227 total dogs
No findings
Wuanita Swedlund
Court CaseUSDA WarningCritical Violation(s)Horrible HundredMultiple Licenses at Address😳 wtf> 2 Attempted Inspections
Farmington, IA
Breeder Snapshot
Wuanita Swedlund is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Farmington, Iowa. Pawthenticity has 11 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2023. The most recent counted inspection was December 19, 2024, with 8 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 24 citations, including 1 critical violation. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 8
- USDA Citations
- 24
- USDA License
- 42-B-0340
- USDA License Exp
- 7/14/2026
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Wuanita Swedlund raises the following breed(s): Dachshund, French Bulldog, Pug, Rottweiler, Shetland Sheepdog, Siberian Husky.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, 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.
Wuanita Swedlund — USDA License 42-B-0340
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1 CITATION2 total dogsDirectBichipoo puppy severe limp, swollen legFrench Bulldog limping
“One male red puppy from Jazmine's Bichipoo litter born 9-November-2023 has an abnormal condition of the rear left leg. The leg is held out to the side and the inspector can feel hard swellings in upper leg bone and lower leg bones suggestive of an old injury to the bones. The puppy walks with a severe limp and put no pressure on the leg. ... French Bulldog ... was received by the licensee approximately two weeks ago limping on the rear right leg. The dog does put a little weight on the leg but holds the leg up when walking. This dog was reluctant to move around her enclosure. The licensee has not provided any veterinary treatment or contacted the veterinarian regarding this dog's condition.”
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Dec 20239 CITATIONS157 total dogsCritical😳 wtf3 French Bulldog puppies died after cold draft3 Rottweiler puppies died after overgroomingSheepdog puppy's leg chewed off by stressed Husky, bone exposed, puppy euthanizedSheepdog puppy missing, single bone found, presumed eaten by mother due to stress
“French Bulldog “Bethany” had 4 puppies on 24-November-2023. At approximately one week old, 3 puppies were found deceased in the morning. The licensee stated they could feel a strong cold draft at the front of the enclosure from a space in the front of Barn #1 and it was a cold day the day that they found the puppies deceased. The licensee told the inspector the puppies must have gotten too cold and passed away. The licensee has placed some duct tape around where the draft is coming from, but a mild draft can still be felt. The duct tape is peeling away from the wall it is attached to at the time of inspection. The outdoor temperature on the day of inspection was between 42 and 56 degrees Fahrenheit according to the weather channel. The draft will be a continued concern for young puppies in this building in the coming winter months if not corrected. Rottweiler “Roxina” had 6 puppies on 7-October-2023. Shortly after birth, Roxina continued to overgroom the 3 male puppies in her litter. The licensee said these puppies were groomed so much they were found to be wet often. The 3 male puppies were found deceased one morning. The licensee believes since those male puppies were always wet, they must have gotten too cold and died. The date of death was not recorded for these three puppies. Excessive cooling to young puppies may have led to their death. Handling of all animals shall be done as expeditiously and carefully as possible in a manner that does not cause trauma, overheating, excessive cooling, behavioral stress, physical harm or unnecessary discomfort. The licensee must ensure the animals are not exposed to excessive cooling and ensure they are handled in a way to prevent distress, trauma, physical harm and death... “Megan” Old English Sheepdog gave birth to 5 puppies on 25-November-2023. The licensee reports that overnight the female Husky in the primary enclosure next to Megan and litter, chewed through the wall and resulted in a severe injury to one male puppy. The licensee stated that the entire front leg was missing the skin and bone was exposed. The puppy was taken to a licensed veterinarian on 26-November-2023 and was euthanized. The wall was made of plastic board material with a wooden frame and a sheet of plywood. Chewing through a wall with several layers and causing injury to a puppy may be a sign of behavioral stress exhibited by the female Husky. The Husky, “Megan” and her litter were moved away from each other and into enclosures in good repair. At approximately one week old, one of “Megan’s” other puppies was found missing. The licensee states they did find a single bone and assumed Megan ate her puppy. Maternal cannibalistic behavior is abnormal and may be a sign of behavioral stress. Maternal behavioral stress may have resulted in the death of two Old English Sheepdog puppies.”
Expired medicationMedicine stored too warmFrench Bulldog foot growth“Medications were not stored at the correct temperature per the label or were expired. ... Mometamax ear ointment expired 09-2023 is being used to treat one adult dog ... Bactracillin G (Penicillin injectable) label states to store between 36-46 degrees Fahrenheit. The refrigerator it was stored in was not functioning and the temperature inside was 56 degrees Fahrenheit. ... French Bulldog ... has as an abnormal condition of the foot. A round growth is located between the toes on the right front foot.”
Dogs missing readable microchips“There was at least 16 dogs over the age of 16 weeks without a readable microchip with a scanner.”
Puppies lack unique official IDs“The licensee does not have official identification assigned to each puppy ... There is no distinct number given between puppies of the same breeds.”
Missing dog acquisition/disposition records“Required information was missing in the acquisition and disposition records for dogs at this facility. ... The cage cards were missing the breed of the puppies, the dam's official identification number and the date that each puppy was sold, died or euthanized. ... One puppy from 'Megan's' litter was marked as died but was euthanized. ... Record of Disposition of Dogs and Cats is missing the name and address of the organization that bought 4 husky puppies on 7-December-2023.”
Duplicate puppy ID numbers“The licensee is assigning official identification numbers to puppies shortly after birth ... the unique number is repeated for puppies of the same breed. In the case of two Rottweiler puppies sold on 8-December-2023, they were both males, black and tan and had the same ID number of RW-1.”
