32 total dogs
No findings
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel
USDA WarningHorrible Hundred> 1 USDA License
Belleville, PA
Breeder Snapshot
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Belleville, Pennsylvania. Pawthenticity has 16 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2014. The most recent was September 3, 2025, with 128 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 4 citations. This breeder has held 2 USDA licenses: 23-A-0425 from 2014 to 2018, and current license 23-B-0242 from 2019 to present. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 128
- USDA Citations
- 4
- USDA License
- 23-B-0242
- USDA License Exp
- 9/19/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel raises the following breed(s): Bichon Frise, Mini Poodle, Poodle, Yorkie.
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.
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel — USDA License 23-A-0425 (previous)
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84 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION47 total dogsBichon tartar, receding gum-line
“One female Bichon with ID tag #69 was noted to have dental tartar with a portion of the gum-line receding on the left upper cheek tooth. ... The Attending Veterinarian (AV) had examined the dog and noted that it had Moderate to Severe Dental Tartar ... but did not mention the receding gum-line and stated that no treatment was needed ...”
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84 total dogsNo findings
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105 total dogsNo findings
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel — USDA License 23-B-0242 (current)
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102 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION158 total dogs6 y/o Yorkie tartar
“A 6 year old ... Yorkshire Terrier ... had a health condition requiring diagnosis and treatment ... There was a moderate build-up of hard brown material on the surface of the canine, cheek, and front teeth especially along the upper part of the teeth near the gum line. ... The licensee had not observed the condition and had not contacted the attending veterinarian.”
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120 total dogsNo findings
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73 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION71 total dogsDirect1 y/o Mini Poodle limping, swollen wrist
“A white female mini-poodle ... was observed to be non-weight bearing lame on the right front leg. The wrist joint was moderately swollen. ... has been limping since then. The licensee has not contacted the attending veterinarian and has not administered any treatments.”
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USDA actionOfficial warningUSDA issued an official warning citing a failure to check on the dogs daily and keep the attending vet informed, based on a March 2024 inspection.
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66 total dogsNo findings
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132 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION83 total dogs5 y/o Yorkie tartar
“A female black and tan Yorkshire Terrier, date of birth 7-2-19, with the ID tag number ... had a health condition requiring diagnosis and treatment ... There was a moderate build-up of hard brown material on the surface of the cheek teeth especially along the upper part of the teeth near the gum line. ... The licensee had not observed the condition and had not contacted the attending veterinarian.”
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107 total dogsNo findings
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128 total dogsNo findings
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):
2019: Lack of rabies certificates; Inadequate space; Poor air quality
2025: Injured miniature poodle; Official warning; Repeat offender
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
The Humane Society's Horrible Hundred report is the result of extensive research and investigation. Please consider supporting the Humane Society's efforts with a donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 23-B-0242. The license expiration date on file is 9/19/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 128 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 4 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel located?
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel's facility is registered in Belleville, PA according to USDA records.
Has Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove Kennel's current USDA license is 23-B-0242. 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 Israel B Byler — Walnut Grove 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.
