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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
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
April 23, 2014
New York 953
Routine inspection
17 dogs
1 finding
May 1, 2014
New York 953
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
April 30, 2015
New York 953
Routine inspection
24 dogs
1 finding
June 9, 2015
New York 953
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
May 3, 2016
New York 953
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
July 19, 2016
USDA 21-A-0182
Inspection
31 dogs
None
April 6, 2017
USDA 21-A-0182
Routine inspection
31 dogs
None
May 2, 2017
New York 953
Routine inspection
34 dogs
None
April 24, 2018
New York 953
Routine inspection
41 dogs
3 findings
May 16, 2018
USDA 21-A-0182
Routine inspection
35 dogs
3 findings
May 22, 2018
New York 953
Routine inspection
45 dogs
None
April 25, 2019
New York 953
Routine inspection
35 dogs
None
June 4, 2019
USDA 21-A-0182
Routine inspection
40 dogs
1 finding
May 27, 2020
New York 953
Attempted inspection
Not recorded
None
June 10, 2020
New York 953
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
July 3, 2020
New York 953
Routine inspection
24 dogs
None
July 7, 2021
New York 953
Routine inspection
36 dogs
8 findings
August 5, 2021
New York 953
Attempted inspection
Not recorded
None
September 20, 2021
New York 953
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
May 9, 2022
New York 953
Routine inspection
30 dogs
2 findings
June 9, 2022
New York 953
Routine inspection
27 dogs
None
April 11, 2023
New York 953
Routine inspection
25 dogs
4 findings
May 4, 2023
New York 953
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
May 2, 2024
New York 953
Routine inspection
32 dogs
1 finding
May 13, 2024
New York 953
Routine inspection
31 dogs
None
July 14, 2025
New York 953
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
June 11, 2026
New York 953
Routine inspection
39 dogs
None
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
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
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
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
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".
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?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.