South Dakota Puppy Mill Violations

USDA inspectors have documented 318 animal-welfare violations at licensed facilities in South Dakota, including 4 critical citations. Of the facilities inspected in this state, 54 have at least one violation on record. The facilities below are ranked by total documented violations — the operations most worth scrutinizing before you buy.

A violation does not automatically mean a breeder is unsafe today — some have corrected problems after being cited — but a high or repeated count, especially critical citations involving veterinary care or housing, is a serious warning sign. Click any facility to read its full inspection history.