Sunset Grove Kennels – Hazelton, IA is linked to 8 public inspection reports from USDA.
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionJuly 15, 2026Latest Dog Count3524 adults · 11 puppiesUSDA licenses — 2 on file42-A-1746, 42-A-1703Iowa licenseInspections on file8 USDA
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Sunset Grove Kennels – Hazelton, IA is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from November 2022 to July 2026.
Across 7 inspections between November 2022 and July 2026, inspectors recorded between 32 dogs and 63 dogs at Sunset Grove Kennels – Hazelton, IA. The most recent count was 35 dogs on July 15, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
November 17, 2022
USDA 42-A-1703
Pre-license inspection
63 dogs
None
February 21, 2023
USDA 42-A-1703
Inspection
No access
None
April 12, 2023
USDA 42-A-1703
Routine inspection
41 dogs
None
January 17, 2024
USDA 42-A-1703
Routine inspection
32 dogs
2 findings
February 28, 2024
USDA 42-A-1703
Routine inspection
48 dogs
None
January 8, 2025
USDA 42-A-1703
Routine inspection
38 dogs
None
April 8, 2026
USDA 42-A-1746
Pre-license inspection
54 dogs
None
July 15, 2026
USDA 42-A-1746
Routine inspection
35 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
January 17, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 42-A-1703
32 dogs recorded (24 adults · 8 puppies).
Vaccines stored too cold
Vaccinations were not stored at the correct temperature per the label. Five types of canine vaccines were stored in a cooler with a temperature of 31.9 degrees Fahrenheit according to the inspector's Kestrel thermometer. All vaccine labels stated to store between 35-46 degrees Fahrenheit. Vaccines not stored at correct temperature do not ensure that they are effective at treating disease or illness and the health of the animals may suffer. Each dealer shall use appropriate methods to prevent, control, diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries. The facility must ensure all vaccinations are stored at the correct temperature per the label. To be corrected by: 24-January-2024
Program of Veterinary Care not followed
The facility has failed to follow the Program of Veterinary approved by the Attending Veterinarian. -10% of the kennel tested for blood parasites (heartworm) annually was not completed in 2023 -Ivermectin to adult dogs were either not written down or not given in August 2023 -Betsy #020 four puppies were to be given 5 days of Safeguard preventative and a Nobivac vaccine on 12-January-2024. This was either not written down or not given to the puppies yet. -Jewel #36 one puppy was to be given a Toltrazuril preventative on 13-January-2024. This was either not written down or not given to the puppy yet. The Program of Veterinary Care states all vaccines and medications are to be given +/- 3 days of due date, which that timeline has surpassed at the time of inspection. Failure to follow the approved Program of Veterinary care's preventative treatments does not ensure the animals are adequately protected from dangerous diseases and illnesses, which may cause pain and unnecessary discomfort. Failure to complete routine sampling for blood parasites may cause the illness to go undetected and untreated, which may cause pain and unnecessary discomfort to the dogs. The facility must follow the approved Program of Veterinary Care and ensure all preventatives and sample testing are completed according to the approved schedule. To be corrected by: 31-January-2024
Has Sunset Grove Kennels – Hazelton, IA been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Sunset Grove Kennels – Hazelton, IA keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 15, 2026, inspectors counted 35 dogs (24 adults · 11 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Sunset Grove Kennels – Hazelton, IA 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.