70 total dogs
No findings
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel
USDA WarningCritical Violation(s)Horrible Hundred> 1 USDA License
Oketo, KS
Breeder Snapshot
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Oketo, Kansas. Pawthenticity has 16 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2017. The most recent was April 16, 2026, with 27 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 4 citations, including 1 critical violation. This breeder has held 2 USDA licenses: 42-A-1563 from 2017 to 2018, and current license 48-A-2223 from 2018 to present. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 27
- USDA Citations
- 4
- USDA License
- 48-A-2223
- USDA License Exp
- 10/25/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel raises the following breed(s): Italian Greyhound.
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.
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel — USDA License 42-A-1563 (previous)
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69 total dogsNo findings
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70 total dogsNo findings
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel — USDA License 48-A-2223 (current)
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94 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION75 total dogsCriticalAdult female Italian Greyhound (Eclipse) broken front legs
“An adult female Italian Greyhound 'Eclipse' fell out of the primary enclosure approximately three feet onto the ground because the enclosure gate was left open and unattended. Due to the fall, the dog broke both front legs. ... both legs splinted and surgery was performed to repair the broken limbs ...”
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57 total dogsNo findings
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61 total dogsNo findings
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56 total dogsNo findings
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48 total dogsNo findings
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55 total dogsNo findings
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53 total dogsNo findings
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51 total dogsNo findings
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47 total dogsNo findings
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3 CITATIONS37 total dogsDirect5 y/o Italian Greyhound (Destiny) loose tooth, tartar
“Female Italian greyhound ... 'Destiny') has poor dental health. Over half the surface of the upper left canine tooth is covered in a thick dark brown material. The front tooth located directly next to this canine tooth is loose ... Nearly the entire surface of this loose tooth is coated in a thick buildup of dark brown and grey colored material. The upper left gums are slightly reddened and have receded away from both of these teeth. ... The condition of the dog's teeth has not been identified by the facility, and no treatment has been provided or planned.”
Vet exams overdue“The facility is not having each dog physically examined by the attending veterinarian at least once every 12 months. ... a female Italian greyhound was identified ... as having poor dental health. ... she had received an examination ... in April 2024 but has not been physically examined ... since then.”
Italian Greyhound poor dental health“The facility is not following the dental plan documented in the Program of Veterinary CareA written plan, signed by a vet, for the animals' medical care. (PVC). ... During the inspection one female Italian greyhound was identified with poor dental health and she last dental cleaning she received in April 2024.”
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27 total dogsNo findings
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USDA actionOfficial warningUSDA issued an official warning citing inadequate veterinary care, based on a January 2026 inspection.
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.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):
2026: Italian Greyhound with advanced dental disease (loose tooth, receding/red gums, heavy tartar buildup); had not seen a veterinarian in over a year; missed required annual veterinary exam; prior serious injury incident involving dog falling from unsecured raised cage and breaking both front legs.
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 48-A-2223. The license expiration date on file is 10/25/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 27 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 4 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel located?
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel's facility is registered in Oketo, KS according to USDA records.
Has Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel's current USDA license is 48-A-2223. 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 Shannon Dekoning — Spur Creek Kennel'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.
