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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
James Schmidt – Sligo, PA is linked to 19 public inspection reports, carrying 16 inspector findings, from February 2020 to June 2026.
Across 19 inspections between February 2020 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 132 dogs at James Schmidt – Sligo, PA. The most recent count was 89 dogs on June 16, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 26, 2020
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
16 dogs
7 findings
June 4, 2020
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
39 dogs
None
October 14, 2020
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
65 dogs
None
March 9, 2021
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
84 dogs
1 finding
March 30, 2021
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
78 dogs
None
May 6, 2021
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
91 dogs
2 findings
June 16, 2021
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
86 dogs
None
September 21, 2021
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
86 dogs
None
March 22, 2022
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
88 dogs
None
September 20, 2022
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
77 dogs
None
March 22, 2023
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
85 dogs
None
August 1, 2023
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
132 dogs
2 findings
December 5, 2023
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
125 dogs
None
May 7, 2024
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
90 dogs
None
September 17, 2024
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
112 dogs
None
April 29, 2025
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
78 dogs
2 findings
July 23, 2025
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
87 dogs
2 findings
November 12, 2025
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
74 dogs
None
June 16, 2026
Pennsylvania 17439
Routine inspection
89 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
February 26, 2020 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17439
16 dogs recorded (16 adults · 0 puppies).
Untreated wood in primary enclosures
Wardens viewed untreated wood in the primary enclosures.
Untreated wood in outside exercise areas
Wardens viewed untreated wood in the outside exercise areas.
Kennel records not kept
Wardens were unable to verify any records as the kennel owner was no keeping them.
Untreated wood inside and outside kennel building
Wardens viewed untreated wood inside and outside kennel building.
No smoke alarms or fire suppression
Wardens did not view both smoke alarms and means of fire suppression in the kennel building
Primary enclosures too small for dogs
Wardens viewed that the primary enclosures were too small for the dogs housed therein.
Certified building not used
Wardens viewed that the kennel owner was not currently using his certified building.
April 29, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17439
78 dogs recorded (58 adults · 20 puppies).
Kennel temps below 50°F, above 85°F
While reviewing the kennels data logger, this warden noted periods over the previous seven months where the ambient temperature dropped below 50 degrees Fahrenheit and a few times the kennels ambient temperature exceeded 85 degrees Fahrenheit. .
Kennel humidity outside 30–70%
While reviewing the kennels data logger, this warden noted periods over the previous seven months where the kennels humidity levels were below and above the appropriate range of 30%-70%.
July 23, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17439
87 dogs recorded (54 adults · 33 puppies).
Humidity frequently above 70%
Warden viewed data logger readings with periods where the humidity was frequently above 70%.
Ventilation failing to control humidity
Warden viewed data logger readings with periods where the humidity was frequently above 70% since the prior inspection. Based on review of the data logger readings, it appears that the equipment currently used in the kennel is not able to sustain proper temperature, humidity, and heat index levels. Therefore, the department is requiring a recertification of the ventilation system by a professional engineer.
Has James Schmidt – Sligo, PA been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 16 problems across 19 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does James Schmidt – Sligo, PA keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 16, 2026, inspectors counted 89 dogs (69 adults · 20 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does James Schmidt – Sligo, PA 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.