Breeder snapshot
Larry & Yvette Bolz – B & S Kennels is linked to 16 public inspection reports from USDA.
Olpe, Kansas
Larry & Yvette Bolz – B & S Kennels is linked to 16 public inspection reports from USDA.
Inspection Dog Counts
Larry & Yvette Bolz – B & S Kennels is linked to 16 public inspection reports, carrying 21 inspector findings, from October 2014 to March 2026.
Across 15 inspections between October 2014 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 139 dogs and 268 dogs at Larry & Yvette Bolz – B & S Kennels. The most recent count was 185 dogs on March 17, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 28, 2014 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 199 dogs | 8 findings |
| May 20, 2015 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 188 dogs | 9 findings |
| August 24, 2015 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 247 dogs | None |
| December 17, 2015 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| March 2, 2016 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 223 dogs | None |
| April 5, 2016 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Focused inspection | 254 dogs | None |
| March 23, 2017 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 213 dogs | None |
| February 13, 2018 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 207 dogs | None |
| June 19, 2019 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 139 dogs | None |
| June 15, 2021 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 145 dogs | None |
| August 15, 2022 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 268 dogs | None |
| February 24, 2023 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Re-license inspection | 199 dogs | None |
| January 30, 2024 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 198 dogs | 4 findings |
| August 28, 2024 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 223 dogs | None |
| July 22, 2025 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Routine inspection | 182 dogs | None |
| March 17, 2026 | USDA 48-A-1582 | Re-license inspection | 185 dogs | None |
199 dogs recorded (125 adults · 74 puppies).
Protruding wires resulting in sharp points were observed in three enclosures. Six dogs are in contact with the affected wires located in outdoor housing.
The top half of one plastic shelter structure is broken and jagged with a sharp edge. Two dogs are in contact with the affected shelter structure located in outdoor housing.
Enclosure fencing was bowing along the bottom creating a two to three inch gap between the fencing and cement flooring. Three dogs are in contact with the affected fencing located in outdoor housing.
The bottom edge of one metal outdoor shelter used by two dogs is heavily rusted and has flaked off and created a jagged, sharp edge along the bottom of the shelter. Jagged edges and sharp points could potentially cause injury to the dogs. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces that come in contact with the dogs be free of jagged, sharp edges. Correct by 11/4/14.
Mixture of water, excreta and urine is collecting next to the cement runs in two different areas. Six dogs are in contact with the affected area located in outdoor housing. Potential disease or health risks exist when water, excreta and urine is not removed in a timely manner. In addition, unsanitary conditions exists when water, excreta and urine continues to collect next to the cement runs. The licensee must provide for the regular and frequent removal of water, other fluids and waste in a manner that minimizes contamination and disease risks. Correct by 11/4/14.
Bird droppings, dust and cobwebs were observed on top of one wood food receptacle. The receptacle used by two dogs are located in outdoor housing. Potential food contamination exists affecting the health and well-being of the dogs. In addition, the surface area cannot be readily cleaned and sanitized. The licensee must ensure that all food receptacles can be properly cleaned and sanitized at all times. Correct by 11/4/14.
The cement runs in two outdoor enclosures have an estimated 1/4 to 1/2 inch cracks in the cement floor. Six dogs are in contact with the affected cement flooring.
Three metal pipe enclosure gates have a mixture of excreta, grime and dried fecal residue on 15 to 20 percent of the metal gate. There are three dogs in contact with the enclosure gates located in outdoor housing.
188 dogs recorded (117 adults · 71 puppies).
The following medication used to treat the dogs at the facility was past the labeled expiration date. The veterinarian recorded label expiration date on one 100 ml bottle of Oxytocin was 12/20/2014. The recorded manufactures expiration date on the same bottle was 06/2014. This medication was intermingled with other products that are currently being used at the facility and is therefore ready for use. … Licensee disposed of bottle during the inspection.
Several fecal piles that were abnormally loose in consistency were present in multiple outdoor enclosures containing 13 adult dogs and at least six weaned puppies. It was estimated that 50 percent of all stools observed in the adult dog enclosures were loose in appearance.
The front feet of one brindle and white adult male Boxer (microchip number 0007529A6E) has multiple areas of hair loss. The licensee stated that the dog had been under treatment for 30 days for hair loss. No vet report was made available during the facility inspection. … The attending veterinarian stated that the dog had been examined at his clinic. The attending veterinarian stated that he wrote in the medical records that the dog was supposed to have a follow up appointment to evaluate the treatment effectiveness. The attending veterinarian stated that the dog was to be brought in any time after May 9, 2015. … The attending veterinarian told them to just watch the dog to see how the treatment worked on the dog. This dog still has lesions and needs to be rechecked by the veterinarian of record.
