23 total dogs
No findings
Thomas Emard
La Plata, NM
Breeder Snapshot
Thomas Emard is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in La Plata, New Mexico. Pawthenticity has 6 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2022. The most recent was May 30, 2025, with 42 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 7 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 42
- USDA Citations
- 7
- USDA License
- 85-A-0077
- USDA License Exp
- 5/19/2028
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Thomas Emard raises the following breed(s): Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Poodle, Scottish Terrier, Yorkie.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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.
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32 total dogs⚠️ Records
“There are 24 dogs that have no official identification on them at time of inspection.”
⚠️ Records“There was no record of inventory present on eight unweaned puppies born at the facility.”
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35 total dogsNo findings
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43 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“The licensee's representative could not provide documentation of when the last visit was conducted by the attending veterinarian of the premises.”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“The licensee's representative could not provide documentation of when the last physical examinations of the adult dogs were done.”
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42 total dogs⚠️ Other
“There is a person that would have a role in the Contingency Plan during emergencies, but the facility does not have documentation to show this person was trained over the contents of the Contingency Plan.”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“The facility has veterinary invoices but no other veterinary records on hand for an approximately 5 month old female King Charles Cavalier Spaniel named "Delilah" (ID# 900215006052993).”
⚠️ Transportation“For dog transport enclosures, the facility uses stickers marked with “Live Animals” as required, but the "Live Animals" lettering is only approximately 0.6 inches tall.”
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42 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thomas Emard a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Thomas Emard is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 85-A-0077. The license expiration date on file is 5/19/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Thomas Emard have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 42 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Thomas Emard have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 7 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Thomas Emard located?
Thomas Emard's facility is registered in La Plata, NM according to USDA records.
Has Thomas Emard held more than one USDA license?
Thomas Emard's current USDA license is 85-A-0077. 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 Thomas Emard'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.
Concerned about an animal's welfare? You can file a complaint with the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), an independent nonprofit that investigates conditions at breeders and pet shops. File a complaint with CAPS.
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.
