72 total dogs
No findings
Gerald & Dorothy Nolt
Thorp, WI
Breeder Snapshot
Gerald & Dorothy Nolt is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Thorp, Wisconsin. Pawthenticity has 12 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2015. The most recent was May 7, 2025, with 196 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 3 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 196
- USDA Citations
- 3
- USDA License
- 35-A-0369
- USDA License Exp
- 4/14/2028
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Gerald & Dorothy Nolt raises the following breed(s): Poodle, Shiba Inu.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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.
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104 total dogs⚠️ Veterinary Care
“Two dogs had injuries that had not been noted at the time of inspection.”
⚠️ Group Housing“During the inspection two Shiba Inu's were growling at each other, showing teeth at one another, barking in each other's faces, and snapping their jaws at each other.”
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99 total dogsNo findings
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116 total dogsNo findings
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152 total dogsNo findings
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160 total dogsNo findings
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129 total dogsNo findings
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Focused
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132 total dogsNo findings
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159 total dogsNo findings
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183 total dogsNo findings
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196 total dogs⚠️ Enclosures
“Five golden doodle puppies were in an enclosure that measured 44.5'' X 40.5" for a total of 1,802.25 square inches of space.”
Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.
Records last reviewed June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gerald & Dorothy Nolt a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Gerald & Dorothy Nolt is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 35-A-0369. The license expiration date on file is 4/14/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Gerald & Dorothy Nolt have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 196 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Gerald & Dorothy Nolt have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 3 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Gerald & Dorothy Nolt located?
Gerald & Dorothy Nolt's facility is registered in Thorp, WI according to USDA records.
Has Gerald & Dorothy Nolt held more than one USDA license?
Gerald & Dorothy Nolt's current USDA license is 35-A-0369. 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 Gerald & Dorothy Nolt'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.
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.
