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Dog breeder in Fredericksburg, OH. 33 dogs at last count. USDA and Ohio inspectors cited 3 problems across 4 reports. Every report is free to read.
Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH
Fredericksburg, Ohio
USDA licensedOhio state records
Breed(s)
Golden Retriever
Cancelled 9/3/2025
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH is linked to 4 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from February 2023 to March 2026.
Across 4 inspections between February 2023 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 33 dogs and 54 dogs at Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH. The most recent count was 33 dogs on March 11, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2023 | USDA 31-A-0960 | Pre-license inspection | 54 dogs | None |
| May 21, 2025 | Ohio CB002S4E | Routine inspection | 41 dogs | None |
| August 20, 2025 | USDA 31-A-0960 | Routine inspection | 38 dogs | 3 findings |
| March 11, 2026 | Ohio CB002S4E | Routine inspection | 33 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
August 20, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 31-A-0960
38 dogs recorded (31 adults · 7 puppies).
- Two juvenile dogs not vaccinated
The facility is not following the program of veterinary care for vaccinations. The Program of Veterinary Care currently prescribes juvenile dogs will be vaccinated for DAPP/Leptospirosis (7-way) at 11 weeks, at 16 weeks, and then annually going forward. 2 juvenile dogs are not up to date on the DAPP/Leptospirosis (7-way) vaccine. Leo # 900255002099626 DOB 4/19/2025 Daquiri #305-8 DOB 5/2/25 Failure to follow the preventative care schedule for vaccinations in the Program of Veterinary Care does not ensure the dogs are receiving appropriate protection against contagious and deadly diseases such as distemper, parvo, leptospirosis, and rabies which can lead to illness and discomfort to the dogs. The facility must follow the vaccination schedule approved by the attending veterinarian in the Program of Veterinary Care to protect the dogs from deadly or contagious diseases. Correct by 3 September 2025
- Treatment names and dates missing
The facility does not have the names of treatments, nor the dates of administration recorded in the medical records. … The facility representative stated the dogs were treated for this condition per the Program of Veterinary Care but they did not document the name of the treatment nor the date(s) of administration.
- Vaccine administration records missing
Additionally, while reviewing medical records for vaccines 6 adult dogs were found to not have a current medical record for the administration of the DAPP/Lepto (7-way) and rabies vaccines. The facility representative states the vaccines were administered, and these dogs are up to date, but she forgot to document this on a medical record.
Photographs from the inspections
2 photographs taken by inspectors at Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH and attached to their reports.
May 21, 2025 — Ohio inspection (report PDF)
May 21, 2025 — Ohio inspection (report PDF)
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 4 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 11, 2026, inspectors counted 33 dogs (21 adults · 12 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH raise?
The records name Golden Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Albert Hostetler – Fredericksburg, OH hold?
- Ohio licence CB002S4E — expires 12/31/2026
- USDA licence 31-A-0960 — Cancelled 9/3/2025
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