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Dog breeder in Anderson, MO (Basset Hound +2). 74 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 12 reports. Every report is free to read.
Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy
Anderson, Missouri
USDA licensedMissouri state records
Breed(s)
Basset Hound, Chinese Shar-Pei, Labrador Retriever
Exp. 2/9/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
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All inspections and findings in full
Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy is linked to 12 public inspection reports, from September 2014 to May 2025.
Across 10 inspections between November 2014 and May 2025, inspectors recorded between 74 dogs and 123 dogs at Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy. The most recent count was 74 dogs on May 14, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 3, 2014 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| October 9, 2014 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| November 6, 2014 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 114 dogs | None |
| January 22, 2016 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 115 dogs | None |
| August 10, 2017 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 88 dogs | None |
| July 30, 2019 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 94 dogs | None |
| September 22, 2021 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 102 dogs | None |
| September 23, 2022 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 112 dogs | None |
| July 20, 2023 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 123 dogs | None |
| March 19, 2024 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Re-license inspection | 82 dogs | None |
| July 11, 2024 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 92 dogs | None |
| May 14, 2025 | USDA 43-A-0944 | Routine inspection | 74 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy been cited by inspectors?
No. 12 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 14, 2025, inspectors counted 74 dogs (53 adults · 21 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy raise?
The records name Basset Hound, Chinese Shar-Pei, Labrador Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Roland & Joan Keith – Jo's Sound of Joy hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-0944 — expires 2/9/2027
- Missouri licence AC0006RB
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