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Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel
Horrible Hundred> 2 Attempted Inspections
Freeburg, MO
Breeder Snapshot
Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Freeburg, Missouri. Pawthenticity has 16 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2015. The most recent was September 25, 2025, with 32 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 6 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 32
- USDA Citations
- 6
- USDA License
- 43-A-3783
- USDA License Exp
- 1/22/2029
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel raises the following breed(s): French Bulldog, Maltese.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
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2 CITATIONS101 total dogsMaltese matted feces in fur
“A female Maltese ... had fecal material and bedding debris matted in the fur under her tail and rear legs.”
Algae-like growth in water bowls“There were at least 5 water receptacles ... which had an accumulation of a dark green algae-like growth on the inside surfaces.”
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1 CITATION58 total dogsRepeatFrench Bulldog overgrown nails
“A female fawn French Bulldog ( ... ) had overgrown toenails. Some of the nails on both rear paws ... had grown so long that they had curled around and were touching or approaching the pads of the feet.”
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64 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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53 total dogsNo findings
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44 total dogsNo findings
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24 total dogsNo findings
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23 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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20 total dogsNo findings
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17 total dogsNo findings
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24 total dogsNo findings
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27 total dogsNo findings
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32 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):
2014: Feces accumulation, frigid temperature exposure, veterinary care neglect, lesions, hair loss, infection signs, repeated inspection violations.
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
The Humane Society's Horrible Hundred report is the result of extensive research and investigation. Please consider supporting the Humane Society's efforts with a donation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 43-A-3783. The license expiration date on file is 1/22/2029. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 32 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 6 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel located?
Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel's facility is registered in Freeburg, MO according to USDA records.
Has Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel's current USDA license is 43-A-3783. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Richard Hoffman — Hoffman's Kennel's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
Concerned about an animal's welfare? You can file a complaint with the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), an independent nonprofit that investigates conditions at breeders and pet shops. File a complaint with CAPS.
Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
