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All surfaces must be maintained on a regular basis and those surfaces that cannot be cleaned and sanitized must be repaired or replaced when worn or soiled. Correction date: August 3, 2015"}],"si":1},{"d":"2016-04-14","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"42-A-0903","t":"Routine inspection","n":152,"b":"111 adults · 41 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/42-A-0903/4-14-2016.pdf","f":[{"h":"Rusty metal watering receptacles","tags":[],"q":"In the Hoop Building there are nine metal watering receptacles located between animal enclosures that are not being used. The metal surface of these watering receptacles were excessively rusty with flaking in areas. These surfaces cannot be readily cleaned and sanitized. This can increase the disease potential for the 40 adult dogs housed in the enclosures. All metal surfaces (metal watering receptacles) must be free of excessive rust or removed. This will allow for proper cleaning and sanitization and preserve the structural strength of the surface. 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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Pam Habbinga – Habbinga Kennels is linked to 13 public inspection reports, carrying 5 inspector findings, from April 2014 to May 2026.
Across 13 inspections between April 2014 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 137 dogs and 244 dogs at Pam Habbinga – Habbinga Kennels. The most recent count was 202 dogs on May 29, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
April 1, 2014
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
147 dogs
None
March 10, 2015
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
137 dogs
2 findings
March 18, 2015
USDA 42-A-0903
Focused inspection
137 dogs
None
June 2, 2015
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
188 dogs
1 finding
April 14, 2016
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
152 dogs
2 findings
April 27, 2017
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
212 dogs
None
June 28, 2018
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
244 dogs
None
August 8, 2019
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
208 dogs
None
August 5, 2021
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
223 dogs
None
August 8, 2022
USDA 42-A-0903
Re-license inspection
206 dogs
None
February 6, 2024
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
141 dogs
None
August 13, 2025
USDA 42-A-0903
Re-license inspection
166 dogs
None
May 29, 2026
USDA 42-A-0903
Routine inspection
202 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
March 10, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-0903
137 dogs recorded (114 adults · 23 puppies).
Male Golden Retriever limping, swollen paw(Direct)
In the "Golden Shed" there is a male Golden Retriever (Grizzly, unable to obtain microchip number) that is holding his right, front leg up off the ground and walking on three legs. The right, front paw appears to be swollen and the dog was observed placing this paw on the ground but immediately picking it back up. This dog couldn't be caught for the inspector to have a closer look at the paw. Failure of the dog to bear weight on the leg can be a sign of injury and pain. This dog must be evaluated by a licensed veterinarian in order to ensure that an accurate diagnosis is obtained and an appropriate treatment plan is developed and followed. Diagnosis and treatment plan must be documented and available to inspector upon request. Correction date: By 12:00pm on March 13, 2015
Golden Shed enclosures dirty, grimy walls
In the "Golden Shed" all of the enclosures, containing fifteen dogs, have an excessive buildup of dirt and grime on the walls. This accumulation of dirt and grime could pose a health risk towards the dogs. All surfaces in used primary enclosures must be sanitized once every two weeks or more often if necessary to prevent a buildup of dirt, grime and any other disease hazards. Correction date: March 25, 2015
In some of the sheltered housing enclosures, containing at least thirteen dogs, the outdoor flooring is constructed of concrete and this concrete is cracked and broken. Dirt and debris has collected in these cracks. Cracked and broken concrete cannot be readily cleaned and sanitized. All surfaces must be maintained on a regular basis and those surfaces that cannot be cleaned and sanitized must be repaired or replaced when worn or soiled. Correction date: August 3, 2015
April 14, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-0903
152 dogs recorded (111 adults · 41 puppies).
Rusty metal watering receptacles
In the Hoop Building there are nine metal watering receptacles located between animal enclosures that are not being used. The metal surface of these watering receptacles were excessively rusty with flaking in areas. These surfaces cannot be readily cleaned and sanitized. This can increase the disease potential for the 40 adult dogs housed in the enclosures. All metal surfaces (metal watering receptacles) must be free of excessive rust or removed. This will allow for proper cleaning and sanitization and preserve the structural strength of the surface. As a result this will allow for adequate cleaning and sanitization. Thus, decreasing the disease potential for the dogs. To be corrected by, 28-May-2016.
Chewed plastic dog houses
In the Hoop Building there were six plastic dog houses. The area around the doorways of these houses was excessively chewed and scratched. There was brown to grey debris in the chewed areas. These surfaces are not in good repair and prevent required cleaning and sanitization. This can increase the disease potential for the 20 adult dogs. All surfaces or plastic surfaces must be kept in good repair. This will allow for the required cleaning and sanitization of the surfaces. Therefore, decreasing the disease hazards to the animals. To be corrected by, 28-May-2016.
Has Pam Habbinga – Habbinga Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 5 problems across 13 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Pam Habbinga – Habbinga Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 29, 2026, inspectors counted 202 dogs (137 adults · 65 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Pam Habbinga – Habbinga Kennels raise?
The records name Golden Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Pam Habbinga – Habbinga Kennels 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.