Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Bennington, KS. 3 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 15 reports. Every report is free to read.
William & Darcy Smith – Sparks Kennel
Bennington, Kansas
USDA licensedKansas state records
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Exp. 2/27/2029
Exp. 9/30/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
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Inspection Report Details
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All inspections and findings in full
William & Darcy Smith – Sparks Kennel is linked to 15 public inspection reports, from June 2014 to February 2026.
Across 15 inspections between June 2014 and February 2026, inspectors recorded between 0 dogs and 8 dogs at William & Darcy Smith – Sparks Kennel. The most recent count was 3 dogs on February 9, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2014 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| May 5, 2015 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 4 dogs | None |
| April 18, 2016 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| April 5, 2017 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| February 14, 2018 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| June 12, 2019 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 7 dogs | None |
| August 25, 2020 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 3 dogs | None |
| June 30, 2021 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| April 18, 2022 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 6 dogs | None |
| December 8, 2022 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Re-license inspection | 8 dogs | None |
| February 15, 2023 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| March 12, 2024 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 7 dogs | None |
| February 4, 2025 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 3 dogs | None |
| January 20, 2026 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Re-license inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| February 9, 2026 | USDA 48-B-0107 | Routine inspection | 3 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has William & Darcy Smith – Sparks Kennel been cited by inspectors?
No. 15 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does William & Darcy Smith – Sparks Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, February 9, 2026, inspectors counted 3 dogs (0 adults · 3 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does William & Darcy Smith – Sparks Kennel hold?
- USDA licence 48-B-0107 — expires 2/27/2029
- Kansas licence CB000CV3 — expires 2026-09-30
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