Breeder Database / Wisconsin
Updated March 9, 2026

Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle

Dalton, Wisconsin

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle is linked to 14 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Maltipoo, Shih Tzu, Yorkipoo
Latest inspectionMarch 9, 2026
Latest Dog Count19295 adults · 97 puppies
USDA licenses — 2 on file35-A-0528, 35-A-0355
Wisconsin 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

Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from July 2014 to March 2026.

Across 13 inspections between July 2014 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 1 dog and 220 dogs at Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle. The most recent count was 192 dogs on March 9, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
July 2, 2014USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection214 dogs2 findings
July 14, 2014USDA 35-A-0355Focused inspection1 dogNone
February 20, 2015USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection220 dogs1 finding
January 14, 2016USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection218 dogsNone
November 15, 2016USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection155 dogsNone
October 31, 2017USDA 35-A-0355Attempted inspectionNo accessNone
January 4, 2018USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection149 dogsNone
March 25, 2019USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection98 dogsNone
July 28, 2020USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection113 dogsNone
March 28, 2022USDA 35-A-0355Routine inspection153 dogsNone
July 18, 2023USDA 35-A-0528Pre-license inspection103 dogsNone
January 23, 2025USDA 35-A-0528Routine inspection149 dogsNone
February 9, 2026USDA 35-A-0528Routine inspection170 dogsNone
March 9, 2026USDA 35-A-0528Re-license inspection192 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

July 2, 2014 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0355

214 dogs recorded (151 adults · 63 puppies).

  • Male Shih Tzu cloudy white eye

    A male schih tzu (tag 011) has an eye (right side) that is white on the outside and is not clear like a normally healthy eye. This is reported to have been like this for about a year and owner reports that the attending veterinarian has not seen it.

  • Medications labeled for other species

    Various medications in the storage cabinet reportedly used for dogs are labeled for other species other than dogs. There are no written instructions from the attending veterinarian on these medications for dosage (how much), route (oral, injection type, etc), frequency (how often), and what the medication is for.

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February 20, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0355

220 dogs recorded (157 adults · 63 puppies).

  • Three puppies sold under 8 weeks

    Records indicate that on 1-16-2015 three puppies less than 8 weeks old were sold to a pet store. They were 52 days old instead of the required minimum of 56 days old. Transporting puppies under 8 weeks of age may increase their risks of health problems. Puppies from a USDA licensed facility must be at least 8 weeks old and weaned prior to being sold or transported in commerce. Correct from this day forward.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 14 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, March 9, 2026, inspectors counted 192 dogs (95 adults · 97 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle raise?

The records name Maltipoo, Shih Tzu, Yorkipoo. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle hold?

  • USDA licence 35-A-0528 — expires 7/24/2029
  • USDA licence 35-A-0355 — Cancelled 7/24/2023

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