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Shih Tzu breeder in Bird In Hand, PA. 36 dogs at last count. Pennsylvania inspectors cited 7 problems across 12 reports. Every report is free to read.
Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm
Bird In Hand, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania state records
Breed(s)
Shih Tzu
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm is linked to 12 public inspection reports, carrying 7 inspector findings, from March 2022 to April 2026.
Across 12 inspections between March 2022 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 36 dogs at Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm. The most recent count was 36 dogs on April 21, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2022 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | 1 finding |
| November 7, 2022 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 30 dogs | None |
| April 25, 2023 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| November 2, 2023 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 20 dogs | 3 findings |
| December 1, 2023 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| May 21, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| October 24, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| December 18, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| March 27, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| August 27, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 32 dogs | 3 findings |
| September 11, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 32 dogs | None |
| April 21, 2026 | Pennsylvania 18007 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
March 17, 2022 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18007
24 dogs recorded (16 adults · 8 puppies).
- Vet exam ordered
The kennel owner complied with the 72 hour vet check ordered during this inspection.
November 2, 2023 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18007
20 dogs recorded (16 adults · 4 puppies).
- Incomplete or missing records
Wardens viewed records that were incomplete or missing information during this inspection.
- No bills of sale for transferred dogs
Wardens viewed kennel records indicating the transfer of dogs in to the kennel since the last inspection with no Bills of Sale from the previous owner(s). Kennel owner could not provide bills of sale.
- High humidity, inadequate equipment
This Warden viewed frequent high humidity readings in both kennel buildings since the last inspection. It appears the mechanical equipment in the kennel is not adequate to meet the demands of the kennel facility. An engineer re-certification is required of the kennel.
August 27, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18007
32 dogs recorded (20 adults · 12 puppies).
- Tall weeds, hair and loose food
This warden viewed tall weeds surrounding the kennel building, hair and debris throughout the kennel building and loose food throughout the kennel.
- Kennel records missing dogs, wrong names
This warden viewed incomplete kennel records, specifically several dogs were not listed on the kennel records and some of the names were incorrect according to the rabies certificates.
- Two Shih Tzu dogs missing bill of sale
This warden was unable to view a bill of sale for two Shih-tzu type dogs that were transferred into the kennel.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 7 problems across 12 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 21, 2026, inspectors counted 36 dogs (19 adults · 17 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm raise?
The records name Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Barbara E Stoltzfus – Sunset View Farm hold?
- Pennsylvania licence 18007 — expires 12/31/2026
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