Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Edon, OH (Bernedoodle +4). 14 dogs at last count. USDA and Ohio inspectors cited 7 problems across 7 reports. Every report is free to read.
Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies
Edon, Ohio
USDA licensedOhio state records
Breed(s)
Bernedoodle, Bichon Frise, Cavachon, Mini Bernedoodle, Poodle
Exp. 1/19/2027
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies is linked to 7 public inspection reports, carrying 7 inspector findings, from January 2024 to April 2026.
Across 6 inspections between January 2024 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 10 dogs and 21 dogs at Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies. The most recent count was 14 dogs on April 28, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 18, 2024 | USDA 31-A-0995 | Pre-license inspection | 21 dogs | None |
| September 24, 2024 | USDA 31-A-0995 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
| October 29, 2024 | Ohio CB0036B6 | Routine inspection | 21 dogs | 5 findings |
| November 25, 2024 | Ohio CB0036B6 | Follow-up inspection | Not recorded | None |
| November 5, 2025 | Ohio CB0036B6 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | None |
| December 29, 2025 | USDA 31-A-0995 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | 1 finding |
| April 28, 2026 | Ohio CB0036B6 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | 1 finding |
What inspectors wrote
October 29, 2024 — Routine inspection, Ohio CB0036B6
21 dogs recorded (11 adults · 10 puppies).
- Enclosure with metal wire flooring
One enclosure housing two dogs had a metal wire dig barrier that the dogs could walk on. The licensee corrected this issue during the inspection. Corrected on: 10/29/2024
- Unapproved kennel disinfectants
The three solutions used for disinfecting the kennels need to be approved by the vet. To be corrected on: 11/26/2024
- Kennel missing emergency plan
A second kennel housing two dog lacked and emergency plan. The licensee corrected this issue during the inspection. Corrected on: 10/29/2024
- Vet plan missing nutritional info
The licensee lacked this information in their vet care plan. To be corrected on: 11/26/2024
- Missing socialization and exercise records
The licensee lacked these records. The licensee corrected this issue during the inspection. Corrected on: 10/29/2024
December 29, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 31-A-0995
17 dogs recorded (8 adults · 9 puppies).
- Adult dogs overdue vaccines and testing
The facility is not following the Program of Vet Care (PVC) for preventative care. The PVC prescribes for adult dogs to receive the combination distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parainfluenza, and parvovirus vaccine yearly. This vaccine was last given in September 2024, and five adult dogs are overdue for this vaccine. The facility is also overdue on heartworm and fecal testing. The PVC prescribes for these tests to be performed on at least 10% of the kennel count and were last performed in November 2024. Routine testing for parasites (via fecal and heartworm testing) and vaccines for contagious and/or deadly diseases of dogs is required under the Animal Welfare Act. These preventative care measures must be done in accordance with a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian and help to ensure the health and well-being of the dogs. Correct by following the PVC for vaccinations, and sampling and treatment of parasites. Correct by: January 15, 2026.
April 28, 2026 — Routine inspection, Ohio CB0036B6
14 dogs recorded (8 adults · 6 puppies).
- Expired medication found
A drug was found to be expired. Licensee disposed of this drug during the inspection, correcting this issue. Corrected on: 4/28/2026
Photographs from the inspections
1 photograph taken by inspectors at Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies and attached to their reports.
October 29, 2024 — Ohio inspection (report PDF)
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 7 problems across 7 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 28, 2026, inspectors counted 14 dogs (8 adults · 6 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies raise?
The records name Bernedoodle, Bichon Frise, Cavachon, Mini Bernedoodle, Poodle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Cletus E Schwartz – Excel Puppies hold?
- USDA licence 31-A-0995 — expires 1/19/2027
- Ohio licence CB0036B6 — expires 12/31/2026
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