Breeder Database / Wisconsin
Updated August 18, 2026

Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel

Hillsboro, Wisconsin

USDA licensed

Breeder snapshot

Philip Bontrager – North Star Kennel is linked to 10 public inspection reports from USDA.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionAugust 18, 2026
Latest Dog Count4638 adults · 8 puppies
USDA license35-A-0393
Exp. 3/2/2029
Wisconsin license
Inspections on file10 USDA

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

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
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
February 22, 2017USDA 35-A-0393Pre-license inspection #131 dogsNone
August 23, 2017USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection49 dogsNone
July 26, 2018USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection57 dogsNone
June 5, 2019USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection42 dogsNone
January 26, 2022USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection51 dogs1 finding
January 9, 2023USDA 35-A-0393Re-license inspection55 dogsNone
January 10, 2024USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection51 dogs2 findings
October 29, 2024USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection63 dogs1 finding
February 11, 2026USDA 35-A-0393Re-license inspection65 dogsNone
August 18, 2026USDA 35-A-0393Routine inspection46 dogsNone

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.

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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.

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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.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

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?

  • USDA licence 35-A-0393 — expires 3/2/2029

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