Breeder Database / Iowa
Updated June 20, 2025

Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies

Hazleton, Iowa

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

Norman Hershberger – Hilltop Puppies is linked to 8 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionJune 20, 2025
Latest Dog Count3121 adults · 10 puppies
USDA licenses — 2 on file42-A-1736, 42-A-1681
Iowa license
Inspections on file8 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

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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
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
March 10, 2022USDA 42-A-1681Pre-license inspection43 dogsNone
June 7, 2022USDA 42-A-1681Routine inspection26 dogsNone
April 13, 2023USDA 42-A-1681Routine inspection40 dogs3 findings
May 15, 2023USDA 42-A-1681Routine inspection41 dogsNone
February 28, 2024USDA 42-A-1681Routine inspection42 dogsNone
December 18, 2024USDA 42-A-1681Routine inspection28 dogsNone
March 19, 2025USDA 42-A-1736Pre-license inspection22 dogsNone
June 20, 2025USDA 42-A-1736Routine inspection31 dogsNone

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.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

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?

  • USDA licence 42-A-1736 — expires 3/31/2028
  • USDA licence 42-A-1681 — Cancelled 3/18/2025

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