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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Ammon Lapp – Shady Hollow Farm is linked to 7 public inspection reports, carrying 4 inspector findings, from August 2023 to February 2026.
Across 7 inspections between August 2023 and February 2026, inspectors recorded between 6 dogs and 18 dogs at Ammon Lapp – Shady Hollow Farm. The most recent count was 11 dogs on February 19, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
August 16, 2023
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
9 dogs
None
November 15, 2023
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
15 dogs
None
June 10, 2024
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
8 dogs
None
December 20, 2024
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
6 dogs
None
June 25, 2025
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
18 dogs
None
December 4, 2025
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
12 dogs
None
February 19, 2026
Pennsylvania 18385
Routine inspection
11 dogs
4 findings
What inspectors wrote
February 19, 2026 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18385
11 dogs recorded (10 adults · 1 puppy).
Cavapoo and Cavalier King Charles matted(Cruelty Referral)
During the inspection, Warden and Veterinarian observed several dogs with moderate to severe matting. Matting was worse on the rear legs, dorsum, face and ears of these dogs. They were “Taylor”, a female, adult, black/gray Cavapoo-type dog, “Tonya”, a female, adult, tri-colored King Charles Cavalier Spaniel-type dog, “Harmony”, a female, adult, tan Cavapoo-type dog, “Poppy”, a female, adult, tri-color King Charles Cavalier-type dog, “Annie”, a female, adult, blue merle Cavapoo-type dog, “Snowball”, a female, adult, white Bichon Frise-type dog, and “Piper”, a female, adult, red, King Charles Cavalier Spaniel-type dog.
Multiple dogs also had moderate to advanced periodontal disease.
Old English Bulldog interdigital cysts(Cruelty Referral)
“Nema”, a female, adult, tri-colored Old English Bulldog-type dog was observed with multiple, closed interdigital cysts in her left, front paw.
Veterinary exams ordered for eight dogs
Veterinary examinations were ordered for 8 dogs under section 402(a) based upon Wardens’ and Veterinarians’ observations of the condition of dogs during the inspection.
Has Ammon Lapp – Shady Hollow Farm been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 4 problems across 7 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Ammon Lapp – Shady Hollow Farm keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, February 19, 2026, inspectors counted 11 dogs (10 adults · 1 puppy). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Ammon Lapp – Shady Hollow Farm raise?
The records name Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Cavapoo, English Bulldog. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Ammon Lapp – Shady Hollow Farm 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.