No rodent pest control planMouse feces in buildings“The facility does not have a pest control plan for rodents. Mouse feces was found in the adult dog building on the cart containing medications, cleaning solution and maintenance equipment. There was also mouse feces found around the garage door and along one adjacent wall. Mouse feces was also found in Barn #1 in the sink and on top of the microwave.”
French Bulldog limping, treatment plan not followed“A french bulldog ... was received approximately 2 weeks ago and was found to be lame at that time. ... The licensee did not provide any medications and monitored the dog's condition with little to no improvement until the time of inspection.”
Incomplete medical records“The licensee is missing medical records detailing when problems are identified and details regarding how those conditions are treated. ... Husky ... has had intermittent diarrhea ... 'Pearl' Pug ... was diagnosed with a small hernia ... Old English Sheepdog ... has had intermittent diarrhea ... Old Engish Sheepdog puppy ... with an abnormal front forelimb ...”
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7 CITATIONS153 total dogsRepeatMedications and vaccines stored at wrong temperatureUnlabeled syringe
“Medications and vaccines were not stored at the correct temperature per the label. ... An un-labeled syringe and needle with clear liquid inside was on the countertop on a whelpingGiving birth to puppies. barn.”
RepeatDogs missing readable microchips“There were at least 10 dogs (9 Huskies and 1 Dachshund) over the age of 16 weeks without a readable microchip with a scanner.”
Puppies not individually identified“The licensee uses cage cards as the form of identification for puppies under 4 months of age. ... There is no distinct number given between puppies of the same breeds.”
RepeatIncomplete dog acquisition and disposition records“Required information was missing in the acquisition and disposition records for dogs at this facility. ... cage cards were missing the unique official identification number and breed of the puppies, the dam's official identification number and the description of each puppy. ... Record of Acquisition ... is missing acquisition information for several adult dogs ... Record of Disposition ... has inaccurate dates of birth for three Bichon-poo puppies. ... are missing the official identification of each dog and the address and USDA number for the buyer ... ten microchipped puppies only had the last four digits of the microchip number listed.”
Puppies transported before 8 weeks old“Three 48-day old male red bichon-poo puppies born on 9-November-2023 were transported in commerce ... on 27-December-2023.”
Not enough staff“This facility does not have enough employees to maintain the minimum level of care required by the Animal Welfare Act. ... the licensee is the full-time caregiver to the 111 adult dogs and 42 puppies with occasional help from their spouse. ... the current number of employees is inadequate”
RepeatMissing medical records“The licensee is missing medical records detailing when problems are identified and details regarding how those conditions are treated. ... There is no record of this treatment being given and no dietary changes are recorded. ... No records of veterinarian treatment recommended by phone, or the identification of the new swellings were available at the time of inspection.”
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USDA actionOfficial warningUSDA issued an official warning citing improper handling of animals and inadequate veterinary care, based on a December 2023 inspection.
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12 total dogsNo findings
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3 total dogsNo findings
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3 CITATIONS8 total dogsAdult female Bichon matted fur
“The licensee has recently acquired an adult female Bichon ... The dog has heavily matted fur on all four legs and tail.”
Overturned water bowlNo other drinking water“In one enclosure housing 3 adult dogs there is an overturned water bowl and no other access to potableSafe to drink. water provided. ... dogs overturn the water frequently.”
Feces cover 80% of floor“The sheltered portion of one primary primary enclosure housing three adult dogs is heavily contaminated with fecal material. The fecal material has been flattened and smeared across the floor when the dogs walk through it and covers approximately 80% of the floor.”
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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1 CITATIONAttempted · Repeat
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1 CITATIONAttempted · Repeat
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USDA actionOfficial warningUSDA issued an official warning after inspectors were not allowed to inspect the facility on two occasions (November 2025 and January 2026).
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1 CITATIONAttempted · Repeat
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Court caseLawsuitThe U.S. Department of Agriculture filed a federal lawsuit against Wuanita Swedlund, alleging she repeatedly refused to let inspectors onto her facility. The lawsuit asks the court to order her to allow inspections.
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 42-A-1676 (Woody Wiley) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.
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321 total dogsNo findings
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4 CITATIONS248 total dogsVeterinary Care
“A Golden Retriever Female ( Microchip # OAO2551511 ) was showing hair loss on an estimated 50 percent of its body.”
Records“The licensee's official USDA dog on hand records (7005's) and disposition of animals records (7006's) were not available to be viewed at the time of inspection.”
Exercise“There was no written exercise plan for the 237 adult dogs at the time of inspection.”
Veterinary Care“No medical records are being maintained on five adult dogs at the facility.”
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1 CITATION331 total dogsRepeatVeterinary Care
“Female mini-golden doodle (tattoo #45, microchip #2778172) has an abnormal mass between the toes of the right hind foot.”
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):
2024: Multiple puppy deaths; Injured limping dogs; No access for inspections
2025: Heavily matted dog; No water; Contaminated enclosures
2026: No access for inspections; Unsanitary enclosures; Official warning
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
The Humane Society's Horrible Hundred report is the result of extensive research and investigation. Please consider supporting the Humane Society's efforts with a donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wuanita Swedlund a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Wuanita Swedlund is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 42-B-0340. The license expiration date on file is 7/14/2026. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Wuanita Swedlund have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 8 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Wuanita Swedlund have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 24 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Wuanita Swedlund located?
Wuanita Swedlund's facility is registered in Farmington, IA according to USDA records.
Has Wuanita Swedlund held more than one USDA license?
Wuanita Swedlund's current USDA license is 42-B-0340. 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 Wuanita Swedlund'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.
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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.
