Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies is linked to 8 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionJune 20, 2025Latest Dog Count3121 adults · 10 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file42-A-1736, 42-A-1681Iowa licenseInspections on file8 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from March 2022 to June 2025.
Across 8 inspections between March 2022 and June 2025, inspectors recorded between 22 dogs and 43 dogs at Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies. The most recent count was 31 dogs on June 20, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
March 10, 2022
USDA 42-A-1681
Pre-license inspection
43 dogs
None
June 7, 2022
USDA 42-A-1681
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
April 13, 2023
USDA 42-A-1681
Routine inspection
40 dogs
3 findings
May 15, 2023
USDA 42-A-1681
Routine inspection
41 dogs
None
February 28, 2024
USDA 42-A-1681
Routine inspection
42 dogs
None
December 18, 2024
USDA 42-A-1681
Routine inspection
28 dogs
None
March 19, 2025
USDA 42-A-1736
Pre-license inspection
22 dogs
None
June 20, 2025
USDA 42-A-1736
Routine inspection
31 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
April 13, 2023 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1681
40 dogs recorded (23 adults · 17 puppies).
23 adult dogs missing vaccines
At the time of the inspection, the licensee states 23 adult dogs are not up to date on their annual Parvovirus, Distemper, Hepatitis and Bordetella vaccines as instructed on the Program of Veterinary Care.
10% of kennel not sampled for heartworm
The licensee has not had 10% of the kennel sampled for heartworm disease annually as instructed by the Program of Veterinary Care.
Missing medical records for exams, fecals, medications
The licensee is missing medical records for the following: -Veterinary exam findings from the head to tail exams on 15-October-2022 -The identification of the puppies that had fecal tests on 28-February-2023, 10-March-2023 and 16-March-2023 -The date of administration of Toltrazuril and Metronidazole given to the above mentioned puppies that had fecal exams The lack of medical records makes it difficult to determine if the animals are receiving the preventative head to tail exams and appropriate treatment for medical conditions. This information is needed for APHIS inspectors to ensure the medical care is being provided by the licensee. The licensee must maintain complete and maintain updated medical records including the identity of the animal, including identifying marks, tattoos, or tags on the animal and the animal’s breed, sex, and age; Provided, however, that routine husbandry, such as vaccinations, preventive medical procedures, or treatments, performed on all animals in a group (or herd), may be kept on a single record. To be corrected by: 19-April-2023.
Has Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 20, 2025, inspectors counted 31 dogs (21 adults · 10 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies 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.