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Shih Tzu breeder in Lake Mills, IA. 346 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 2 problems across 14 reports. Every report is free to read.
Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA
Lake Mills, Iowa
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Shih Tzu
Exp. 6/10/2028
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from September 2014 to July 2026.
Across 14 inspections between September 2014 and July 2026, inspectors recorded between 35 dogs and 590 dogs at Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA. The most recent count was 35 dogs on July 28, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2014 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 544 dogs | None |
| January 27, 2016 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 590 dogs | None |
| March 28, 2017 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 535 dogs | 2 findings |
| May 3, 2017 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 533 dogs | None |
| May 17, 2018 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 493 dogs | None |
| July 16, 2019 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 488 dogs | None |
| July 14, 2021 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 528 dogs | None |
| May 17, 2022 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Re-license inspection | 397 dogs | None |
| November 16, 2022 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 444 dogs | None |
| August 23, 2023 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Focused inspection | 331 dogs | None |
| October 9, 2024 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 344 dogs | None |
| May 1, 2025 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Re-license inspection | 340 dogs | None |
| August 6, 2025 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Routine inspection | 346 dogs | None |
| July 28, 2026 | USDA 42-B-0159 | Focused inspection | 35 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
March 28, 2017 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-B-0159
535 dogs recorded (423 adults · 112 puppies).
- Female Shih Tzu cloudy blue left eye
Female Shih tzu (tag #3074) has an abnormal condition of the eyes. The left eye is a cloudy, blue color and the white of the eye is moderately reddened. The center of the eye has a small indentation outlined with a dark red material. There is a dark, yellowish-green colored discharge matted in the hair outlining the eye.
- Male Shih Tzu cloudy blue left eye
Male Shih tzu (tag #3293) has an abnormal condition of the left eye. The left eye is a cloudy, blue color and the surface of the eye is coated with a yellowish-green discharge. A brown, crusty material is located along the bottom eye lid, the top of the eyelid, and on the surface of the eye. The brown, crusty material is also attached to the hair above and below the eye.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 14 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 28, 2026, inspectors counted 35 dogs (35 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA raise?
The records name Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Heritage Puppies – Lake Mills, IA hold?
- USDA licence 42-B-0159 — expires 6/10/2028
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