Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Arthur, IL (Alaskan Klee Kai +5). 23 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 1 problem across 13 reports. Every report is free to read.
Gary Herschberger – Riverview Canines
Arthur, Illinois
USDA licensedIllinois state records
Breed(s)
Alaskan Klee Kai, Bernedoodle, Bernese Mountain Dog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, German Shepherd, Golden Retriever
Exp. 4/1/2028
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.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2014 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 23 dogs | None |
| September 4, 2014 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 20 dogs | 1 finding |
| January 22, 2016 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 32 dogs | None |
| August 22, 2017 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| August 1, 2018 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
| July 23, 2019 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 41 dogs | None |
| March 24, 2021 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| November 23, 2021 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 38 dogs | None |
| March 23, 2022 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Re-license inspection | 42 dogs | None |
| April 4, 2024 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
| March 5, 2025 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| March 5, 2025 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Re-license inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| July 7, 2026 | USDA 33-A-0543 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
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
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
- Illinois licence 022-138
- Illinois licence 022-147
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