Breeder Database / Michigan
Updated August 12, 2026

David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI

Kaleva, Michigan

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI is linked to 11 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionAugust 12, 2026
Latest Dog Count7645 adults · 31 puppies
USDA license34-A-0221
Exp. 3/13/2028
Michigan license
Inspections on file11 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI is linked to 11 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from March 2019 to August 2026.

Across 9 inspections between March 2019 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 54 dogs and 110 dogs at David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI. The most recent count was 76 dogs on August 12, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
March 7, 2019USDA 34-A-0221Pre-license inspection #168 dogsNone
September 4, 2019USDA 34-A-0221Routine inspection92 dogs3 findings
December 16, 2020USDA 34-A-0221Attempted inspectionNo accessNone
April 29, 2021USDA 34-A-0221Routine inspection110 dogsNone
February 2, 2022USDA 34-A-0221Re-license inspection84 dogsNone
June 23, 2022USDA 34-A-0221Routine inspection75 dogsNone
November 28, 2023USDA 34-A-0221Attempted inspectionNo accessNone
January 8, 2024USDA 34-A-0221Routine inspection63 dogsNone
December 19, 2024USDA 34-A-0221Routine inspection54 dogsNone
February 18, 2025USDA 34-A-0221Re-license inspection58 dogsNone
August 12, 2026USDA 34-A-0221Routine inspection76 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

September 4, 2019 — Routine inspection, USDA 34-A-0221

92 dogs recorded (42 adults · 50 puppies).

  • Only 19 of 42 adults tagged

    Only 19 of the 42 adult breeding dogs have a tag, or have been assigned a tag. All live dogs held on the premises, purchased, or otherwise acquired, sold or otherwise disposed of, or removed from the premises for delivery to a research facility or exhibitor or to another dealer, or for sale, through an auction sale or to any person for use as a pet, shall be identified by an official tag. All dogs held on the licensees property must be tagged to allow tracking and tracing of the dogs in case of disease outbreak and to ensure all parties involved in acquisitions and dispositions from the facility have appropriate licenses when necessary. To be corrected by end of business September 6, 2019.

  • Pens 1, 2, 6, 9 cracked panels

    Pens 1, 2, 6 and 9 have walls made of plastic panels. The walls in these pens have cracked and broken leaving areas of disrepair and sharp points. Interior surfaces and any surfaces that come in contact with dogs or cats must: Be free of jagged edges or sharp points that might injure the animals. Repair or replace these panels to prevent injury to the dogs contained in these enclosures. To be corrected by December 6, 2019.

  • Pens 2, 7, 10, 11 without water

    Pens 2, 7, 10 and 11 did not have water in their water receptacles.The dogs drank for 30-60 seconds straight in these enclosures. If potable water is not continually available to the dogs and cats, it must be offered to the dogs and cats as often as necessary to ensure their health and well-being, but not less than twice daily for at least 1 hour each time, unless restricted by the attending veterinarian. Water the dogs daily and as often as necessary to keep the dogs healthy. To be corrected from now on.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 11 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, August 12, 2026, inspectors counted 76 dogs (45 adults · 31 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What licences does David J Hershberger – Kaleva, MI hold?

  • USDA licence 34-A-0221 — expires 3/13/2028

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