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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Ben E Kauffman Jr – Hickory Hill Puppies is linked to 17 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from August 2018 to February 2026.
Across 17 inspections between August 2018 and February 2026, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 49 dogs at Ben E Kauffman Jr – Hickory Hill Puppies. The most recent count was 40 dogs on February 9, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
August 16, 2018
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
25 dogs
5 findings
September 20, 2018
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
31 dogs
None
February 15, 2019
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
28 dogs
None
August 8, 2019
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
March 10, 2020
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
September 8, 2020
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
39 dogs
1 finding
February 12, 2021
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
49 dogs
None
August 13, 2021
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
February 4, 2022
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
36 dogs
None
July 14, 2022
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
29 dogs
None
February 10, 2023
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
July 21, 2023
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
February 21, 2024
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
July 23, 2024
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
25 dogs
None
March 6, 2025
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
23 dogs
None
September 26, 2025
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
18 dogs
None
February 9, 2026
Pennsylvania 16329
Routine inspection
40 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
August 16, 2018 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16329
25 dogs recorded (14 adults · 11 puppies).
Feces not removed or sanitized
This Warden observed feces that had not been removed on a daily basis and not sanitized.
State record forms unnumbered
This Warden observed the pages of the State record keeping forms had not been numbered.
Bills of sale missing age or DOB
This Warden observed bills of sale that did not include the age of the dog and/or the date of birth of the dog.
Six dogs with grade 4 periodontal disease
Act 402 (d) Vet Check -- This Warden and the State Veterinarian observed 6 dogs with grade 4 periodontal disease requiring a Vet Check. Veterinary examinations were ordered on dogs under section 402(a) based on the warden’s observations of the condition of dogs during the inspection. The Kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examinations were completed within the 72-hour time frame. Re-inspection to be done at a later date.
Vet exams ordered
Veterinary examinations were ordered on dogs under section 402(a) based on the warden’s observations of the condition of dogs during the inspection. The Kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examinations were completed within the 72-hour time frame.
September 8, 2020 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16329
39 dogs recorded (18 adults · 21 puppies).
Vet exam ordered for one dog
Veterinary examination was ordered on one dog under section 402(a) based on the warden’s observation of the condition of the dog during the inspection. The Kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within the 72-hour time frame.
Has Ben E Kauffman Jr – Hickory Hill Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 17 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Ben E Kauffman Jr – Hickory Hill Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, February 9, 2026, inspectors counted 40 dogs (22 adults · 18 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Ben E Kauffman Jr – Hickory Hill Puppies 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.