Breeder Database / New York
Updated June 18, 2026

David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel

Waverly, New York

New York state records

Breeder snapshot

David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel is linked to 32 public inspection reports from New York.

Breed(s)

Labrador Retriever
Latest inspectionJune 18, 2026
Latest Dog Count3823 adults · 15 puppies
USDA license
New York license1024
Exp. 5/10/2026
Inspections on file32 New York

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel is linked to 32 public inspection reports, carrying 76 inspector findings, from April 2012 to June 2026.

Across 27 inspections between April 2012 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 10 dogs and 61 dogs at David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel. The most recent count was 38 dogs on June 18, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
April 5, 2012New York 1024Routine inspection21 dogs1 finding
September 17, 2012New York 1024Routine inspection10 dogs1 finding
May 10, 2016New York 1024Routine inspection16 dogsNone
May 1, 2017New York 1024Routine inspection44 dogsNone
May 8, 2018New York 1024Routine inspection35 dogs5 findings
May 18, 2018New York 1024Routine inspection34 dogsNone
May 16, 2019New York 1024Routine inspection45 dogs1 finding
June 28, 2019New York 1024Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
July 15, 2019New York 1024Routine inspection47 dogsNone
September 3, 2019New York 1024Routine inspection59 dogsNone
May 28, 2020New York 1024Routine inspection33 dogs2 findings
July 14, 2020New York 1024Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
July 23, 2020New York 1024Routine inspection32 dogsNone
April 29, 2021New York 1024Routine inspection20 dogs6 findings
May 10, 2021New York 1024Routine inspection20 dogs6 findings
July 12, 2021New York 1024Routine inspection43 dogsNone
June 8, 2022New York 1024Routine inspection44 dogs6 findings
August 31, 2022New York 1024Routine inspection30 dogsNone
June 1, 2023New York 1024Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
June 9, 2023New York 1024Routine inspection36 dogs9 findings
July 13, 2023New York 1024Routine inspection31 dogs6 findings
August 3, 2023New York 1024Routine inspection42 dogs6 findings
August 24, 2023New York 1024Routine inspection50 dogs5 findings
September 11, 2023New York 1024Routine inspection61 dogs12 findings
September 19, 2023New York 1024Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
September 28, 2023New York 1024Routine inspection48 dogsNone
May 22, 2024New York 1024Routine inspection33 dogs5 findings
June 5, 2024New York 1024Routine inspection29 dogsNone
May 21, 2025New York 1024Routine inspection26 dogs5 findings
May 30, 2025New York 1024Routine inspection30 dogsNone
May 21, 2026New York 1024Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
June 18, 2026New York 1024Routine inspection38 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

April 5, 2012 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

21 dogs recorded (7 adults · 14 puppies).

  • Old kennel floors, walls not resistant

    Floor and walls in the old kennel building is not impervious to enable proper disinfecting and the new kennel/dog houses are not completed yet.

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September 17, 2012 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

10 dogs recorded (9 adults · 1 puppy).

  • Dogs kept on grass, no gravel

    Mr. Cortland has built the insulated dogs houses and cement pads to place them on but the fine gravel has not arrived to use as the flooring of the pen that contains the dog houses. The dogs are currently kept on grass which cannot be cleaned and disinfected .

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May 8, 2018 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

35 dogs recorded (24 adults · 11 puppies · 1 other dog).

  • Bare wood spots in enclosure

    Bear wood spots in primary enclosure need painting or sealing to make impervious to liquids

  • Dirty primary enclosure walls

    Walls of primary enclosure are dirty. Primary enclosure not disinfected periodically

  • Vet plan not updated for vaccinations

    Vet plan not updated to reflect change in routine vaccinations administered

  • Two adult dogs adopted without exam (Critical)

    Two adult dogs adopted out without a health exam performed

  • Missing and undated standard forms

    Total of 36 standard forms inspected- One dog adopted out without a standard form being generated, 31 forms had no date for the pet dealer certification or the purchaser certification.

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May 16, 2019 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

45 dogs recorded (32 adults · 13 puppies).

  • Wood surfaces not resistant to water

    Wood surfaces do not allow for proper disinfection as they are not impervious to water

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May 28, 2020 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

33 dogs recorded (22 adults · 11 puppies).

  • Wood surfaces chewed, not resistant

    Wood surfaces do not allow for proper disinfection as they are not impervious to water. Wooden dowels serving as three walls were chewed and not impervious. One wall of the enclosure had siding ripped off the side of the home exposing wooden walls that are not impervious.

  • No exercise log on file

    No exercise log on file.

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April 29, 2021 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

20 dogs recorded (18 adults · 2 puppies).

  • Outdoor primary enclosure not resistant

    Outoor primary inclosure does not have an impervious surface.

  • Sick/injured care plan not outlined

    Sick/Injured care plan is not exactly outlined. Veterinary initials needed for changes.

