34 total dogs
No findings
Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel
Horrible Hundred
Wolcottville, IN
Breeder Snapshot
Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Wolcottville, Indiana. Pawthenticity has 7 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2022. The most recent was February 11, 2026, with 32 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 9 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 32
- USDA Citations
- 9
- USDA License
- 32-A-0987
- USDA License Exp
- 8/11/2028
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel raises the following breed(s): Dachshund, Poodle.
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.
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2 CITATIONS58 total dogs15 adult dogs missing official ID
“There were fifteen adult dogs on the animal inventory that did not have microchips. There was no other form of official tag attached to these animals. ... All dogs and puppies held at the facility must have a distinctive identification.”
Inadequate outdoor shelterNo cold-weather bedding“One adult male poodle 'Evan' was houses in an outdoor run ... He did not have shelter from the elements. He was not provided with additional bedding and the low temperature last night was 41 °F.”
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2 CITATIONS43 total dogsMissing transfer records
“Four adult dogs were transferred to another facility but there was no APHIS Form 7006 or other record of disposition for the transfer.”
No monthly heartworm prevention“No dogs at the kennel have received heartworm prevention since November 2023. The program of veterinary careA written plan, signed by a vet, for the animals' medical care. states that heartworm prevention should be given monthly and year round.”
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3 CITATIONS47 total dogs12 dogs missing official ID
“At the time of the inspection, there were 12 dogs over 16 weeks of age that did not have official identification.”
Missing USDA license number on puppy records“puppy/cage cards used by the licensee as acquisition records for puppies under 16 weeks of age, born at the facility, did not include the USDA license number of the licensee.”
RepeatVaccines not up to dateNo monthly heartworm prevention“Medical records showed ... that 16 adult breeding age dogs had not received a booster vaccination for Parvovirus, Distemper virus, and Adenovirus in over 12 months. In addition ... none of the adult breeding age dogs had consistently received a monthly dose of ivermectin.”
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42 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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1 CITATION32 total dogsCrates too small
“Two recently purchased dogs were housed in the garage in plastic transportation crates. One Dachshund ... The crate measured 18 inches X 23 inches =414 square inches. The other Dachshund ... The crate measured 22 X 32 inches=704 square inches.”
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):
2026: Noncompliance at inspections; Dogs in cramped crates; Failure to follow vaccination protocols
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 32-A-0987. The license expiration date on file is 8/11/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 32 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 9 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel located?
Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel's facility is registered in Wolcottville, IN according to USDA records.
Has Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel's current USDA license is 32-A-0987. 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 Harley Schmucker — Puppy Time Kennel'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.
