Perry J Bontrager – Cedar Hill Kennle is linked to 14 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Maltipoo, Shih Tzu, Yorkipoo
Latest inspectionMarch 9, 2026Latest Dog Count19295 adults · 97 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file35-A-0528, 35-A-0355Wisconsin licenseInspections on file14 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
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
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
July 2, 2014
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
214 dogs
2 findings
July 14, 2014
USDA 35-A-0355
Focused inspection
1 dog
None
February 20, 2015
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
220 dogs
1 finding
January 14, 2016
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
218 dogs
None
November 15, 2016
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
155 dogs
None
October 31, 2017
USDA 35-A-0355
Attempted inspection
No access
None
January 4, 2018
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
149 dogs
None
March 25, 2019
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
98 dogs
None
July 28, 2020
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
113 dogs
None
March 28, 2022
USDA 35-A-0355
Routine inspection
153 dogs
None
July 18, 2023
USDA 35-A-0528
Pre-license inspection
103 dogs
None
January 23, 2025
USDA 35-A-0528
Routine inspection
149 dogs
None
February 9, 2026
USDA 35-A-0528
Routine inspection
170 dogs
None
March 9, 2026
USDA 35-A-0528
Re-license inspection
192 dogs
None
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.
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.
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?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.