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Shiba Inu breeder in Dundee, NY. 60 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 6 problems across 15 reports. Every report is free to read.
Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels
Dundee, New York
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Shiba Inu
Exp. 6/3/2028
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels is linked to 15 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from April 2014 to November 2025.
Across 14 inspections between April 2014 and November 2025, inspectors recorded between 21 dogs and 98 dogs at Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels. The most recent count was 60 dogs on November 19, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2014 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 21 dogs | None |
| December 19, 2014 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| January 20, 2015 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 30 dogs | 2 findings |
| December 7, 2015 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 35 dogs | 4 findings |
| February 7, 2017 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 62 dogs | None |
| January 30, 2018 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 88 dogs | None |
| February 5, 2019 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 97 dogs | None |
| December 10, 2019 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 61 dogs | None |
| May 10, 2021 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 83 dogs | None |
| May 25, 2022 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Re-license inspection | 98 dogs | None |
| October 4, 2022 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 97 dogs | None |
| October 25, 2023 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 98 dogs | None |
| October 16, 2024 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 89 dogs | None |
| May 28, 2025 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Re-license inspection | 56 dogs | None |
| November 19, 2025 | USDA 21-A-0171 | Routine inspection | 60 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
January 20, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0171
30 dogs recorded (21 adults · 9 puppies).
- Expired medication in fridge
The licensee has expired drug Neopar lot # 7143 expired 9/13 and lot # 7135 expired 07/12 in the fridge with vaccines currently in use. Expired drugs should not be used to vaccinate animals or stored in an area where current vaccines are used. This needs to be addressed so that the vaccinations used prevent diseases. Correct Immediately
- Feces on wire-mesh flooring
Several of the pens have feces that are not falling through the wire mesh flooring. These enclosures need to be spot cleaned daily to prevent the dogs from becoming soiled and for their health and well being. Correct by: Sept 21, 2015
December 7, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0171
35 dogs recorded (22 adults · 13 puppies).
- Spaniels with dirty, odorous ears
Two spaniels identified as "Rover" #A01643729 and "Misty" #04902031457 had ears that were dirty with an odor and need to be cleaned.
- Spaniels with heavily matted ears
In addition both these dogs "Rover" #A01643729 and "Misty" #04902031457 have heavily matted ears that need to be groomed.
- Two females fighting through mesh
The outside runs are divided by wire mesh sides where the dogs have view of each other. Two female Sheba's housed next to each other are very aggressive towards each other and are fighting and running at each other along the mesh. The licensee states that have done this for a while. These dogs should not be housed directly next to each other because this constant fighting can cause additional stress on the dogs. Correct by: Dec 11, 2015
- Feeders with grime under lip
Most of the feeders had a layer of grime and debris underneath the lip of the feeder. These feeders need to be cleaned more frequently to reduce this grime and for the health of the dogs. Correct by: Dec 11, 2015
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 15 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, November 19, 2025, inspectors counted 60 dogs (44 adults · 16 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels raise?
The records name Shiba Inu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Kenneth Zimmerman – Rocky Ridge Kennels hold?
- USDA licence 21-A-0171 — expires 6/3/2028
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