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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
George Shirk – Misty Meadows Kennel is linked to 12 public inspection reports, carrying 7 inspector findings, from February 2021 to January 2026.
Across 12 inspections between February 2021 and January 2026, inspectors recorded between 7 dogs and 20 dogs at George Shirk – Misty Meadows Kennel. The most recent count was 19 dogs on January 7, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 24, 2021
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
10 dogs
3 findings
March 25, 2021
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
November 5, 2021
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
17 dogs
None
April 14, 2022
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
12 dogs
None
October 7, 2022
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
19 dogs
None
April 19, 2023
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
November 1, 2023
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
9 dogs
None
May 23, 2024
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
October 23, 2024
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
7 dogs
None
June 13, 2025
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
20 dogs
None
October 9, 2025
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
January 7, 2026
Pennsylvania 17678
Routine inspection
19 dogs
4 findings
What inspectors wrote
February 24, 2021 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17678
10 dogs recorded (7 adults · 3 puppies).
Bent, broken enclosure fencing
During this inspection this warden observed bent and broken fencing in the primary enclosures which were exposed and would be potentially harmful to the dogs within the enclosure.
Unsealed concrete interior floors
Warden observed interior building surfaces with unsealed concrete floors.
Adult dog rabies proof missing
The kennel owner was unable to provide proof of current rabies vaccinations for 1 adult dog located within the kennel.
January 7, 2026 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17678
19 dogs recorded (10 adults · 9 puppies).
Beagle without adequate shelter
Warden observed a Beagle type breed which did not have adequate shelter for the dog to preserve their body heat.
Dogs in boxes too large for warmth
Additional dogs in the kennel were provided boxes which were too large to preserve their body heat.
Food bowls caked with feed
Warden observed food receptacles which were not kept clean and had deteriorated and caked feed in the bowls.
Primary enclosures not sanitized daily
Warden viewed an accumulation of debris on the floors of some primary enclosures indicating that the primary enclosures were not being sanitized at least once daily as required. Through discussion with the kennel owners, it was determined the kennels are not sanitized daily.
Has George Shirk – Misty Meadows Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 7 problems across 12 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does George Shirk – Misty Meadows Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, January 7, 2026, inspectors counted 19 dogs (10 adults · 9 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does George Shirk – Misty Meadows Kennel raise?
The records name Beagle. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does George Shirk – Misty Meadows Kennel 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.