16, 2014
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
21 dogs
None
July 15, 2015
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
December 8, 2016
USDA 71-A-1196
Attempted inspection
No access
None
April 12, 2017
USDA 71-A-1196
Attempted inspection
No access
None
October 11, 2017
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
14 dogs
None
May 9, 2018
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
12 dogs
None
March 25, 2019
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
13 dogs
None
September 21, 2019
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
2 dogs
None
April 15, 2021
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
13 dogs
None
March 9, 2022
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
21 dogs
None
February 10, 2023
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
26 dogs
3 findings
February 22, 2023
USDA 71-A-1196
Focused inspection
26 dogs
None
May 17, 2023
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
June 8, 2023
USDA 71-A-1196
Re-license inspection
33 dogs
None
July 27, 2023
USDA 71-A-1196
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
November 18, 2025
USDA 71-A-1450
Inspection
12 dogs
None
April 29, 2026
USDA 71-A-1450
Routine inspection
8 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
February 10, 2023 — Routine inspection, USDA 71-A-1196
26 dogs recorded (17 adults · 9 puppies).
Female Poodle heavy tartar, swollen gums(Direct)
An adult female Poodle (m/c# 00022995862) was observed licking her lips repeatedly during the inspection. She had a large amount of tartar on most of her teeth. The tarter covered the entire surface of many of the teeth. Her gum line was reddened and swollen.
Male Yorkshire Terrier tartar, bleeding gum(Direct)
An adult male Yorkie (m/c# 933000320406052) was also licking his lips repeatedly and had a buildup of tartar on some of his teeth. His gums were very reddened with a noticeable amount of swelling. An area above the right canine tooth was bleeding.
Nine puppies no identification
The licensee is not properly identifying puppies that are less than 16 weeks old. Nine puppies that were from two separate litters did not have any form of identification. Appropriate identification of dogs is necessary to meet recordkeeping requirements for inventory, disposition, transport, and healthcare documentation. The licensee must properly identify puppies with an acceptable form of identification, which include a cage card (if litters are not comingled), a microchip, a collar and tag, or a plastic-type collar with the required information legibly written. TO BE CORRECTED BY FEBRUARY 17, 2023.
Has Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 18 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 29, 2026, inspectors counted 8 dogs (8 adults · 0 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel raise?
The records name Poodle, Yorkie. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Rhonda K Griffith – Karen's Kennel 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.