27 total dogs
No findings
Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel
USDA WarningCritical Violation(s)Horrible Hundred
Soldiers Grove, WI
Breeder Snapshot
Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Soldiers Grove, Wisconsin. Pawthenticity has 13 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2017. The most recent was April 3, 2025, with 74 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 7 citations, including 1 critical violation. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 74
- USDA Citations
- 7
- USDA License
- 35-A-0410
- USDA License Exp
- 12/20/2027
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel raises the following breed(s): Pug.
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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23 total dogsNo findings
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Apr 201960 total dogsNo findings
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60 total dogsNo findings
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57 total dogsNo findings
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5 CITATIONS105 total dogsCriticalPug puppy injured, vet not contacted, puppy died
“A pug puppy about 4 months ago was reportedly injured by the dam. The licensee didn't contact the attending veterinarian and the treatment method used by the kennel resulted in its death.”
Missing acquisition records“An approximately 16 wk old male pug ... did not have acquisition information on APHIS 7005 ... or a kennel card available that had the required information.”
Sharp exposed tin on gate“The housing area for the 5 large breed dogs has edges of tin exposed on a gate where they were seen able to stick their nose and paws through. This area of tin was rough/sharp to the touch ...”
Bedding stored outside uncoveredBedding stored in dog area“A partial pallet of bedding in sealed plastic bags is stored outside without any cover on it. Unopened bedding bags are also stored on a shelf inside the same space as the dogs' sheltered housing.”
Vaccines not up to dateUnclear vaccine scheduleMissing parasite sampling plan“-The last record of adult vaccinations completed for parvo and distemper was 7-15-2020 and the written Program of Veterinary CareA written plan, signed by a vet, for the animals' medical care. (PVC ) requires dogs to be vaccinated annually for parvo and distemper. ... -The written schedule of vaccinations for adults and puppies is not clear and does not match the vaccine schedule being used for puppies ... -A method of sampling adult dogs for blood parasites/heartworm and intestinal parasites is not described in the PVC.”
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101 total dogsNo findings
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USDA actionOfficial warningUSDA issued an official warning citing inadequate veterinary care, based on a December 2021 inspection.
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1 CITATION110 total dogsExposed sharp metal points
“In the area for the large breed dogs, a piece of wall metal has come loose ... nail/screw points are exposed ... Also, in the sheltered building a divider panel has been pushed away ... exposing the metal corners that the adult toy breed dogs could contact.”
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84 total dogsNo findings
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52 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION68 total dogsAnnual physical exams overdue
“Part of the adult dogs (17) had their physical exams done by the attending veterinarian (AV) in February 2024; however the remainder of the adult dogs are overdue for their annual physical exam.”
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65 total dogsNo findings
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74 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):
2022: Pug puppy death linked to delayed care; inadequate and outdated vaccination program; unsafe housing with sharp exposed metal edges.
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 Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 35-A-0410. The license expiration date on file is 12/20/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 74 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 7 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel located?
Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel's facility is registered in Soldiers Grove, WI according to USDA records.
Has Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline Kennel's current USDA license is 35-A-0410. 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 Joseph Hochstetler — Sideline 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.
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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.
