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Dog breeder in Penn Yan, NY. 19 dogs at last count. USDA and New York inspectors cited 3 problems across 8 reports. Every report is free to read.
Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds
Penn Yan, New York
USDA licensedNew York state records
Breed(s)
Dachshund, Mini Dachshund
Exp. 5/2/2027
Exp. 4/3/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from March 2024 to April 2026.
Across 7 inspections between March 2024 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 12 dogs and 27 dogs at Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds. The most recent count was 19 dogs on April 9, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 8, 2024 | New York 1248 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| March 18, 2024 | New York 1248 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| May 2, 2024 | USDA 21-A-0238 | Pre-license inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| September 18, 2024 | USDA 21-A-0238 | Routine inspection | 12 dogs | None |
| March 12, 2025 | New York 1248 | Routine inspection | 15 dogs | 3 findings |
| June 16, 2025 | New York 1248 | Routine inspection | 27 dogs | None |
| January 22, 2026 | USDA 21-A-0238 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
| April 9, 2026 | New York 1248 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
March 12, 2025 — Routine inspection, New York 1248
15 dogs recorded (12 adults · 3 puppies).
- Female Dachshunds incomplete receipt info
Incomplete pet information on receipt for female Dachshunds "Tina" and " Tammy" both with DOB 3/14/24.
- Male Dachshunds vet finding undisclosed
Veterinary finding not disclosed on standard form for male Dachshund " Jaime" DOB 9/24/24, male Dachshund "Sparky Sailor" DOB 5/7/24, male Dachshund "Jerry" DOB 3/12/24, and male Dachshund "Curly" DOB 5/11/24.
- Female Dachshund purchaser info incomplete
Purchaser information incomplete on information statement for female Dachshund "Jenny" DOB 3/12/24.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 9, 2026, inspectors counted 19 dogs (13 adults · 6 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds raise?
The records name Dachshund, Mini Dachshund. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Ferlin & Lovina Horst – Mountainside Miniature Dachshunds hold?
- USDA licence 21-A-0238 — expires 5/2/2027
- New York licence 1248 — expires 4/3/2026
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