Breeder Database / Illinois
Updated July 7, 2026

Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines

Arthur, Illinois

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines is linked to 13 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Alaskan Klee Kai, Bernedoodle, Bernese Mountain Dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever
Latest inspectionJuly 7, 2026
Latest Dog Count2313 adults · 10 puppies
USDA license33-A-0543
Exp. 4/1/2028
Illinois license
Inspections on file13 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines is linked to 13 public inspection reports, carrying 1 inspector finding, from March 2014 to July 2026.

Across 13 inspections between March 2014 and July 2026, inspectors recorded between 18 dogs and 42 dogs at Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines. The most recent count was 23 dogs on July 7, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
March 17, 2014USDA 33-A-0543Pre-license inspection #123 dogsNone
September 4, 2014USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection20 dogs1 finding
January 22, 2016USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection32 dogsNone
August 22, 2017USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection29 dogsNone
August 1, 2018USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection36 dogsNone
July 23, 2019USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection41 dogsNone
March 24, 2021USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection24 dogsNone
November 23, 2021USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection38 dogsNone
March 23, 2022USDA 33-A-0543Re-license inspection42 dogsNone
April 4, 2024USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection19 dogsNone
March 5, 2025USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection18 dogsNone
March 5, 2025USDA 33-A-0543Re-license inspection18 dogsNone
July 7, 2026USDA 33-A-0543Routine inspection23 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

September 4, 2014 — Routine inspection, USDA 33-A-0543

20 dogs recorded (15 adults · 5 puppies).

  • German Shepherd litter no identification

    A litter of 5 German Shepherd puppies, less than 16 weeks of age, did not have any identification. Weaned litters of puppies bred at the facility need to be properly identified (by a cage card when maintained as a litter, an official tag, a distinctive and legible tattoo, or an acceptable plastic-type collar). Proper identification is essential when needing to track an animal throughout its life. Correct by: September 10, 2014

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 1 problem across 13 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, July 7, 2026, inspectors counted 23 dogs (13 adults · 10 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines raise?

The records name Alaskan Klee Kai, Bernedoodle, Bernese Mountain Dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines hold?

  • USDA licence 33-A-0543 — expires 4/1/2028

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