Michael Raber

Fredericksburg, OH

Horrible HundredCAPS Investigation 🎥> 2 Attempted Inspections

Breeder Snapshot

Michael Raber is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Fredericksburg, Ohio. Pawthenticity has 10 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2022. The most recent was December 11, 2025, with 67 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 11 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
67
USDA Citations
11
USDA License
31-A-0927
USDA License Exp
6/15/2028

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, Michael Raber raises the following breed(s): Boxer, Cavapoo, Havapoo, Poodle, Yorkie.

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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.

  1. 55 total dogs
    ⚠️ Housing
    “Enclosures are not being cleaned properly.”
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “The applicant is not following the vaccination schedule in the written Program of Veterinary CareA written plan, signed by a vet, for the animals' medical care. (PVC).”
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “The licensee does not maintain complete medical records for all adult dogs.”
  2. 66 total dogs
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “The Licensee was unable to provide documentation for examinations performed by the Attending Veterinarian for a female Havapoo (#901001000065728).”
  3. 63 total dogs
    ⚠️ Outdoor Housing
    “Outdoor enclosures contain surfaces that are not imperviousSealed so liquid can't soak in, so the surface can be cleaned. to moisture: •An outdoor enclosure housing 4 Havapoo puppies and 3 Cavapoo puppies has a wood shelter structure that is not impervious to moisture.”
    ⚠️ Enclosures
    “An enclosure housing 4 Havapoo puppies and 3 Cavapoo puppies had sharp points.”
  4. 67 total dogs
    ⚠️ Watering
    “Four adult Boxers (#5500, #3332, #7015, #4796) in an outdoor enclosure did not have access to potableSafe to drink. water.”

Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.

Records last reviewed June 2026.

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.

2026: Frozen water; Barbed wire exposure; Noncompliance at inspections

Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.

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CAPS Investigation 🎥

The Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS) is a nonprofit that investigates commercial dog breeders and the pet stores that sell their puppies, then publishes the findings publicly.

CAPS conducts thorough investigations that require significant time, expertise, and resources. Please consider making a donation to help ensure this important work can continue.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Michael Raber a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Michael Raber is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 31-A-0927. The license expiration date on file is 6/15/2028. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Michael Raber have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 67 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Michael Raber have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 11 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Michael Raber located?
Michael Raber's facility is registered in Fredericksburg, OH according to USDA records.
Has Michael Raber held more than one USDA license?
Michael Raber's current USDA license is 31-A-0927. 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 Michael Raber'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.

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