Breeder Database / New York
Updated April 30, 2026

John D Shirk – J+N Kennels

Penn Yan, New York

New York state records

Breeder snapshot

John D Shirk – J+N Kennels is linked to 8 public inspection reports from New York.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionApril 30, 2026
Latest Dog Count2110 adults · 11 puppies
USDA license
New York license1172
Exp. 4/8/2027
Inspections on file8 New York

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

John D Shirk – J+N Kennels is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from March 2021 to April 2026.

Across 7 inspections between March 2021 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 6 dogs and 35 dogs at John D Shirk – J+N Kennels. The most recent count was 21 dogs on April 30, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
March 24, 2021New York 1172Routine inspection6 dogsNone
April 28, 2022New York 1172Routine inspection35 dogsNone
March 27, 2023New York 1172Routine inspection22 dogsNone
April 26, 2024New York 1172Routine inspection18 dogsNone
June 24, 2025New York 1172Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
June 25, 2025New York 1172Routine inspection26 dogsNone
April 20, 2026New York 1172Routine inspection23 dogs2 findings
April 30, 2026New York 1172Routine inspection21 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

April 20, 2026 — Routine inspection, New York 1172

23 dogs recorded (10 adults · 13 puppies).

  • Primary enclosure not clean (Critical)

    Primary enclosure not kept in clean conditions for animals.

  • Dogs lacked clean water access (Critical)

    All animals must be provided access to clean, fresh water.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has John D Shirk – J+N Kennels been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does John D Shirk – J+N Kennels keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, April 30, 2026, inspectors counted 21 dogs (10 adults · 11 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What licences does John D Shirk – J+N Kennels hold?

  • New York licence 1172 — expires 4/8/2027

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