Breeder Database / Missouri
Updated August 12, 2026

Robert & Esther Pointer – Shoal Creek Puppies

Exeter, Missouri

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

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, 2026
Latest Dog Count16152 adults · 109 puppies
USDA licenses — 2 on file43-A-6203, 43-A-5919
Missouri license
Inspections on file16 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

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
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
December 8, 2014USDA 43-A-5919Pre-license inspection #126 dogsNone
May 7, 2015USDA 43-A-5919Routine inspection55 dogs2 findings
June 29, 2016USDA 43-A-5919Routine inspection178 dogs1 finding
May 3, 2017USDA 43-A-6203Pre-license inspection #1232 dogsNone
October 26, 2017USDA 43-A-5919Routine inspection244 dogsNone
October 26, 2017USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection244 dogsNone
December 4, 2018USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection378 dogsNone
February 5, 2019USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection333 dogsNone
February 19, 2020USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection329 dogsNone
November 16, 2021USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection287 dogsNone
May 5, 2022USDA 43-A-6203Re-license inspection307 dogsNone
November 2, 2022USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection331 dogsNone
August 24, 2023USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection177 dogsNone
February 27, 2025USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection193 dogsNone
May 16, 2025USDA 43-A-6203Re-license inspection192 dogsNone
August 12, 2026USDA 43-A-6203Routine inspection161 dogsNone

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

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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

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

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?

  • USDA licence 43-A-6203 — expires 5/17/2028
  • USDA licence 43-A-5919 — Cancelled 1/17/2018

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