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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Alvin H Hershberger – Walnut Lane LAH is linked to 2 public inspection reports, carrying 8 inspector findings, from February 2025 to November 2025.
Across 2 inspections between February 2025 and November 2025, inspectors recorded between 31 dogs and 40 dogs at Alvin H Hershberger – Walnut Lane LAH. The most recent count was 40 dogs on November 12, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 13, 2025
Ohio CB002JNA
Routine inspection
31 dogs
5 findings
November 12, 2025
Ohio CB002JNA
Routine inspection
40 dogs
3 findings
What inspectors wrote
February 13, 2025 — Routine inspection, Ohio CB002JNA
31 dogs recorded (13 adults · 18 puppies).
Feces and grime in enclosures(Legal)
Upon inspection a accumulation of organic matter was found on the kennels interior portions of the primary enclosures. The licensee stated that they picked up feces every day and disinfecting on a bi-weekly basis as required but an accumulation of excreta was still found in and on the enclosures. This matter will be referred to ODA’s Legal Counsel due to the repetitive occurrence of the violation and the licensee being put on previous notice. The licensee was able to remove the excreta from the kennel during the inspection.
Feeder with feces in enclosure
Upon inspection one enclosure housing two dogs had a feeder with an accumulation of excreta. During the inspection the licensee was able to correct this issue. Corrected on: 2/13/2025
Expired vaccination container
Upon inspection the licensee had an expired container of vaccinations, the licensee had purchased a new container and had not used the expired medication as of the expiration date. Corrected on: 2/13/2025
Missing three destination addresses
Upon inspection the licensee lacked three addresses of dogs which had left the premises, during the inspection the licensee was able to correct this issue. Corrected on: 2/13/2025
Four days of records missing
Upon inspection the licensee lacked four days of complete records but were following the requirements. The licensee will make sure from this day forward they are keeping the records up to date. Corrected on: 2/13/2025
Has Alvin H Hershberger – Walnut Lane LAH been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 8 problems across 2 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Alvin H Hershberger – Walnut Lane LAH keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, November 12, 2025, inspectors counted 40 dogs (17 adults · 23 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Alvin H Hershberger – Walnut Lane LAH hold?
Ohio licence CB002JNA — expires 12/31/2026
Is anyone else licensed at this address?
1 other licence has been recorded at the address used by Alvin H Hershberger – Walnut Lane LAH:
Laura Hershberger — USDA licence 31-A-0859 (2021 – 2022)
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.