Breeder Database / Iowa
Updated January 7, 2026

Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel

Unionville, Iowa

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel is linked to 14 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Bulldog, Mastiff
Latest inspectionJanuary 7, 2026
Latest Dog Count2819 adults · 9 puppies
USDA license42-A-1085
Exp. 12/1/2028
Iowa license
Inspections on file14 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from June 2014 to January 2026.

Across 13 inspections between June 2014 and January 2026, inspectors recorded between 27 dogs and 95 dogs at Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel. The most recent count was 28 dogs on January 7, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
June 19, 2014USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection92 dogsNone
September 28, 2015USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection69 dogs1 finding
December 6, 2016USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection81 dogs1 finding
January 9, 2018USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection95 dogsNone
May 15, 2018USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection81 dogsNone
June 25, 2019USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection88 dogsNone
April 19, 2022USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection59 dogsNone
October 6, 2022USDA 42-A-1085Re-license inspection67 dogsNone
September 26, 2023USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection41 dogsNone
July 2, 2024USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection68 dogsNone
March 12, 2025USDA 42-A-1085Attempted inspectionNo accessNone
April 8, 2025USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection28 dogsNone
November 20, 2025USDA 42-A-1085Re-license inspection27 dogsNone
January 7, 2026USDA 42-A-1085Routine inspection28 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

September 28, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1085

69 dogs recorded (62 adults · 7 puppies).

  • Old bedding inside shelters

    Outdoor enclosures housing dogs had old bedding inside the shelters. The licensee stated that the bedding was from last winter. Outdoor housing areas using material such as absorbent bedding must be sanitized by removing the contaminated material to prevent odors, diseases, and pests. To be corrected by November 23, 2015.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

December 6, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1085

81 dogs recorded (61 adults · 20 puppies).

  • Feces piled on outdoor cement pad

    An excess accumulation of fecal material was seen on the outdoor cement pad of sheltered housing for at least 9 enclosures housing 11 dogs. Owner states that he normally removes fecal material every other day. Excessive build up of waste is unsanitary and can lead to health problems in the dogs and pest problems. Correction should include daily spot cleaning of fecal material from surfaces that the dogs come in contact with and sanitizing when necessary to prevent build up of fecal matter. Spot cleaning to be corrected by 6 pm, 12/7/2016.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 14 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, January 7, 2026, inspectors counted 28 dogs (19 adults · 9 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel raise?

The records name Bulldog, Mastiff. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Mike & Sharon West – Hillside Kennel hold?

  • USDA licence 42-A-1085 — expires 12/1/2028

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