Breeder snapshot
Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs is linked to 21 public inspection reports from USDA.
Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs
Tea, South Dakota
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Exp. 10/20/2028
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs countedInspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs is linked to 21 public inspection reports, from April 2014 to July 2026.
Across 20 inspections between April 2014 and July 2026, inspectors recorded between 6 dogs and 28 dogs at Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs. The most recent count was 16 dogs on July 10, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 16, 2014 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 20 dogs | None |
| April 8, 2015 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| February 4, 2016 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| January 27, 2017 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 6 dogs | None |
| January 24, 2018 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| December 7, 2018 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| December 5, 2019 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| December 4, 2020 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 21 dogs | None |
| July 14, 2021 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
| March 24, 2022 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 7 dogs | None |
| July 18, 2022 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 28 dogs | None |
| November 18, 2022 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| June 14, 2023 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 8 dogs | None |
| January 25, 2024 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 15 dogs | None |
| June 28, 2024 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 8 dogs | None |
| December 12, 2024 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 11 dogs | None |
| May 29, 2025 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
| June 13, 2025 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 7 dogs | None |
| January 8, 2026 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| June 25, 2026 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| July 10, 2026 | USDA 46-A-0331 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs been cited by inspectors?
No. 21 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 10, 2026, inspectors counted 16 dogs (6 adults · 10 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Rick Klinkhammer – Klinkhammers Labs hold?
- USDA licence 46-A-0331 — expires 10/20/2028
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