There was no record of inventory present on "unweaned" puppies born at the facility. No inventory information was attached to five enclosures containing at least 14 "unweaned" puppies. If any puppy born on the premise has been recorded on USDA official 7005 forms, then the enclosure must have the following information attached to it: dealer's USDA license number, the letters USDA and the number identifying each puppy in that litter. If no offspring have been recorded on USDA official 7005 forms, then the following information must be recorded and attached to the enclosure. The dealer's USDA number, the number identifying each puppy, the date of birth of the litter, the dam's ID number, a description of each puppy ( breed, sex, color and any distinctive markings ). The inventory information records must be maintained with all corresponding 7006's for one year. If the licensee chooses to identify the "unweaned" puppies with official USDA identification ( collar, tattoo or microchip ), then no inventory information is required on the enclosure. Complete and accurate records are needed to ensure that every puppy's identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the ability to trace all puppies. The licensee must maintain complete and accurate records of all puppies at all times at their facility. Correct by 6/3/15.
Twelve young dogs (weaned) did not have official identification on them at time of the facility inspection. The twelve young dogs are being housed in outdoor enclosures. The licensed has placed numbers identifying the outdoor enclosures. The licensee has recorded the individual identification numbers on the facility cage cards but the enclosure number that the young dogs are being kept in had not been recorded. Official identification is needed to ensure that each animals identity can be known with certainty and to facilitate the inspection process. The licensee must attach a label to the primary enclosure which shall bear a description of all the animal's being housed in the primary enclosure. The label shall include the number and species of animals, any distinctive physical features, identifying marks, tattoos or tags that are attached to the animal. Correct by 6/3/15.
Visible holes were observed along the bottom edge of two metal enclosure gates from deterioration of these metal surfaces. Four dogs are in contact with the affected areas located in outdoor housing. The licensee had painted over both metal surfaces. Further deterioration can affect the structural strength of the metal surface. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces are kept in good repair at all times.
The bottom edge of one outdoor metal shelter unit is corroded and showing excessive rust. Two dogs were in contact with the affected area located in outdoor housing. Rust can erode and deteriorate all metal surfaces to the point that the metal surfaces can no longer be readily cleaned and sanitized. Excessive rust affects the structural integrity of all metal surfaces. Licensee must ensure that this and all other surfaces are free of rust and of good structural strength. Correct by 6/20/15.
The fiberglass insert located inside one metal shelter unit is chewed exposing a jagged, roughened surface. In addition, the top half of one plastic covered sheltered unit is broken with a sharp edge. Surfaces not maintained on a regular basis cannot be readily cleaned and sanitized. A chewed, roughened surface could harbor disease causing agents which affects the health and well-being of the dogs. The dogs could ingest chewed plastic which could cause potential digestion problems. The licensee must ensure that all surfaces can be readily cleaned and sanitized and be free of jagged edges or surfaces for the safety of the dogs.
There were bird droppings and four bird nests accumulating on the back metal wall and the wood frame boards of the west outdoor shelter housing 20 dogs. Lack of an effective program that controls birds can create unsanitary conditions and lead to potential disease risks. No means to control or eliminate the birds were viewed during the inspection. The licensee must establish an effective program of bird control for the health and well-being of the dogs.
198 dogs recorded (116 adults · 82 puppies).
* The following vaccination was given to one puppy born on 10/21/23 does not match what was listed on the Program of Veterinary Care (PVC). The puppy was given a does of Bordetella (Intra Trac 3) on 11/18/23. The PVC calls for Bordetella to be given at Five to Eight weeks of age as directed by the PVC.
* The following vaccination was given to one puppy born on 10/21/23 does not match what was listed on the Program of Veterinary Care (PVC). … * The PVC also says that Leptospirosis will be given at six weeks and a second vaccination would be given at eight weeks of age. There was no documented prof that Leptospirosis had been given to this puppy as directed by the PVC.
The number or percentage of 116 adult dogs that will be annually tested for Heartworm and Fecal float testing were not recorded under the blood and intestinal parasites sections of the program of veterinary care (PVC).. Heartworm and fecal float testing is done to ensure that there are no active internal parasites. Parasite testing according to the sampling plan outlined by the attending veterinarian in the Program of Veterinary care is important for the health of the animals. Recording the number or percentage of dogs that will be tested has to be listed in the blood parasite section and intestinal parasite sections of the PVC. The licensee must record the sampling of adult dogs that will be tested for heartworm and fecal float. Correct by 3/1/24.
The preventive care section of the program of veterinary care (PVC) is incomplete for 116 dogs. It states "routine care" under the clean and healthy eyes, ears, and skin sections. There is nothing outlined in all three sections what will be done to provide care for the eyes, ears, and skin. Outlining what routine care will be provided is essential to the health and wellbeing of the dog. When the program of vet care is missing information on how the licensee provides for the health and well-being of all dogs on the premise it is not considered to be adequate veterinary care. The program of veterinarian care establishes standards of care for the animals. A completed written program of veterinary care is important for the care of the animals and ensures clear and accurate communication between the facility and the attending veterinarian. The licensee must outline the preventative care and treatment plans to ensure healthy and unmatted hair coats, properly trimmed nails, and clean and healthy eyes, ears, skin, and teeth. Correct by 3/1/24.
Yes. Inspectors recorded 21 problems across 16 visits, 2 of them repeats of earlier ones. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
At the most recent inspection on file, March 17, 2026, inspectors counted 185 dogs (115 adults · 70 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
The records name Basset Hound, Beagle, Boxer, Dachshund, Greyhound, Rat Terrier, Russell Terrier, Siberian Husky. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
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