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Tellier's AKC Boston Terriers is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Elkland, Missouri. Pawthenticity has 4 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2024. The most recent was February 9, 2026, with 13 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors documented no findings. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
13
USDA Inspections
4
USDA License
43-A-6879
USDA License Exp
6/27/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Tellier's AKC Boston Terriers raises the following breed(s): Boston Terrier, Mini Poodle, Toy Poodle.
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 β 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 PDFΒ to read the entire inspection.
Date
Total DogsiTotal dogs (adults and puppies) counted on site at each inspection. Click on the arrow to see that report's breakdown.
FindingsiThese are some of the findings noted on USDA and/or state inspections. Some are minor notes on inspections that passed; others are formal violations. We shorten each finding into plain language β see the full report for exact wording and details.
31 total dogs
8 adult dogs 23 puppies
No findings
18 total dogs
8 adult dogs 10 puppies
No findings
16 total dogs
11 adult dogs 5 puppies
No findings
13 total dogs
10 adult dogs 3 puppies
No findings
Total dogs include both adults and puppies counted on site that day. Click a dog count to see the adult and puppy breakdown. Dog-count colors show kennel size: green is under 50 dogs, yellow is 50β149, and red is 150 or more. Colors are for easy skimming and do not reflect citations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tellier's AKC Boston TerriersΒ a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Tellier's AKC Boston TerriersΒ is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 43-A-6879. The license expiration date on file is 6/27/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Tellier's AKC Boston TerriersΒ have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 13Β total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
Where is Tellier's AKC Boston TerriersΒ located?
Tellier's AKC Boston Terriers's facility is registered in Elkland, MOΒ according to USDA records.
Has Tellier's AKC Boston TerriersΒ held more than one USDA license?
Tellier's AKC Boston Terriers's current USDA license is 43-A-6879. 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 Tellier's AKC Boston Terriers's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF β the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
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 β 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.
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