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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Matthew & Sara Kuhns – Hidden Barn Pets is linked to 5 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from November 2022 to May 2026.
Across 5 inspections between November 2022 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 24 dogs at Matthew & Sara Kuhns – Hidden Barn Pets. The most recent count was 24 dogs on May 28, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
November 30, 2022
USDA 32-A-1016
Pre-license inspection
16 dogs
None
April 2, 2024
USDA 32-A-1016
Routine inspection
17 dogs
None
October 28, 2024
USDA 32-A-1016
Routine inspection
24 dogs
1 finding
December 3, 2025
USDA 32-A-1016
Re-license inspection
17 dogs
None
May 28, 2026
USDA 32-A-1016
Routine inspection
24 dogs
1 finding
What inspectors wrote
October 28, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 32-A-1016
24 dogs recorded (12 adults · 12 puppies).
Anti-parasitic records missing
Records of administration of anti-parasitic medications for intestinal parasites were not maintained for adult dogs sold and held by the licensee. The written Program of Veterinary Care, signed and dated 6/28/2023, required that pregnant females receive fenbendazole (Pyrantel or Safeguard) once at the time of whelping. The licensee stated that she has been administering the fenbendazole to her adult dogs at the time of whelping, as described in the Program of Veterinary Care; however, she has not been documenting this activity. Medical records are essential for APHIS inspectors to evaluate the quality of medical care provided by the facility and ensure the animals are protected from disease, injury, and illness. The licensee must keep copies of medical records for dogs and make the records available for APHIS inspection. These records must include routine husbandry procedures (such as vaccinations, preventive medical procedures, and treatments) performed an all animals. To be corrected by the close of business on 11/29/2024.
A bottle of expired Pyrantel (Exp 10/12/2024) was in storage and had been used in regulated animals within the past year. A representative thinks this bottle was purchased new/un-opened within the past year, however the expiration date had not been noticed. The use of expired medications may not be effective or in some cases can make animals sick. Ensure that expired medications are not used in regulated animals. ***Correct from 5/29/2026 forward.
Has Matthew & Sara Kuhns – Hidden Barn Pets been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 5 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Matthew & Sara Kuhns – Hidden Barn Pets keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 28, 2026, inspectors counted 24 dogs (15 adults · 9 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Matthew & Sara Kuhns – Hidden Barn Pets hold?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.