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At 2:43 PM near the end of the inspection the facilities temperature was 87 degrees Fahrenheit (indicated by the facilities thermostat in the kennel). The facility representative stated that around 5 PM the temperature in the kennel was 86 degrees Fahrenheit and that the temperatures change in the facility based on outside temperatures. According to weather archives the outdoor temperatures in the area were as follows: 12:51 PM 91 degrees Fahrenheit, 1:51 PM 91 degrees Fahrenheit, 2:51 PM 92 degrees Fahrenheit, 3:51 PM 90 degrees Fahrenheit, 4:51 PM 91 degrees Fahrenheit, 5:51 PM degrees Fahrenheit. Indicating that the temperature had been above 85 degrees Fahrenheit in the kennel for over 4 hours. The facility had fans attempting to cool the kennel and the dogs were not showing signs of heat stress at the time of inspection. Temperatures that exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit may cause discomfort and possible heat related conditions to the dogs. The licensee must ensure that the ambient temperature not fall below 45 °F (7.2 °C) for more than 4 consecutive hours when dogs or cats are present, and must not rise above 85 °F (29.5 °C) for more than 4 consecutive hours when dogs or cats are present. Correct by 21-August-2025."},{"h":"Three dogs missing annual exams","tags":[],"q":"The facility has not had physical examinations performed on all dogs by the attending veterinarian in the past 12 months. Three adult dogs at the facility (microchip numbers 2121, 4352, and 2353) have not had physical exams performed annually as required. Failure to have each dog examined at least once a year can result in delay of treatment and diagnosis for disease, illness, or injury. Correct by ensuring that a complete physical examination from head to tail of each dog by the attending veterinarian is conducted not less than once every 12 months. Correct by 01-September-2025."},{"h":"Two dogs missing distemper/parvo vaccines","tags":[],"q":"The facility has not administered vaccinations for distemper and parvo for two dogs (microchip numbers 2964 and 5510) in the last year in accordance with the schedule outlined in the program of veterinary care. Additionally, fecal testing for parasites and other pests have not been conducted in accordance with the program of veterinary care for the adult dogs. Failure to follow a written and Attending Veterinarian approved schedule for vaccinations of contagious and/or deadly diseases and sampling and treatment of parasites and other pests can result in increased risk of disease exposure and delay in treatment. The licensee must ensure that vaccinations for contagious and/or deadly diseases of dogs (including rabies, parvovirus and distemper) and sampling and treatment of parasites and other pests (including fleas, worms, coccidia, giardia, and heartworm) in accordance with a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian are administered. Correct by, 25-August-2025."},{"h":"Rabies vaccine dates not recorded","tags":[],"q":"The facility does not have adequate record of dates of administration for rabies vaccines in the adult dogs. The facility has a note on the blank box of a calendar stating that the rabies vaccine was given this month. Additionally, there are no additional records of vaccination administration for any female dogs that may have been whelping or pregnant during that time that were required to receive the vaccine on a later date. Failure to maintain records of vaccines and treatments administered to the dogs does not allow for APHIS officials to determine if the veterinarian approved vaccination schedule is being followed. The facility must ensure that the names of all vaccines and treatments administered, and the dates of administration are recorded. Correct by, 01-September-2025."}],"si":1},{"d":"2025-10-22","s":"Ohio","k":"","l":"OH - CB00060H","t":"Routine inspection","n":55,"b":"33 adults · 22 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/oh/CB00060H/10-22-2025.pdf","f":[]},{"d":"2026-02-02","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0455","t":"Attempted inspection","n":null,"b":"","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0455/2-2-2026.pdf","f":[{"h":"🚫 Access","tags":[],"q":""}],"si":1},{"d":"2026-05-28","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0455","t":"Routine inspection","n":41,"b":"30 adults · 11 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0455/5-28-2026.pdf","f":[],"si":1},{"d":"2026-08-20","s":"USDA","k":"","l":"31-A-0455","t":"Routine inspection","n":46,"b":"29 adults · 17 puppies","u":"https://reports.pawthenticity.org/31-A-0455/8-20-2026.pdf","f":[],"si":1}]}
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Daniel B Shirk – Shelby, OH is linked to 13 public inspection reports, carrying 4 inspector findings, from June 2014 to August 2026.
