Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies is linked to 15 public inspection reports from USDA and Ohio.
Breed(s)
Boston Terrier, Scottish Terrier, Shih Tzu, West Highland White Terrier, Yorkie
Latest inspectionAugust 5, 2026Latest Dog Count244146 adults · 98 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file31-A-0569, 31-A-0396Ohio licenseCB000102
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspections on file14 USDA · 1 Ohio
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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The gums have receded back from the teeth and a grey green fluid has accumulated in some of these pockets. The gums appear swollen and red, especially on the left side."},{"h":"Boston Terrier tight collar, scabbed throat","tags":["Direct","Repeat"],"q":"The collar on the black and white female Boston Terrier with USDA tag #168 is very tight. There is an approximately nickel sized area of hair loss on the throat that is red and scabbed."},{"h":"Seven dead puppies on ground","tags":[],"q":"Seven dead puppies are on the ground on the northern side of the sheltered housing facility. These animals are spread in an area approximately 10 feet in diameter and approximately 20 feet from the kennel. At the time of death, one animal appears to have been several weeks old and the others appear to have been newly born. These animals appear to be well preserved. Dead animals can attract insects, pests, and vermin, as well as cause odors and increase disease hazards. There must be regular and frequent collection, removal, and disposal of dead animals to minimize contamination and disease risks. 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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies is linked to 15 public inspection reports, carrying 5 inspector findings, from February 2014 to August 2026.
Across 12 inspections between February 2014 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 3 dogs and 286 dogs at Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies. The most recent count was 244 dogs on August 5, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 26, 2014
USDA 31-A-0396
Routine inspection
172 dogs
5 findings
March 5, 2014
USDA 31-A-0396
Focused inspection
3 dogs
None
July 1, 2014
USDA 31-A-0396
Routine inspection
142 dogs
None
November 17, 2015
USDA 31-A-0396
Attempted inspection
No access
None
January 14, 2016
USDA 31-A-0569
Pre-license inspection #1
138 dogs
None
September 22, 2016
USDA 31-A-0569
Routine inspection
154 dogs
None
February 28, 2018
USDA 31-A-0569
Routine inspection
142 dogs
None
June 4, 2019
USDA 31-A-0569
Attempted inspection
No access
None
March 4, 2020
USDA 31-A-0569
Routine inspection
286 dogs
None
November 4, 2021
USDA 31-A-0569
Routine inspection
219 dogs
None
April 4, 2023
USDA 31-A-0569
Attempted inspection
No access
None
May 2, 2023
USDA 31-A-0569
Routine inspection
245 dogs
None
February 1, 2024
USDA 31-A-0569
Re-license inspection
218 dogs
None
July 1, 2025
Ohio CB000102
Routine inspection
251 dogs
None
August 5, 2026
USDA 31-A-0569
Routine inspection
244 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
February 26, 2014 — Routine inspection, USDA 31-A-0396
172 dogs recorded (125 adults · 47 puppies).
Shih Tzu chain embedded in neck(Direct, Repeat)
Direct**The collar on tan and white female Shih Tzu with USDA tag #152 is very tight. With an attempt to remove the collar, it was found that several of the chain links were imbedded into the dog's neck such that they could not be removed. Skin has grown over and through the links of the chain collar on the underside of her neck. Scabs and dried blood are present.
Boston Terrier with green eye discharge(Direct, Repeat)
**Direct**Black and white female Boston Terrier with USDA tag #153 has thick green discharge in and around both eyes. Some of the discharge has dried and is adhered to the skin and hair around her eyes. Her eyes appear hazy. Blood vessels are visible in both corneas. An opacity is visible in each eye, with the one in the left eye larger than the one in the right.
Yorkie with grey-green gum pockets(Direct, Repeat)
Black and tan male Yorkie with USDA tag #158 has dark material adhered to his teeth. The gums have receded back from the teeth and a grey green fluid has accumulated in some of these pockets. The gums appear swollen and red, especially on the left side.
Boston Terrier tight collar, scabbed throat(Direct, Repeat)
The collar on the black and white female Boston Terrier with USDA tag #168 is very tight. There is an approximately nickel sized area of hair loss on the throat that is red and scabbed.
Seven dead puppies on ground
Seven dead puppies are on the ground on the northern side of the sheltered housing facility. These animals are spread in an area approximately 10 feet in diameter and approximately 20 feet from the kennel. At the time of death, one animal appears to have been several weeks old and the others appear to have been newly born. These animals appear to be well preserved. Dead animals can attract insects, pests, and vermin, as well as cause odors and increase disease hazards. There must be regular and frequent collection, removal, and disposal of dead animals to minimize contamination and disease risks. Correct by: February 28, 2014
Has Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 5 problems across 15 visits, 4 of them repeats of earlier ones. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 5, 2026, inspectors counted 244 dogs (146 adults · 98 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies raise?
The records name Boston Terrier, Scottish Terrier, Shih Tzu, West Highland White Terrier, Yorkie. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Betty E Yoder – Horizon Puppies hold?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.