Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC

Tuscola, IL

Multiple Licenses at AddressLLC Info Available

Breeder Snapshot

Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Tuscola, Illinois. Pawthenticity has 4 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2023. The most recent was March 3, 2026, with 32 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors documented no 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
0
USDA License
33-A-0627
USDA License Exp
11/28/2026

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC raises the following breed(s): Bichon Frise, Mini Poodle, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle, Shih Tzu, Yorkie, Zuchon (Teddy Bear).

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, 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.

Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC — USDA License 33-A-0627
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 33-A-0564 (Raymond Hostetler) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.
  1. 43 total dogs
    ⚠️ Housing
    “There were two containers of bedding for dogs that were lidded yet not leakproof.”
    ⚠️ Housing
    “There was a trash container in the housing facility that did not have a lid on it.”
  2. 62 total dogs
    ⚠️ Veterinary Care
    “There are five dogs ('Candy', F, Wht Poodle; 'Trisha', F Blk/tan Yorkie; 'Cindy', F, Blk/gry Poodle; 'Bella', F, wht/gry Poodle; 'Sandy', F, bro/wht Shitzu) that have multiple mats on their bellies, feet, back of the thighs and face arou…”

Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.

Records last reviewed May 2026.

LLC Details

  • Name: River Bend Puppies LLC
  • Formed: October 5, 2023, in Illinois
  • Status: Goodstanding
  • Agent: RAYMOND E HOSTETLER
  • Member: Raymond Hostetler
  • LLC address matches the kennel's USDA address ✅
  • Source: OpenCorporates →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 33-A-0627. The license expiration date on file is 11/28/2026. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC 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 Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 0 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC located?
Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC's facility is registered in Tuscola, IL according to USDA records.
Has Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC held more than one USDA license?
Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC's current USDA license is 33-A-0627. 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 Raymond Hostetler — River Bend Puppies LLC'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.

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.

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