Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies is linked to 16 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle, Maltese, Mini Bernedoodle, Standard Poodle
Latest inspectionAugust 12, 2026Latest Dog Count16152 adults · 109 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file43-A-6203, 43-A-5919Missouri licenseInspections on file16 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
Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies is linked to 16 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from December 2014 to August 2026.
Across 16 inspections between December 2014 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 26 dogs and 378 dogs at Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies. The most recent count was 161 dogs on August 12, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
December 8, 2014
USDA 43-A-5919
Pre-license inspection #1
26 dogs
None
May 7, 2015
USDA 43-A-5919
Routine inspection
55 dogs
2 findings
June 29, 2016
USDA 43-A-5919
Routine inspection
178 dogs
1 finding
May 3, 2017
USDA 43-A-6203
Pre-license inspection #1
232 dogs
None
October 26, 2017
USDA 43-A-5919
Routine inspection
244 dogs
None
October 26, 2017
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
244 dogs
None
December 4, 2018
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
378 dogs
None
February 5, 2019
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
333 dogs
None
February 19, 2020
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
329 dogs
None
November 16, 2021
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
287 dogs
None
May 5, 2022
USDA 43-A-6203
Re-license inspection
307 dogs
None
November 2, 2022
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
331 dogs
None
August 24, 2023
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
177 dogs
None
February 27, 2025
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
193 dogs
None
May 16, 2025
USDA 43-A-6203
Re-license inspection
192 dogs
None
August 12, 2026
USDA 43-A-6203
Routine inspection
161 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
May 7, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-5919
55 dogs recorded (29 adults · 26 puppies).
Shelter too small for two large dogs
provided adequate space for 2 large breed dogs. Both of animals could not lie in a normal manner or turnabout freely at the same time in the space provided. Adequate shelter is needed to protect the animals from the harsh elements of the weather. The licensee shall provide one or more shelter structure in each enclosure that is accessible to each animal, and that is large enough to allow each animal in the shelter structure to sit, stand, and lie in a normal manner, and to turn about freely.TO BE CORRECTED BY: 5/21/2015
Flies on enclosure floors
across the floors of the outdoor enclosure. The licensee had provided fly strips as directed by the program of veterinary care however; the other methods of fly control were not present. Flies spread disease and can cause serious medical conditions. The licensee shall incorporate an effective pest control program to eliminate flies from the facility. TO BE CORRECTED BY: 5/21/2015
June 29, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-5919
178 dogs recorded (96 adults · 82 puppies).
Flies throughout birthing/nursing facility
There was an abundance of flies throughout the whelping/ weaning facility. There were flies on the waste material and across the floors of the enclosures. Flies spread bacteria and disease, and can cause serious medical conditions. The licensee shall incorporate an effective pest control program to eliminate flies from the facility. TO BE CORRECTED BY: 7/21/2016
Has Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 16 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 12, 2026, inspectors counted 161 dogs (52 adults · 109 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies raise?
The records name Golden Retriever, Goldendoodle, Maltese, Mini Bernedoodle, Standard Poodle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies 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.