Across 11 inspections between June 2014 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 41 dogs and 93 dogs at Daniel B Shirk – Shelby, OH. The most recent count was 46 dogs on August 20, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
June 4, 2014
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
65 dogs
None
November 17, 2015
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
81 dogs
None
November 3, 2016
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
93 dogs
None
August 21, 2017
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
November 28, 2018
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
69 dogs
None
January 29, 2021
USDA 31-A-0455
Attempted inspection
No access
None
July 28, 2021
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
76 dogs
None
March 25, 2024
USDA 31-A-0455
Re-license inspection
57 dogs
None
August 12, 2025
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
56 dogs
4 findings
October 22, 2025
Ohio CB00060H
Routine inspection
55 dogs
None
February 2, 2026
USDA 31-A-0455
Attempted inspection
No access
None
May 28, 2026
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
41 dogs
None
August 20, 2026
USDA 31-A-0455
Routine inspection
46 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
August 12, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 31-A-0455
56 dogs recorded (34 adults · 22 puppies).
Kennel above 85°F for over 4 hours
The sheltered housing facility containing all dogs was 87.5 degrees Fahrenheit at 1:50 PM at the beginning of the inspection (indicated by the inspectors kestrel). At 2:43 PM near the end of the inspection the facilities temperature was 87 degrees Fahrenheit (indicated by the facilities thermostat in the kennel). The facility representative stated that around 5 PM the temperature in the kennel was 86 degrees Fahrenheit and that the temperatures change in the facility based on outside temperatures. According to weather archives the outdoor temperatures in the area were as follows: 12:51 PM 91 degrees Fahrenheit, 1:51 PM 91 degrees Fahrenheit, 2:51 PM 92 degrees Fahrenheit, 3:51 PM 90 degrees Fahrenheit, 4:51 PM 91 degrees Fahrenheit, 5:51 PM degrees Fahrenheit. Indicating that the temperature had been above 85 degrees Fahrenheit in the kennel for over 4 hours. The facility had fans attempting to cool the kennel and the dogs were not showing signs of heat stress at the time of inspection. Temperatures that exceed 85 degrees Fahrenheit may cause discomfort and possible heat related conditions to the dogs. The licensee must ensure that the ambient temperature not fall below 45 °F (7.2 °C) for more than 4 consecutive hours when dogs or cats are present, and must not rise above 85 °F (29.5 °C) for more than 4 consecutive hours when dogs or cats are present. Correct by 21-August-2025.
Three dogs missing annual exams
The facility has not had physical examinations performed on all dogs by the attending veterinarian in the past 12 months. Three adult dogs at the facility (microchip numbers 2121, 4352, and 2353) have not had physical exams performed annually as required. Failure to have each dog examined at least once a year can result in delay of treatment and diagnosis for disease, illness, or injury. Correct by ensuring that a complete physical examination from head to tail of each dog by the attending veterinarian is conducted not less than once every 12 months. Correct by 01-September-2025.
Two dogs missing distemper/parvo vaccines
The facility has not administered vaccinations for distemper and parvo for two dogs (microchip numbers 2964 and 5510) in the last year in accordance with the schedule outlined in the program of veterinary care. Additionally, fecal testing for parasites and other pests have not been conducted in accordance with the program of veterinary care for the adult dogs. Failure to follow a written and Attending Veterinarian approved schedule for vaccinations of contagious and/or deadly diseases and sampling and treatment of parasites and other pests can result in increased risk of disease exposure and delay in treatment. The licensee must ensure that vaccinations for contagious and/or deadly diseases of dogs (including rabies, parvovirus and distemper) and sampling and treatment of parasites and other pests (including fleas, worms, coccidia, giardia, and heartworm) in accordance with a schedule approved by the attending veterinarian are administered. Correct by, 25-August-2025.
Rabies vaccine dates not recorded
The facility does not have adequate record of dates of administration for rabies vaccines in the adult dogs. The facility has a note on the blank box of a calendar stating that the rabies vaccine was given this month. Additionally, there are no additional records of vaccination administration for any female dogs that may have been whelping or pregnant during that time that were required to receive the vaccine on a later date. Failure to maintain records of vaccines and treatments administered to the dogs does not allow for APHIS officials to determine if the veterinarian approved vaccination schedule is being followed. The facility must ensure that the names of all vaccines and treatments administered, and the dates of administration are recorded. Correct by, 01-September-2025.
Has Daniel B Shirk – Shelby, OH been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 4 problems across 13 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Daniel B Shirk – Shelby, OH keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 20, 2026, inspectors counted 46 dogs (29 adults · 17 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Daniel B Shirk – Shelby, OH raise?
The records name Dachshund, Poodle, Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Daniel B Shirk – Shelby, OH 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.