  • Exercise log missing dates

    Exact dates need to be specified on the exercise log.

  • Current license not with posting materials

    Current license was not with materials to be posted.

  • Five sales lacked medical disclosures

    At least 5 sales do no disclose medical conditions that were listed on the health exams.

  • Registration notice not with posting materials

    Registration notice was not with materials to be posted.

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May 10, 2021 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

20 dogs recorded (18 adults · 2 puppies).

  • Outdoor primary enclosure no resistant surface

    Outdoor primary enclosure does not have an impervious surface.

  • Sick/injured care plan not fully outlined

    Sick/injured care plan is not exectly outlines. Veterinary initials needed for changes.

  • Exercise log missing exact dates

    Exact dates need to be specified on the exercise log.

  • Current license not posted with materials

    Current license was not with materials to be posted.

  • At least five sales omitted disclosures

    At least 5 sales did not disclose medical conditions that were listed on the health exams.

  • Registration notice not posted with materials

    Registration notice was not with materials to be posted.

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June 8, 2022 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

44 dogs recorded (21 adults · 23 puppies · 1 other dog).

  • Grime on walls and enclosures

    Primary enclosure and facility not cleaned thoroughly; dirt and grime present on walls, chair rails, and enclosures in living room and whelping room.

  • Food not covered, no lid

    Food not contained with lid, no lid available.

  • Female Chocolate Labrador rabies vaccine missing (Critical)

    Missing rabies on "Caroline" DOB 1/20/22 Female Chocolate Lab

  • Missing purchaser signature on form

    No signature from purchaser for (1) puppy.

  • Health conditions not disclosed on form

    Did not disclose health conditions for (2) puppy sales on standard form.

  • Female Chocolate Labrador license missing

    Missing license on "Caroline" DOB 1/20/22 Female Chocolate Lab

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June 9, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

36 dogs recorded (23 adults · 13 puppies · 1 other dog).

  • Adult dogs lacking primary enclosure

    (9) Adult dogs lacking a primary enclosure

  • Porch siding with hole, exposed wood

    Outdoor area on porch has impervious surfaces, exposed wood, and hole in housing siding.

  • House with strong odor, moldy floor

    Strong odor present throughout house and whelping rooms; mold present on wood floor in main dog room.

  • Adult females on porch unprotected

    (2) adult female dogs on porch lack protection from elements - no walls or door-flap on igloo in porch area.

  • Waste buildup in birthing room and outdoor areas

    All primary enclosures, housing area, and litter areas must be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis. More thorough cleaning/disinfecting must be done more frequently/as needed. Excessive waste buildup in litter pan area of whelping room and outdoor areas.

  • Porch water receptacle not cleaned regularly

    Water receptacle in porch area must be cleaned regularly to prevent dirt, bacteria, mold, or algae.

  • No veterinarian visit within 12 months

    No visit to premises by veterinarian within 12 months

  • Puppy sale IDs not recorded

    Unique ID for each puppy sold is not recorded on information statement.

  • Renewal application received late

    Renewal application received late.

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July 13, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

31 dogs recorded (24 adults · 7 puppies).

  • Nine adult dogs lack primary enclosures (Critical)

    (9) Adult dogs lacking a primary enclosure

  • Porch exposed wood, siding hole (Critical)

    Outdoor area on porch has impervious surfaces, exposed wood, and hole in housing siding.

  • Strong odor, mold on wood floor (Critical)

    Strong odor present throughout house and whelping rooms; mold present on wood floor in main dog room.

  • Two adult females lack shelter (Critical)

    (2) adult female dogs on porch lack protection from elements - no walls or door-flap on igloo in porch area.

  • Waste buildup in birthing and outdoor areas (Critical)

    All primary enclosures, housing area, and litter areas must be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis. More thorough cleaning/disinfecting must be done more frequently/as needed. Excessive waste buildup in litter pan area of whelping room and outdoor areas.

  • Dogs lacked clean water access (Critical)

    All dogs must have access to clean water every 12 hours minimum.

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August 3, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

42 dogs recorded (24 adults · 18 puppies).

  • Main house too few enclosures (Critical)

    Main house does not have enough primary enclosures for number of dogs.

  • Rusty enclosures in second house (Critical)

    Second house has primary enclosures that are rusty.

  • Primary enclosure areas lack resistant flooring (Critical)

    Both houses lack impervious flooring in primary enclosure areas.

  • Waste buildup in outdoor areas (Critical)

    All primary enclosures, housing area, and litter areas must be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis. More thorough cleaning/disinfecting must be done more frequently/as needed. Excessive waste buildup in outdoor areas.

  • Construction debris pile in primary enclosure

    Construction debris trash pile in center of floor in primary enclosure area.

  • Dogs lacked fresh water access (Critical)

    All dogs must have access to clean water every 12 hours minimum.

