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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
John K King – Hillside Acres Kennel is linked to 18 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from August 2018 to May 2026.
Across 18 inspections between August 2018 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 11 dogs and 33 dogs at John K King – Hillside Acres Kennel. The most recent count was 23 dogs on May 13, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
August 10, 2018
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
24 dogs
None
February 27, 2019
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
33 dogs
None
July 15, 2019
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
31 dogs
1 finding
August 12, 2019
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
31 dogs
None
January 29, 2020
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
20 dogs
None
September 15, 2020
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
21 dogs
1 finding
April 30, 2021
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
18 dogs
4 findings
July 26, 2021
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
13 dogs
None
October 15, 2021
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
18 dogs
None
May 17, 2022
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
30 dogs
None
September 13, 2022
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
April 25, 2023
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
22 dogs
None
August 9, 2023
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
15 dogs
None
March 4, 2024
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
October 10, 2024
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
23 dogs
None
February 21, 2025
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
24 dogs
None
August 28, 2025
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
31 dogs
None
May 13, 2026
Pennsylvania 05356
Routine inspection
23 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
July 15, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 05356
31 dogs recorded (13 adults · 18 puppies).
Dog with overdue rabies vaccination
This Warden observed a dog with an over due rabies vaccination
September 15, 2020 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 05356
21 dogs recorded (8 adults · 13 puppies).
Vet exam ordered for one dog
Veterinary examination was ordered on 1 dog under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of the dogs during the inspection. The kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within 72 hours.
April 30, 2021 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 05356
18 dogs recorded (9 adults · 9 puppies).
Incomplete adult dog records
Warden observed incomplete records for multiple adult dogs being kept in the kennel.
No bills of sale for two dogs
Wardens observed there were no bills of sale for two dogs (Betty Lou and Achilles) that had recently been brought into the kennel from another state.
Dog over 16 weeks unvaccinated for rabies
This Warden observed a dog over the age of 16 weeks without a rabies vaccination.
Betty Lou and Achilles without health certificates
Wardens observed that two adult dogs (Betty Lou and Achilles) 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. The kennel owner was warned that all dogs being purchased from outside of Pennsylvania need to have a health certificate accompany them to the kennel.
Has John K King – Hillside Acres Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 18 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does John K King – Hillside Acres Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 13, 2026, inspectors counted 23 dogs (12 adults · 11 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does John K King – Hillside Acres Kennel 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.