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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
John E Riehl – Golden Ridge Pasture is linked to 10 public inspection reports, carrying 5 inspector findings, from February 2022 to June 2026.
Across 10 inspections between February 2022 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 3 dogs and 41 dogs at John E Riehl – Golden Ridge Pasture. The most recent count was 3 dogs on June 30, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
February 18, 2022
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
December 9, 2022
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
41 dogs
4 findings
January 20, 2023
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
41 dogs
None
June 9, 2023
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
35 dogs
None
December 19, 2023
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
37 dogs
None
June 27, 2024
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
24 dogs
None
November 20, 2024
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
30 dogs
1 finding
July 8, 2025
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
12 dogs
None
December 24, 2025
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
25 dogs
None
June 30, 2026
Pennsylvania 17997
Routine inspection
3 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
December 9, 2022 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17997
41 dogs recorded (16 adults · 25 puppies).
Straw bale and exposed insulation
This Warden observed interior building surfaces which were made of straw bales. Warden also viewed interior building surfaces which had exposed insulation.
Alaskan Malamute, Bernese Mountain Dogs 51.8°F, no heat
This Warden observed that the housing facility did not have a heat source available to all dogs. The temperature in the housing facility was 51.8 degrees Fahrenheit. The types of dogs housed in the housing facility were Alaskan Malamutes (adults) and Bernese Mountain Dogs (adults and 3 week old puppies).
Broken wire along fence panel
This Wardens observed broken wire along the top of a fencing panel in an outside run.
Three adult dogs lacked health certificates
Wardens observed that three adult dogs (Bermuda, Penny, and Lady) were brought into the kennel from another state and the kennel owner did not obtain health certificates for these dogs prior to bringing them into the kennel.
Has John E Riehl – Golden Ridge Pasture been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 5 problems across 10 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does John E Riehl – Golden Ridge Pasture keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 30, 2026, inspectors counted 3 dogs (1 adult · 2 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does John E Riehl – Golden Ridge Pasture raise?
The records name Alaskan Malamute, Bernese Mountain Dog. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does John E Riehl – Golden Ridge Pasture 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.