177 total dogs
No findings
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC
Horrible Hundred> 1 USDA License
Augusta, WI
Breeder Snapshot
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Augusta, Wisconsin. Pawthenticity has 8 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2017. The most recent was March 26, 2025, with 117 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 2 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 117
- USDA Citations
- 2
- USDA License
- 35-A-0398
- USDA License Exp
- 6/1/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC raises the following breed(s): Bichon Frise, Cocker Spaniel, Shih Tzu.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC — USDA License 35-A-0398
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1 CITATION189 total dogsCockashon limpingTeddy rash on underside
“A white female Cockashon ... 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. ... A white and brown female Teddy ... 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 did not wrap the area and mentioned that the abdomen is worse now than it was a couple of weeks ago.”
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141 total dogsNo findings
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107 total dogsNo findings
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165 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION128 total dogsHeartworm testing not up to date
“The licensee has not sampled his dogs for heartworm in the past year. ... The licensee must sample the population of dogs for heartworm in accordance with a schedule approved by his Attending Veterinarian.”
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143 total dogsNo findings
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117 total dogsNo findings
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 35-A-0436 (Hillside Kennel LLC) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.
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138 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION142 total dogsVeterinary Care
“Two dogs had veterinary care issues that were not observed prior to inspection.”
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Focused
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):
2018: Sick puppy sold; Parvovirus linked; Limping dog untreated
2020: Injured shih tzu untreated; Prior veterinary issues; Multiple violations
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
The Humane Society's Horrible Hundred report is the result of extensive research and investigation. Please consider supporting the Humane Society's efforts with a donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 35-A-0398. The license expiration date on file is 6/1/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 117 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 2 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC located?
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC's facility is registered in Augusta, WI according to USDA records.
Has David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC held more than one USDA license?
David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC's current USDA license is 35-A-0398. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view David Kurtz – Hillside Kennel LLC's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
Concerned about an animal's welfare? You can file a complaint with the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), an independent nonprofit that investigates conditions at breeders and pet shops. File a complaint with CAPS.
Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
