Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Chariton, IA. 82 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited no problems across 9 reports. Every report is free to read.
Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets
Chariton, Iowa
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Mini Schnauzer, Zuchon (Teddy Bear)
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets is linked to 9 public inspection reports, from February 2019 to June 2025.
Across 9 inspections between February 2019 and June 2025, inspectors recorded between 28 dogs and 89 dogs at Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets. The most recent count was 82 dogs on June 12, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2019 | USDA 41-A-0501 | Pre-license inspection #2 | 28 dogs | None |
| August 26, 2019 | USDA 41-A-0501 | Routine inspection | 35 dogs | None |
| December 10, 2020 | USDA 41-A-0501 | New site inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| March 28, 2022 | USDA 42-A-1683 | Pre-license inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| August 9, 2022 | USDA 42-A-1683 | New site inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| September 14, 2023 | USDA 42-A-1683 | Routine inspection | 33 dogs | None |
| August 15, 2024 | USDA 42-A-1683 | Routine inspection | 75 dogs | None |
| March 20, 2025 | USDA 42-A-1683 | Re-license inspection | 89 dogs | None |
| June 12, 2025 | USDA 42-A-1683 | Routine inspection | 82 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets been cited by inspectors?
No. 9 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 12, 2025, inspectors counted 82 dogs (48 adults · 34 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets raise?
The records name Mini Schnauzer, Zuchon (Teddy Bear). Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Abraham & Katie Hershberger – Hershberger Pets hold?
- USDA licence 42-A-1683 — expires 3/29/2028
- USDA licence 41-A-0501 — Cancelled 7/28/2021
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