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Warden used an ammonia strip in the indoor housing area and the ammonia strip result was 50 ppm."}]},{"d":"2023-03-03","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":19,"b":"19 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/3-3-2023.pdf","f":[{"h":"Feces build-up in enclosures","tags":[],"q":"Wardens observed primary enclosures with excreta build up indicating that the enclosures had not been cleaned daily."},{"h":"Dust and cobwebs in kennel","tags":[],"q":"Wardens observed a large quantity of dust and cobwebs in the kennel. above"},{"h":"Missing rabies vaccination proof for adult dog","tags":[],"q":"Veterinary examination was ordered on one (1) dogs under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of the dogs during the inspection. The kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within 72 hours. Act 455.8(b)(3)(iii) / Regulation 16.63 – Vaccination required / Vaccine requirements The kennel owner, who has a limited certification to administer rabies vaccinations, was unable to provide proof of current rabies vaccinations for 1 adult dogs located within the kennel."},{"h":"Vet exam ordered for one dog","tags":[],"q":"Veterinary examination was ordered on one (1) dogs under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of the dogs during the inspection. The kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within 72 hours."}]},{"d":"2023-07-18","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":26,"b":"17 adults · 9 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/7-18-2023.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2023-10-12","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":16,"b":"16 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/10-12-2023.pdf","f":[{"h":"Three dogs with overgrown nails","tags":[],"q":"Warden viewed three dogs that had overgrown nails on both front and rear paws An employee of the Department may visually observe the physical condition of a dog sheltered at a kennel. A dog sheltered at a kennel shall be free of infectious and contagious diseases, and shall be in general good health. If a dog exhibits signs of poor health, the kennel owner shall have proof of adequate veterinary care for the dog."}]},{"d":"2024-01-03","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":15,"b":"15 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/1-3-2024.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2024-06-28","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":22,"b":"11 adults · 11 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/6-28-2024.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2024-11-14","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":11,"b":"11 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/11-14-2024.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2025-06-24","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":17,"b":"11 adults · 6 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/6-24-2025.pdf","f":[{"h":"Dogs panting in hot kennel","tags":["Cruelty Referral"],"q":"Wardens observed dogs in the kennel that were excessively panting and uncomfortable. Kestrel temperature readings were 91 to 102 degrees Fahrenheit in the kennel. A cruelty referral was made to the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area due to the observations of dogs at the time of inspection."},{"h":"Dog with unmanaged genetic eye condition","tags":[],"q":"Wardens observed 1 dog with a chronic unmanaged genetic eye condition."},{"h":"No veterinary records or regular vet","tags":[],"q":"The kennel owner could not provide any veterinary medical records and does not have a regular veterinarian."},{"h":"Vet exam ordered for one dog","tags":[],"q":"A veterinary examination was ordered on one (1) dog under section 402(a) based on Wardens’ observations 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 72 hours."}]},{"d":"2025-10-28","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":12,"b":"12 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/10-28-2025.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2025-12-10","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":11,"b":"11 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/12-10-2025.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2026-03-23","s":"Pennsylvania","k":"","l":"PA - 04191","t":"Routine inspection","n":10,"b":"10 adults · 0 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/pa/04191/3-23-2026.pdf","f":[]}]}
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Carrol F Tracey – Blue Mountain Shepherds is linked to 20 public inspection reports, carrying 12 inspector findings, from October 2018 to March 2026.
Across 20 inspections between October 2018 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 10 dogs and 37 dogs at Carrol F Tracey – Blue Mountain Shepherds. The most recent count was 10 dogs on March 23, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
October 3, 2018
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
29 dogs
None
April 10, 2019
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
35 dogs
None
October 24, 2019
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
36 dogs
2 findings
December 5, 2019
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
37 dogs
None
June 9, 2020
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
December 10, 2020
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
21 dogs
None
June 23, 2021
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
November 23, 2021
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
37 dogs
None
May 31, 2022
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
27 dogs
None
December 2, 2022
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
29 dogs
1 finding
March 3, 2023
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
19 dogs
4 findings
July 18, 2023
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
October 12, 2023
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
16 dogs
1 finding
January 3, 2024
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
15 dogs
None
June 28, 2024
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
November 14, 2024
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
June 24, 2025
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
17 dogs
4 findings
October 28, 2025
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
12 dogs
None
December 10, 2025
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
March 23, 2026
Pennsylvania 04191
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
October 24, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 04191
36 dogs recorded (21 adults · 15 puppies).
Strong ammonia odor in housing
Warden noted a strong smell of ammonia upon entering the kennel's housing facility.
Dust and cobwebs on enclosures
Warden observed an accumulation of dust on the tops of primary enclosures and excess cobwebs in the kennel.
December 2, 2022 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 04191
29 dogs recorded (18 adults · 11 puppies).
Strong ammonia odor, 50 ppm
This Warden noted a strong smell of ammonia upon entering the kennel's indoor housing area. Warden used an ammonia strip in the indoor housing area and the ammonia strip result was 50 ppm.
March 3, 2023 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 04191
19 dogs recorded (19 adults · 0 puppies).
Feces build-up in enclosures
Wardens observed primary enclosures with excreta build up indicating that the enclosures had not been cleaned daily.
Dust and cobwebs in kennel
Wardens observed a large quantity of dust and cobwebs in the kennel. above
Missing rabies vaccination proof for adult dog
Veterinary examination was ordered on one (1) dogs under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of the dogs during the inspection. The kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within 72 hours. Act 455.8(b)(3)(iii) / Regulation 16.63 – Vaccination required / Vaccine requirements The kennel owner, who has a limited certification to administer rabies vaccinations, was unable to provide proof of current rabies vaccinations for 1 adult dogs located within the kennel.
Vet exam ordered for one dog
Veterinary examination was ordered on one (1) dogs under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of the dogs during the inspection. The kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within 72 hours.
October 12, 2023 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 04191
16 dogs recorded (16 adults · 0 puppies).
Three dogs with overgrown nails
Warden viewed three dogs that had overgrown nails on both front and rear paws An employee of the Department may visually observe the physical condition of a dog sheltered at a kennel. A dog sheltered at a kennel shall be free of infectious and contagious diseases, and shall be in general good health. If a dog exhibits signs of poor health, the kennel owner shall have proof of adequate veterinary care for the dog.
June 24, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 04191
17 dogs recorded (11 adults · 6 puppies).
Dogs panting in hot kennel(Cruelty Referral)
Wardens observed dogs in the kennel that were excessively panting and uncomfortable. Kestrel temperature readings were 91 to 102 degrees Fahrenheit in the kennel. A cruelty referral was made to the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area due to the observations of dogs at the time of inspection.
Dog with unmanaged genetic eye condition
Wardens observed 1 dog with a chronic unmanaged genetic eye condition.
No veterinary records or regular vet
The kennel owner could not provide any veterinary medical records and does not have a regular veterinarian.
Vet exam ordered for one dog
A veterinary examination was ordered on one (1) dog under section 402(a) based on Wardens’ observations 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 72 hours.
Has Carrol F Tracey – Blue Mountain Shepherds been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 12 problems across 20 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Carrol F Tracey – Blue Mountain Shepherds keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 23, 2026, inspectors counted 10 dogs (10 adults · 0 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Carrol F Tracey – Blue Mountain Shepherds 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.