Breeder Database / New York
Updated June 11, 2026

John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY

Penn Yan, New York

USDA licensedNew York state records

Breeder snapshot

John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY is linked to 27 public inspection reports from USDA and New York.

Breed(s)

Boston Terrier, Bulldog, English Bulldog
Latest inspectionJune 11, 2026
Latest Dog Count3921 adults · 18 puppies
USDA license21-A-0182
Cancelled 2/24/2021
New York license953
Exp. 5/11/2026
Inspections on file4 USDA · 23 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 – Penn Yan, NY is linked to 27 public inspection reports, carrying 24 inspector findings, from April 2014 to June 2026.

Across 25 inspections between April 2014 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 45 dogs at John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY. The most recent count was 39 dogs on June 11, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
April 23, 2014New York 953Routine inspection17 dogs1 finding
May 1, 2014New York 953Routine inspection16 dogsNone
April 30, 2015New York 953Routine inspection24 dogs1 finding
June 9, 2015New York 953Routine inspection22 dogsNone
May 3, 2016New York 953Routine inspection30 dogsNone
July 19, 2016USDA 21-A-0182Inspection31 dogsNone
April 6, 2017USDA 21-A-0182Routine inspection31 dogsNone
May 2, 2017New York 953Routine inspection34 dogsNone
April 24, 2018New York 953Routine inspection41 dogs3 findings
May 16, 2018USDA 21-A-0182Routine inspection35 dogs3 findings
May 22, 2018New York 953Routine inspection45 dogsNone
April 25, 2019New York 953Routine inspection35 dogsNone
June 4, 2019USDA 21-A-0182Routine inspection40 dogs1 finding
May 27, 2020New York 953Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
June 10, 2020New York 953Routine inspection30 dogsNone
July 3, 2020New York 953Routine inspection24 dogsNone
July 7, 2021New York 953Routine inspection36 dogs8 findings
August 5, 2021New York 953Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
September 20, 2021New York 953Routine inspection26 dogsNone
May 9, 2022New York 953Routine inspection30 dogs2 findings
June 9, 2022New York 953Routine inspection27 dogsNone
April 11, 2023New York 953Routine inspection25 dogs4 findings
May 4, 2023New York 953Routine inspection22 dogsNone
May 2, 2024New York 953Routine inspection32 dogs1 finding
May 13, 2024New York 953Routine inspection31 dogsNone
July 14, 2025New York 953Routine inspection30 dogsNone
June 11, 2026New York 953Routine inspection39 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

April 23, 2014 — Routine inspection, New York 953

17 dogs recorded (15 adults · 2 puppies).

  • Three Bulldogs without rabies proof (Critical)

    Three Bulldogs without proof of current rabies vaccination

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April 30, 2015 — Routine inspection, New York 953

24 dogs recorded (20 adults · 4 puppies).

  • Debris collected under birthing boxes

    Lower shelf of whelping boxes which are located under rubber mat/wire flooring have collected dirt and debris.

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April 24, 2018 — Routine inspection, New York 953

41 dogs recorded (28 adults · 13 puppies).

  • Cages soiled with feces

    Three cages in kennel building had a fine layer of dried fecal dust on floor. A one cage structure had three areas of feces on the wire flooring and the inside area was dirty throughout- no dog had been housed in this cage for several days

  • Out-of-state dogs without CVIs

    Two dogs purchased from out of state without certificates of veterinary inspection.

  • Boston Terriers treatments not recorded

    Treatments given to two Boston Terriers were not stated on the standard form

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May 16, 2018 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0182

35 dogs recorded (26 adults · 9 puppies).

  • Ammonia odor from puppy pans

    General housekeeping needs to be addressed at the facility. Upon entering the building there was a strong ammonia odor attributed to puppy enclosures that were empty but had not been cleaned and still had fecal waste in the pans. This odor permeated into the whelping area as well.

  • Microchips and needles on enclosures

    There were boxes of items including microchips with needles stored on top of the enclosures.

  • Feed bag used as trash container

    An empty feed bag was used as a trash container and per 3.1(f) this receptacle must be leak proof with a tightly fitting lid. The facility is in the process of working on the outdoor runs, but left over items are on the ground next to the enclosures and need to be disposed of. Housekeeping needs to be addressed to keep the area free of accumulations of trash and reduce odors for the health of the animals. Correct by: May 20, 2018

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June 4, 2019 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0182

40 dogs recorded (25 adults · 15 puppies).

  • Bulldog puppy declining, tube feeding stopped

    In a litter of five bulldog puppies, one puppy is very small and is not thriving. The licensee was tube feeding the puppy for an extended period of time during the day but stopped several days ago. The puppy appears to be declining and its condition should be communicated to the attending veterinarian in a timely manner. Correct by: June 7, 2019

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July 7, 2021 — Routine inspection, New York 953

36 dogs recorded (21 adults · 15 puppies).

  • Vet plan missing med doses, signature (Critical)

    Vet plan lacks meds with doses and current vet signature.

  • Male dog cherry eye, no record (Critical)

    one male dog with intermitten cherry eye missing documenation of vet consult/exam

  • At least 5 dogs with long nails

    At least 5 dogs have long nails

  • Two dogs missing pre-sale exam proof (Critical)

    2 dogs missing proof of veterinary exam before sale.

  • Information statements missing unique IDs

    Most information statements missing unique IDs

  • At least one receipt missing signature

    At least 1 receipt missing consumer signature

  • Statements missing vet findings, some unsigned

    At least 3 statements missing veterinary heath exam findings, at least 1 statement not signed by consumer.

  • Six registry disclosures missing consumer signature

    At least 6 registry disclosures missing consumer signture

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May 9, 2022 — Routine inspection, New York 953

30 dogs recorded (22 adults · 8 puppies).

  • Puppies missing health findings (Critical)

    Health exam findings not noted on information statement for puppies 21-12, 21-14, 21-02, 21-03, and 21-06.

  • Puppy ID missing on exam (Critical)

    Puppy ID on health exam missing for puppy 15-21.

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April 11, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 953

25 dogs recorded (21 adults · 4 puppies).

  • Boston/Cavalier mix sold without rabies proof (Critical)

    Male Boston/Cavailer mix "Robert" DOB 8/31/22 sold without proof of valid rabies.

  • Boston Terrier care protocol not provided (Critical)

    Male Boston terrier " Henry Joe" DOB 12/28/15 not provided with the veterinary care protocol in accordance to veterinary plan for health concern and weight loss.

  • Boston Terrier Henry Joe not observed (Critical)

    Condition of Male Boston terrier " Henry Joe" DOB 12/28/15 not observed and/or addressed.

  • Most dogs lack proof of license

    All dogs over 4 monhts of age missing proof of valid license except for except " Janey", " Jeanie", "Ruby", " Champ", and "Ashely".

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May 2, 2024 — Routine inspection, New York 953

32 dogs recorded (26 adults · 6 puppies).

  • Male English Bulldog with purulent eye discharge (Critical)

    Both eyes display purulent discharge in male English Bulldog "Tequila" DOB 5/7/16.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 24 problems across 27 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, June 11, 2026, inspectors counted 39 dogs (21 adults · 18 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY raise?

The records name Boston Terrier, Bulldog, English Bulldog. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does John D Shirk – Penn Yan, NY hold?

  • New York licence 953 — expires 5/11/2026
  • USDA licence 21-A-0182 — Cancelled 2/24/2021

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