32 dogs seized from Iowa breeder who allegedly blocked inspections of her business

By: Clark Kauffman

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: July 2, 2026

Words: 1,167

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago

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Law enforcement officials have seized 32 dogs from an Iowa breeder already facing civil charges related to inspections of her facility in Farmington.

The dogs were seized Tuesday from the property run by licensed dog breeder Wuanita Swedlund. They were taken to the PAW animal shelter in Fort Dodge, where they are receiving medical attention.

The seizure occurred days after the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Iowa issued a restraining order against …

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