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Dog breeder in Plato, MO. 38 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 10 reports. Every report is free to read.
Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm
Plato, Missouri
USDA licensedMissouri state records
Breed(s)
Border Collie, Mini Australian Shepherd
Exp. 5/13/2028
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
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All inspections and findings in full
Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm is linked to 10 public inspection reports, from May 2016 to July 2025.
Across 10 inspections between May 2016 and July 2025, inspectors recorded between 23 dogs and 61 dogs at Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm. The most recent count was 38 dogs on July 9, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2016 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 23 dogs | None |
| December 7, 2016 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 33 dogs | None |
| January 31, 2018 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
| April 19, 2019 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 38 dogs | None |
| June 15, 2021 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 41 dogs | None |
| March 17, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Re-license inspection | 42 dogs | None |
| December 14, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 61 dogs | None |
| June 26, 2024 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| April 4, 2025 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Re-license inspection | 47 dogs | None |
| July 9, 2025 | USDA 43-A-6079 | Routine inspection | 38 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm been cited by inspectors?
No. 10 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 9, 2025, inspectors counted 38 dogs (25 adults · 13 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm raise?
The records name Border Collie, Mini Australian Shepherd. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Rusty & Kim Hodges – Shallow Creek Farm hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-6079 — expires 5/13/2028
- Missouri licence AC00221S
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