Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in West Bend, IA. 55 dogs at last count. USDA and Iowa inspectors cited no problems across 11 reports. Every report is free to read.
Sara Gerber – Willow Ridge Farm
West Bend, Iowa
USDA licensedIowa state records
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Cancelled 12/15/2021
Exp. 9/21/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Sara Gerber – Willow Ridge Farm is linked to 11 public inspection reports, from September 2018 to April 2025.
Across 9 inspections between September 2018 and April 2025, inspectors recorded between 25 dogs and 59 dogs at Sara Gerber – Willow Ridge Farm. The most recent count was 55 dogs on April 10, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 5, 2018 | USDA 42-A-1603 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 25 dogs | None |
| March 6, 2019 | USDA 42-A-1603 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| March 6, 2020 | Iowa 11265 | Inspection | 25 dogs | None |
| October 8, 2020 | USDA 42-A-1603 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
| September 1, 2021 | USDA 42-A-1603 | Routine inspection | 57 dogs | None |
| September 28, 2021 | Iowa 11265 | Routine inspection | 55 dogs | None |
| February 9, 2023 | Iowa 11265 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| February 10, 2023 | Iowa 11265 | Routine inspection | 49 dogs | None |
| February 8, 2024 | Iowa 11265 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| February 22, 2024 | Iowa 11265 | Routine inspection | 59 dogs | None |
| April 10, 2025 | Iowa 11265 | Routine inspection | 55 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Sara Gerber – Willow Ridge Farm been cited by inspectors?
No. 11 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Sara Gerber – Willow Ridge Farm keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 10, 2025, inspectors counted 55 dogs (31 adults · 24 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Sara Gerber – Willow Ridge Farm hold?
- Iowa licence 11265 — expires 9/21/2026
- USDA licence 42-A-1603 — Cancelled 12/15/2021
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