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Yorkie breeder in Mountain View, AR. 101 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 1 problem across 14 reports. Every report is free to read.
Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel
Mountain View, Arkansas
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Yorkie
Expired
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from May 2014 to April 2026.
Across 13 inspections between May 2014 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 42 dogs and 129 dogs at Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel. The most recent count was 101 dogs on April 22, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1, 2014 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 47 dogs | 1 finding |
| May 12, 2015 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| July 15, 2015 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 60 dogs | None |
| December 8, 2016 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 42 dogs | None |
| May 9, 2018 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 94 dogs | None |
| June 3, 2019 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 101 dogs | None |
| February 24, 2021 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 85 dogs | None |
| November 17, 2021 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 87 dogs | None |
| September 6, 2022 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 93 dogs | None |
| June 8, 2023 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 102 dogs | None |
| June 29, 2023 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Re-license inspection | 97 dogs | None |
| February 20, 2024 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 58 dogs | None |
| April 29, 2025 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 129 dogs | None |
| April 22, 2026 | USDA 71-A-1199 | Routine inspection | 101 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
May 1, 2014 — Routine inspection, USDA 71-A-1199
47 dogs recorded (38 adults · 9 puppies).
- Yorkshire Terrier male wobbles when walking
The kennel facility consists of one transport type trailer and a sheltered building. In the transport type trailer there is one retired adult male Yorkshire Terrier named Charlie. The animal is 12yrs old, chip# 089103301, and wobbles when he walks. The animal needs to be evaluated by the attending veterinarian. The dealer must maintain written documentation of the evaluation and all treatment. Affects one adult Correct by May 2, 2014
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 14 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 22, 2026, inspectors counted 101 dogs (72 adults · 29 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel raise?
The records name Yorkie. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Sandra Balentine – Balentines Kennel hold?
- USDA licence 71-A-1199 — expires Expired
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