David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel is linked to 12 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel, Japanese Chin, Shih Tzu
Latest inspectionMay 13, 2026Latest Dog Count8565 adults · 20 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file35-A-0398, 35-A-0436Wisconsin licenseInspections on file12 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel is linked to 12 public inspection reports, carrying 5 inspector findings, from May 2017 to May 2026.
Across 11 inspections between May 2017 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 85 dogs and 189 dogs at David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel. The most recent count was 85 dogs on May 13, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
May 23, 2017
USDA 35-A-0398
Pre-license inspection #1
177 dogs
None
December 14, 2017
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
189 dogs
2 findings
December 12, 2018
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
141 dogs
None
April 16, 2019
USDA 35-A-0436
Pre-license inspection #1
138 dogs
None
July 2, 2019
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
107 dogs
None
December 19, 2019
USDA 35-A-0436
Routine inspection
142 dogs
2 findings
June 5, 2020
USDA 35-A-0436
Focused inspection
Not recorded
None
January 5, 2023
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
165 dogs
None
May 28, 2024
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
128 dogs
1 finding
June 20, 2024
USDA 35-A-0398
Re-license inspection
143 dogs
None
March 26, 2025
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
117 dogs
None
May 13, 2026
USDA 35-A-0398
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
December 14, 2017 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0398
189 dogs recorded (104 adults · 85 puppies).
White Cockashon limping left front leg
A white female Cockashon (#45) at the home location was limping on its left front leg. The licensee observed the dog's condition two days ago, but has not yet contacted the Attending Veterinarian.
Teddy with scabbed abdomen
A white and brown female Teddy (#74) at site #13150 had what appeared to be some kind of rash on its underside. The abdomen had red spots with some of the spots being scabbed over. The licensee contacted the Attending Veterinarian two weeks ago. The Attending Veterinarian diagnosed the dog with hot spots and advised the licensee to wrap the area where the hot spots were to prevent the dog from licking at it. The licensee did not wrap the area and mentioned that the abdomen is worse now than it was a couple of weeks ago.
The licensee has not sampled his dogs for heartworm in the past year. Not sampling the dogs for heartworm in accordance with a scheduled approved by the Attending Veterinarian doesn't ensure the population of dogs is being adequately monitored and protected from heartworm disease. The licensee must sample the population of dogs for heartworm in accordance with a schedule approved by his Attending Veterinarian. Correct by 6/28/24.
Has David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 5 problems across 12 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 13, 2026, inspectors counted 85 dogs (65 adults · 20 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel raise?
The records name Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel, Japanese Chin, Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel 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.