Tom Petersen – Phillipsburg, MO is linked to 17 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionMay 11, 2026Latest Dog Count2612 adults · 14 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file43-A-6144, 43-A-4955Missouri licenseInspections on file17 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Tom Petersen – Phillipsburg, MO is linked to 17 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from July 2014 to May 2026.
Across 16 inspections between July 2014 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 14 dogs and 138 dogs at Tom Petersen – Phillipsburg, MO. The most recent count was 26 dogs on May 11, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
July 10, 2014
USDA 43-A-4955
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
December 23, 2014
USDA 43-A-4955
Routine inspection
47 dogs
None
May 27, 2015
USDA 43-A-4955
Routine inspection
29 dogs
None
January 21, 2016
USDA 43-A-4955
Attempted inspection
No access
None
February 23, 2016
USDA 43-A-4955
Routine inspection
67 dogs
None
November 10, 2016
USDA 43-A-6144
Pre-license inspection #2
46 dogs
None
March 31, 2017
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
48 dogs
2 findings
September 12, 2017
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
March 21, 2018
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
82 dogs
None
September 24, 2018
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
95 dogs
None
February 12, 2020
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
138 dogs
None
February 14, 2022
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
128 dogs
None
June 22, 2023
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
101 dogs
None
November 14, 2023
USDA 43-A-6144
Re-license inspection
109 dogs
None
January 16, 2025
USDA 43-A-6144
New site inspection
14 dogs
None
June 10, 2025
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
May 11, 2026
USDA 43-A-6144
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
March 31, 2017 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-6144
48 dogs recorded (33 adults · 15 puppies).
Dog houses missing entrance doors
Sec. 3.4 Outdoor housing facilities. (b) Shelter from the elements (3) **** There are 18 outdoor enclosures with approximately 21 dogs were dog houses are missing the doors on the entrance. The missing dog doors on the entrances allows the wind, rain and elements to impact the health and well being of the dogs. The dog houses must install wind/ rain break on the entrances. To be corrected by: 04-30-2017
Enclosures with floor holes
Sec. 3.6 Primary enclosures. (a) General requirements. (2) (iii) **** In the first building there are three enclosures with 4 dogs that has holes in the floor. One of the holes is big enough for the dog to escape. The other holes allow the dogs to injure themselves if they fall through. All enclosures must be maintained to keep the dog securely in their enclosures and prevent other animals from entering the enclosures. Worker moved the dogs to other enclosures and put signs on the enclosures stating it is under maintenance. To be corrected by 04-30-2017
Has Tom Petersen – Phillipsburg, MO been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 17 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Tom Petersen – Phillipsburg, MO keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 11, 2026, inspectors counted 26 dogs (12 adults · 14 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Tom Petersen – Phillipsburg, MO hold?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.