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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel is linked to 10 public inspection reports, carrying 4 inspector findings, from February 2017 to August 2026.
Across 10 inspections between February 2017 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 31 dogs and 65 dogs at Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel. The most recent count was 46 dogs on August 18, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 22, 2017
USDA 35-A-0393
Pre-license inspection #1
31 dogs
None
August 23, 2017
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
49 dogs
None
July 26, 2018
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
57 dogs
None
June 5, 2019
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
42 dogs
None
January 26, 2022
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
51 dogs
1 finding
January 9, 2023
USDA 35-A-0393
Re-license inspection
55 dogs
None
January 10, 2024
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
51 dogs
2 findings
October 29, 2024
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
63 dogs
1 finding
February 11, 2026
USDA 35-A-0393
Re-license inspection
65 dogs
None
August 18, 2026
USDA 35-A-0393
Routine inspection
46 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
January 26, 2022 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0393
51 dogs recorded (32 adults · 19 puppies).
Vet program lacks full exams, parasite sampling
The facility has record of regular attending veterinarian visits and a written program of veterinary care (PVC) that is signed and approved by the attending veterinarian, however the approved PVC does not include a plan for complete physical exams from head to tail of each dog by the attending veterinarian and a plan for sampling of parasites. Yearly physical exams of each dog in the kennel and a plan for sampling of parasites are now required for optimum health of dogs. Ensure that the written PVC addresses physical exams and parasite sampling as approved by the attending veterinarian. Correct by 2/26/2022.
January 10, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0393
51 dogs recorded (36 adults · 15 puppies).
Tag reused on different dogs
In reviewing records, it was found that tag #72 had been used on a breeding dog that was transferred to another facility on 1/8/2024 and then was re-used on another recently acquired dog. Using the same tag number to identify more than one animal can make animal husbandry records confusing and difficult to know which animal the number refers to. No tag number shall be used to identify more than one animal. No number shall be repeated within a 5-year period. ***Correct by 1/11/2024.
Adult dogs missing annual exams
Per the licensee, the last time physical exams for each adult dog done by the Attending Veterinarina (AV) was January 11, 2023 (a year ago). The AV confirmed today on the phone that in December 2023 the licensee had health certificate physical exams done for seven adult dogs, however physical exams for each adult dog in the kennel weren't done. A complete physical examination from head to tail of each dog by the attending veterinarian at least every 12 months is required for each dog on hand to ensure that each dog is healthy. Ensure that the physical exams for each dog on hand are completed at least once every 12 months. ***Correct by March 8, 2024.
October 29, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 35-A-0393
63 dogs recorded (36 adults · 27 puppies).
Concrete-block wall not sealed
The outdoor south-facing wall that dogs can touch is made of concrete-blocks and has not been sealed. Walls and surfaces that dogs can contact must be impervious to moisture to allow routine cleaning and sanitizing. Ensure that this area of the wall is impervious to moisture. ***Correct by 11/29/2024.
Has Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 4 problems across 10 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 18, 2026, inspectors counted 46 dogs (38 adults · 8 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel 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.