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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Anna Mae Esh – Sinkhole Valley Kennel is linked to 3 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from July 2025 to October 2025.
Across 3 inspections between July 2025 and October 2025, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 27 dogs at Anna Mae Esh – Sinkhole Valley Kennel. The most recent count was 26 dogs on October 10, 2025.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
July 16, 2025
Pennsylvania 18892
Routine inspection
16 dogs
6 findings
September 18, 2025
Pennsylvania 18892
Routine inspection
27 dogs
None
October 10, 2025
Pennsylvania 18892
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
July 16, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18892
16 dogs recorded (10 adults · 6 puppies).
Wooden enclosures not water resistant
Warden observed primary enclosures for dogs with wooden wall and doors that are not water resistant or chewed and are unable to be sanitized.
Feces buildup under enclosures
Warden observed a buildup of feces underneath the exterior of the primary enclosures where the dogs were being kept.
Runs not sanitized daily
Warden observed that the primary enclosure dog runs were not being sanitized daily, as evidenced by the dirt and debris built up inside.
Floor gaps prevent proper cleaning
Flooring type used inside of kennel not adequate to allow for proper cleaning and sanitation due to spacing between the floorboards and the inability to clean the underflooring below.
Hair, debris buildup in runs
Warden observed the presence of hair and debris buildup in primary enclosures.
Open drain hole with water, insects
A large open drainage hole in the floor of the kennel building with standing water and insects was observed.
Has Anna Mae Esh – Sinkhole Valley Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 3 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Anna Mae Esh – Sinkhole Valley Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, October 10, 2025, inspectors counted 26 dogs (13 adults · 13 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Anna Mae Esh – Sinkhole Valley 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.