Breeder snapshot
Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles is linked to 4 public inspection reports from Iowa.
Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles
Decorah, Iowa
Iowa state records
Breed(s)
Bernedoodle
Exp. 8/12/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs countedInspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles is linked to 4 public inspection reports, from August 2022 to July 2025.
Across 4 inspections between August 2022 and July 2025, inspectors recorded between 5 dogs and 18 dogs at Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles. The most recent count was 18 dogs on July 7, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2022 | Iowa 12019 | Routine inspection | 7 dogs | None |
| August 7, 2023 | Iowa 12019 | Routine inspection | 5 dogs | None |
| August 9, 2024 | Iowa 12019 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | None |
| July 7, 2025 | Iowa 12019 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles been cited by inspectors?
No. 4 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 7, 2025, inspectors counted 18 dogs (6 adults · 12 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles raise?
The records name Bernedoodle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Sam Townswick + Mette Hammer – Bluff Country Bernedoodles hold?
- Iowa licence 12019 — expires 8/12/2026
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