34 total dogs
No findings
John Zook
> 1 USDA License
Denver, PA
Breeder Snapshot
John Zook is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Denver, Pennsylvania. Pawthenticity has 13 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2015. The most recent was April 23, 2026, with 71 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 3 citations. This breeder has held 2 USDA licenses: 23-A-0606 from 2015 to 2016, and current license 23-A-0697 from 2019 to present. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 71
- USDA Citations
- 3
- USDA License
- 23-A-0697
- USDA License Exp
- 7/18/2029
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, John Zook raises the following breed(s): Cavapoo, Mini Bernedoodle, Mini Schnauzer, Pomsky.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
John Zook — USDA License 23-A-0606 (previous)
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44 total dogsNo findings
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53 total dogsNo findings
John Zook — USDA License 23-A-0697 (current)
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51 total dogsNo findings
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74 total dogsNo findings
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107 total dogsNo findings
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96 total dogsNo findings
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109 total dogsNo findings
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87 total dogsNo findings
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2 CITATIONS106 total dogsMissing puppy litter records
“There were at least 4 litters of puppies that were not listed on the Record of Acquisition of Dogs and Cats on Hand (APHIS form 7005) or a cage cage placed on the primary enclosures with the correct information.”
Dirty food storage roomDusty/cluttered vet supply shelves“There were accumulations of hair and dust on the floor of the food storage room. Shelves and cart storing veterinary supplies had accumulations of dust and clutter.”
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83 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATION93 total dogsMissing deworming records
“There were no current records listing the date and name of the last deworming treatments that the adult dogs received. ... he did not have a current list of deworming treatments.”
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71 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is John Zook a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
John Zook is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 23-A-0697. The license expiration date on file is 7/18/2029. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did John Zook have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 71 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does John Zook have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 3 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is John Zook located?
John Zook's facility is registered in Denver, PA according to USDA records.
Has John Zook held more than one USDA license?
John Zook's current USDA license is 23-A-0697. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view John Zook's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
Concerned about an animal's welfare? You can file a complaint with the Companion Animal Protection Society (CAPS), an independent nonprofit that investigates conditions at breeders and pet shops. File a complaint with CAPS.
Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
