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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Richard Hoffman – Hoffmans Kennel is linked to 16 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from January 2015 to September 2025.
Across 12 inspections between April 2015 and September 2025, inspectors recorded between 17 dogs and 101 dogs at Richard Hoffman – Hoffmans Kennel. The most recent count was 32 dogs on September 25, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
January 27, 2015
USDA 43-A-3783
Attempted inspection
No access
None
April 21, 2015
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
101 dogs
2 findings
February 11, 2016
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
58 dogs
1 finding
April 26, 2016
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
64 dogs
None
August 1, 2016
USDA 43-A-3783
Attempted inspection
No access
None
September 27, 2016
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
53 dogs
None
November 2, 2017
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
44 dogs
None
December 4, 2018
USDA 43-A-3783
Attempted inspection
No access
None
March 5, 2019
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
24 dogs
None
November 9, 2020
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
23 dogs
None
January 3, 2022
USDA 43-A-3783
Attempted inspection
No access
None
January 19, 2022
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
20 dogs
None
November 1, 2022
USDA 43-A-3783
Re-license inspection
17 dogs
None
July 24, 2023
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
24 dogs
None
May 7, 2025
USDA 43-A-3783
Routine inspection
27 dogs
None
September 25, 2025
USDA 43-A-3783
Re-license inspection
32 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
April 21, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-3783
101 dogs recorded (98 adults · 3 puppies).
Female Maltese matted with feces
A female Maltese (#098*333*071) had fecal material and bedding debris matted in the fur under her tail and rear legs. According to the licensee, this condition was due to changing the food a couple of days ago. Matted fecal material can be uncomfortable and can increase the risk of skin sores. The licensee must ensure this dog's fur under the tail is cleaned and groomed from the matted fecal material. The licensee must establish an appropriate grooming schedule for all dogs. The licensee must ensure that all animals receive adequate veterinary care at all times. TO BE CORRECTED BY: April 22, 2015.
Water receptacles with dark green algae
There were at least 5 water receptacles, including stainless steel and rubber receptacles, which had an accumulation of a dark green algae-like growth on the inside surfaces. Water receptacles which are not properly cleaned or sanitized can harbor disease-causing organisms. The licensee must ensure that all water receptacles are sanitized at least once every 2 weeks and more often if necessary to prevent an accumulation of dirt, debris, food waste and other disease hazards. TO BE CORRECTED BY: April 28, 2015.
February 11, 2016 — Routine inspection, USDA 43-A-3783
58 dogs recorded (51 adults · 7 puppies).
Female French Bulldog overgrown, curled nails(Repeat)
A female fawn French Bulldog (#067*097*782) had overgrown toenails. Some of the nails on both rear paws, especially on the outside digits, had grown so long that they had curled around and were touching or approaching the pads of the feet. Overgrown nails can cause changes in gait and stance and increase the risk of discomfort. The licensee must develop and establish an effective nail trimming schedule as part of the overall program of veterinary care for the animals in the facility. The licensee must ensure that all animals receive adequate veterinary care at all times. The licensee trimmed this dog's toenails at the time of inspection. *Note - the female Maltese (#098*333*071) included under 2.40 (b)(2) on the report for the April 21, 2015 inspection was no longer at the facility.
Has Richard Hoffman – Hoffmans Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 16 visits, 1 of them a repeat of an earlier one. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Richard Hoffman – Hoffmans Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 25, 2025, inspectors counted 32 dogs (24 adults · 8 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Richard Hoffman – Hoffmans Kennel raise?
The records name French Bulldog, Maltese. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Richard Hoffman – Hoffmans 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.