79 total dogs
No findings
Sandy Harter
> 1 USDA License
Billings, MO
Breeder Snapshot
Sandy Harter is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Billings, Missouri. Pawthenticity has 15 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was May 29, 2025, with 61 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 5 citations. This breeder has held 3 USDA licenses: 43-A-5873 from 2014 to 2014, 43-A-5993 from 2015 to 2023, and current license 43-A-6836 from 2023 to present. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 61
- USDA Citations
- 5
- USDA License
- 43-A-6836
- USDA License Exp
- 11/28/2026
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Sandy Harter raises the following breed(s): Malshi, Maltese, Maltipoo, Morkie, Shih Tzu, Shihpoo.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
Sandy Harter — USDA License 43-A-5873 (previous)
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2 CITATIONS69 total dogsMissing dog identification
“Four Maltese dogs that were >16 weeks old did not have individual identification on them.”
Puppies missing individual ID“Four weaned Maltese puppies ... were housed together in an enclosure. None of the puppies had proper individual identification.”
Sandy Harter — USDA License 43-A-5993 (previous)
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49 total dogsNo findings
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69 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION53 total dogsDirectAdult Maltese (Lou Lou) very thin, tartarUnlabeled pillsExpired medications
“At time of inspection an adult female Maltese 'Lou Lou' ... was exhibiting a thin body condition. Her vertebra were visible and easily palpable. ... the teeth had a significant build up of tartar and the gum line was red and swollen. ... There was a clear bag of pills that had no label. ... A bottle of Cephalexin Capsules, with an expiration date of March 2015 and a bottle of Cystorelin with an expiration date of 02-2016 were located with other medications ready for use.”
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Focused
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53 total dogsNo findings
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43 total dogsNo findings
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64 total dogsNo findings
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60 total dogsNo findings
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72 total dogsNo findings
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108 total dogsNo findings
Sandy Harter — USDA License 43-A-6836 (current)
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130 total dogsNo findings
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2 CITATIONS72 total dogs38 dogs missing from records
“The licensee was not able to produce an up-to-date APHIS form 7005 (Dogs on Hand) ... Thirty-eight dogs were missing from the form.”
Dirty towels over doggie doors“The licensee is using cloth towels as additional wind breaks over the metal doggie doors ... The towels have excess dirt and grime on them and the licensee stated that she is not routinely cleaning or replacing these towels.”
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61 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sandy Harter a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Sandy Harter is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 43-A-6836. The license expiration date on file is 11/28/2026. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Sandy Harter have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 61 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Sandy Harter have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 5 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Sandy Harter located?
Sandy Harter's facility is registered in Billings, MO according to USDA records.
Has Sandy Harter held more than one USDA license?
Sandy Harter's current USDA license is 43-A-6836. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Sandy Harter's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
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Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
