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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Wayne Bontrager – Markesan, WI is linked to 7 public inspection reports, from July 2019 to April 2026.
Across 7 inspections between July 2019 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 26 dogs and 61 dogs at Wayne Bontrager – Markesan, WI. The most recent count was 48 dogs on April 23, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
July 22, 2019
USDA 35-A-0444
Pre-license inspection #1
26 dogs
None
January 15, 2020
USDA 35-A-0444
Routine inspection
47 dogs
None
October 6, 2021
USDA 35-A-0444
Routine inspection
61 dogs
None
April 20, 2022
USDA 35-A-0444
Re-license inspection
59 dogs
None
March 26, 2024
USDA 35-A-0444
Routine inspection
36 dogs
None
April 28, 2025
USDA 35-A-0444
Re-license inspection
43 dogs
None
April 23, 2026
USDA 35-A-0444
Routine inspection
48 dogs
None
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Wayne Bontrager – Markesan, WI been cited by inspectors?
No. 7 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Wayne Bontrager – Markesan, WI keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 23, 2026, inspectors counted 48 dogs (28 adults · 20 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Wayne Bontrager – Markesan, WI 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.