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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Jessica Knouse – South Hill Kennels is linked to 11 public inspection reports, carrying 8 inspector findings, from April 2022 to March 2026.
Across 11 inspections between April 2022 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 9 dogs and 19 dogs at Jessica Knouse – South Hill Kennels. The most recent count was 12 dogs on March 13, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
April 5, 2022
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
18 dogs
None
September 6, 2022
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
19 dogs
None
May 17, 2023
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
9 dogs
None
November 22, 2023
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
13 dogs
None
April 23, 2024
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
September 18, 2024
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
March 19, 2025
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
18 dogs
None
July 15, 2025
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
17 dogs
5 findings
September 23, 2025
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
11 dogs
3 findings
October 23, 2025
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
17 dogs
None
March 13, 2026
Pennsylvania 18003
Routine inspection
12 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
July 15, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18003
17 dogs recorded (10 adults · 7 puppies).
Vet care plan not available
The kennel’s vet care plan was not available for review at the time of the inspection.
Imported dog not quarantined 14 days
Warden ascertained the dog brought in from out of state was not quarantined for 14 days as required.
Pre-transport requirements not met
Warden ascertained the pre-transport requirements were not met.
CVI missing for imported dog
The kennel owner was unable to provide a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) for one (1) dog that was transferred into the kennel from out of state.
Vaccination record or CVI missing
The kennel owner was unable to provide record or CVI one (1) dog that was transported into the kennel, illustrating that said dog was vaccinated in accordance with “Rabies Prevention and Control in Domestic Animals and Wildlife Act” and received an initial dose of DAPP (Disptemper, Adenovirus, Parainfluenze, Parvovirus) vaccine.
September 23, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18003
11 dogs recorded (11 adults · 0 puppies).
Missing bill of sale for transferred dog
Warden viewed one dog that was transferred into the kennel. There was no bill of sale available to view for said transferal, as required.
Missing CVI for out-of-state dog
Warden viewed one dog that was brought into the kennel from out-of-state. The kennel owner was unable to provide a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) for said dog, as required.
Missing required vaccination proof for out-of-state dog
Warden viewed one dog that was brought into the kennel from out-of-state. The kennel owner was unable to provide proof that said dog was vaccinated against rabies in accordance with the Act known as “Rabies Prevention and Control in Domestic Animals and Wildlife Act” or received an initial does of Disempter, Adeno, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus (DAPP), as certified by a licensed doctor of veterinary medicine.
Has Jessica Knouse – South Hill Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 8 problems across 11 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Jessica Knouse – South Hill Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 13, 2026, inspectors counted 12 dogs (11 adults · 1 puppy). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Jessica Knouse – South Hill Kennels 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.