Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Hale, MO. 73 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 5 reports. Every report is free to read.
Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels
Hale, Missouri
USDA licensedMissouri state records
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Cancelled 8/25/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels is linked to 5 public inspection reports, from January 2022 to December 2024.
Across 4 inspections between January 2022 and December 2024, inspectors recorded between 41 dogs and 128 dogs at Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels. The most recent count was 73 dogs on December 5, 2024.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 3, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6631 | Routine inspection | 78 dogs | None |
| April 19, 2022 | USDA 43-A-6631 | Routine inspection | 128 dogs | None |
| October 18, 2023 | USDA 43-A-6631 | Focused inspection | Not recorded | None |
| November 13, 2024 | USDA 43-A-6631 | Routine inspection | 41 dogs | None |
| December 5, 2024 | USDA 43-A-6631 | Routine inspection | 73 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels been cited by inspectors?
No. 5 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, December 5, 2024, inspectors counted 73 dogs (38 adults · 35 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels hold?
- USDA licence 43-A-6631 — Cancelled 8/25/2026
- Missouri licence AC003D15
Is anyone else licensed at this address?
1 other licence has been recorded at the address used by Trisha Stephens – Riverside Kennels:
- Brenda Ponting — USDA licence 43-A-5133 (2014 – 2022)
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