Esther Riehl – Playful Paws is linked to 28 public inspection reports from USDA and Pennsylvania.
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionMarch 5, 2026Latest Dog Count229 adults · 10 puppies · 3 age not givenUSDA license23-A-0586
Cancelled 12/10/2024
Pennsylvania license09369
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspections on file11 USDA · 17 Pennsylvania
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Esther Riehl – Playful Paws is linked to 28 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from October 2014 to March 2026.
Across 28 inspections between October 2014 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 15 dogs and 85 dogs at Esther Riehl – Playful Paws. The most recent count was 22 dogs on March 5, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
October 27, 2014
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
60 dogs
None
January 12, 2016
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
66 dogs
None
November 21, 2016
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
60 dogs
None
July 3, 2018
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
67 dogs
None
August 31, 2018
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
December 3, 2018
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
83 dogs
1 finding
January 17, 2019
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
57 dogs
None
August 15, 2019
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
58 dogs
1 finding
September 4, 2019
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
52 dogs
None
October 11, 2019
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
61 dogs
None
May 28, 2020
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
80 dogs
None
August 19, 2020
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
50 dogs
None
February 11, 2021
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
59 dogs
None
July 14, 2021
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
54 dogs
None
July 23, 2021
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
50 dogs
None
January 28, 2022
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
77 dogs
None
April 21, 2022
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
61 dogs
None
August 2, 2022
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
72 dogs
None
January 24, 2023
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
38 dogs
None
January 31, 2023
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
43 dogs
None
June 27, 2023
USDA 23-A-0586
Re-license inspection
59 dogs
None
July 14, 2023
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
52 dogs
None
March 6, 2024
USDA 23-A-0586
Routine inspection
63 dogs
None
March 13, 2024
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
63 dogs
None
September 12, 2024
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
59 dogs
None
March 13, 2025
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
15 dogs
1 finding
December 3, 2025
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
March 5, 2026
Pennsylvania 09369
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
December 3, 2018 — Routine inspection, USDA 23-A-0586
83 dogs recorded (49 adults · 34 puppies).
Dogs listed by name only
There are 15 dogs listed by name only on the Record of Acquisition of Dogs and Cats on Hand (APHIS form 7005). Dogs are being identified by microchip in the kennel. Some of the puppies sold retail are only being listed by name on the Record of Disposition of Dogs and Cats (APHIS form 7006). The official USDA tag number, microchip number, puppy identification number, or tattoo assigned to a dog or puppy needs to be listed on APHIS form 7005 and APHIS form 7006. The official identification number needs to be recorded to help identify and keep track of dogs and puppies. Correct by December 17, 2018.
August 15, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 09369
58 dogs recorded (41 adults · 17 puppies).
Exhaust fan not operating
During the kennel inspection wardens viewed a exhaust fan which is part of the mechanical ventilation system for the kennel not in operation which is not compliant with the kennels certification of the ventilation system by a professional engineer.
March 13, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 09369
15 dogs recorded (12 adults · 3 puppies).
Vet exams ordered for two dogs
A veterinary examination was ordered on (2) dogs under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of dogs during an inspection. Kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within the 72-hour timeframe.
Has Esther Riehl – Playful Paws been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 28 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Esther Riehl – Playful Paws keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 5, 2026, inspectors counted 22 dogs (9 adults · 10 puppies · 3 age not given). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Esther Riehl – Playful Paws 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.