27 total dogs
No findings
Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel
Shiloh, OH
Horrible Hundred
Breeder Snapshot
Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Shiloh, Ohio. Pawthenticity has 9 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2019. The most recent was April 14, 2026, with 50 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 10 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 50
- USDA Citations
- 10
- USDA License
- 31-A-0740
- USDA License Exp
- 2/21/2029
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel raises the following breed(s): Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Poodle, Shih Tzu, Standard Schnauzer, Yorkie.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
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36 total dogs⚠️ Records
“There is a total of 5 dogs identified on today's inspection that have no current form of identification.”
⚠️ Records“The Licensee is not currently keeping proper records for his the offspring that are born at his facility.”
⚠️ Housing“On today's inspection, the wash downs under the indoor whelping area has an excessive buildup of mineral deposits and other organic material.”
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56 total dogsNo findings
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80 total dogs⚠️ Housing
“The facility has 4 cage carpets that are being used as whelping mats for the dogs that are excessively worn and have frayed edges.”
⚠️ Exercise“The facility does not have a written and approved exercise plan that is being followed.”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“The facility has not conducted fecal testing or heartworm testing on any of the dogs.”
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80 total dogsNo findings
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47 total dogs⚠️ Records
“The Record of Dogs and Cats on Hand (APHIS form 7005) does not correctly disclose all of the dogs present at the facility.”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“The facility has not had physical examinations performed on all dogs by the attending veterinarian in the past 12 months.”
⚠️ Veterinary Care“The facility has not been vaccinating or sampling for parasites and other pests in a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian.”
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54 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care · Repeat
“The facility has not been vaccinating or sampling for parasites and other pests in a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian.”
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54 total dogsNo findings
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50 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed May 2026.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 31-A-0740. The license expiration date on file is 2/21/2029. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 50 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 10 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel located?
Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel's facility is registered in Shiloh, OH according to USDA records.
Has Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel's current USDA license is 31-A-0740. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Ammon Burkholder — AB Kennel's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