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August 24, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

50 dogs recorded (23 adults · 27 puppies).

  • Main house lacks enough enclosures (Critical)

    Main house does not have enough primary enclosures for number of dogs.

  • Second house rusty enclosures (Critical)

    Second house has primary enclosures that are rusty.

  • Primary enclosure floors not resistant (Critical)

    Both houses lack impervious flooring in primary enclosure areas.

  • Waste buildup in outdoor areas (Critical)

    All primary enclosures, housing area, and litter areas must be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis. More thorough cleaning/disinfecting must be done more frequently/as needed. Excessive waste buildup in outdoor areas.

  • Dogs lacked access to clean water (Critical)

    All dogs must have access to clean water every 12 hours minimum.

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September 11, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

61 dogs recorded (23 adults · 38 puppies).

  • Insufficient primary enclosures (Critical)

    Both houses do not have enough primary enclosures for number of dogs.

  • Second house rusty enclosures (Critical)

    Second house has primary enclosures that are rusty.

  • Primary enclosures lack resistant flooring (Critical)

    Both houses lack impervious flooring in primary enclosure areas.

  • Main house resistant surfaces incomplete (Critical)

    Main house dog room under construction, impervious surfaces being installed, but incomplete at time of inspection. Thresholds, baseboards, trim around windows/doors, and multiple doors missing. All surfaces used as primary enclosure must be impervious.

  • Strong odor in office

    Strong odor in office where puppies are kept; odors/fumes that burn eyes or nose indicate poor ventilation.

  • Unsealed wooden birthing boxes (Critical)

    Two whelping boxes constructed of unsealed wood; whelping boxes must be impervious and able to be thoroughly sanitized/disinfected.

  • Primary enclosures not regularly cleaned (Critical)

    All primary enclosures, housing area, and litter areas must be cleaned and disinfected on a regular basis. More thorough cleaning/disinfecting must be done more frequently/as needed.

  • Excessive waste buildup outdoors (Critical)

    Excessive waste buildup in outdoor areas.

  • Trash and feces not contained

    Construction materials/debris, trash, and feces not contained in proper receptacles.

  • No water in main dog area (Critical)

    Water unavailable in main dog area at time of inspection. All dogs must have access to clean water every 12 hours minimum. Observed dogs drinking when water offered.

  • Dog imported without CVI (Critical)

    "Scooby" imported from Nebraska without CVI/health certificate. Animals arriving into NY from out of state must have a CVI or Health Certificate

  • Descriptions incomplete for four sales

    Incomplete descriptions on (4) sales. Complete description includes: color, sex, microchip (if present) and identifying marks (including PD generated forms of ID - such as collar colors or nail colors - No markings is unacceptable)

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May 22, 2024 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

33 dogs recorded (22 adults · 11 puppies).

  • Unsealed wood in primary enclosure and porch

    Exposed unsealed surfaces in both indoor primary enclosure room (wood) and front porch (wood and siding).

  • Uncovered trash can on front porch

    No lid on trash can on front porch used for litter/feces.

  • Water bowl dry in primary enclosure room (Critical)

    Water bowl dry in primary enclosure room.

  • Black and Chocolate Labradors not vet-treated (Critical)

    "Sharon" Female Black Labrador and "Caroline" Female Chocolate Labrador not treated according to veterinary care plan.

  • Chocolate and Black Labs sold without disclosing abnormalities

    Microchip # 4396 Male Chocolate Lab DOB 3/4/24 Microchip # 2150 Female Black Lab DOB 2/15/24 Microchip # 2564 Female Black Lab DOB 2/15/24 Microchip # 2060 Male Black Lab DOB 2/15/24 Microchip # 2274 Male Black Lab DOB 2/15/24 Microchip # 2143 Female Black Lab DOB 2/14/24 Sold without disclosing abnormalities found on veterinary health exam.

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May 21, 2025 — Routine inspection, New York 1024

26 dogs recorded (15 adults · 11 puppies · 2 other dogs).

  • Ventilation not minimizing odors

    Ventilation does not minimize odors.

  • Housing not kept clean (Critical)

    Housing facilities not kept in clean conditions for animals.

  • Labrador (DOB 2/22/25) exam not signed (Critical)

    Health exam incomplete for Microchip 956000018581300 DOB 2/22/25 Black Male Labrador; not signed by duly licensed veterinarian.

  • Labrador (DOB 2/12/25) exam not signed (Critical)

    Health exam incomplete for Microchip 956000018180220 DOB 2/12/25 Black Male Labrador; not signed by duly licensed veterinarian.

  • License renewal received late

    License renewal received late.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 76 problems across 32 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, June 18, 2026, inspectors counted 38 dogs (23 adults · 15 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel raise?

The records name Labrador Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does David Cortland – Hidden Pond Kennel hold?

  • New York licence 1024 — expires 5/10/2026

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