Breeder Database / Pennsylvania

Last Updated: Sep 26, 2026

Lester S Martin – L & M Kennels

New Holland, Pennsylvania

USDA licensedPennsylvania state records

Breeder snapshot

Dog breeder in New Holland, PA. 145 dogs at last count. USDA and Pennsylvania inspectors cited 2 problems across 31 reports. Every report is free to read.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records

Latest inspectionMarch 24, 2026

Latest Dog Count145104 adults · 41 puppies

USDA license23-A-0572

Exp. 8/13/2027

Pennsylvania license04185

Exp. 12/31/2026

Inspections on file15 USDA · 16 Pennsylvania

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

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Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Lester S Martin – L & M Kennels is linked to 31 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from September 2014 to March 2026.

Across 31 inspections between September 2014 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 118 dogs and 195 dogs at Lester S Martin – L & M Kennels. The most recent count was 145 dogs on March 24, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date	Licence	Type	Dogs counted	Inspector findings
September 15, 2014	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	154 dogs	None
July 29, 2015	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	163 dogs	None
May 24, 2016	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	147 dogs	None
March 6, 2017	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	150 dogs	None
February 8, 2018	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	155 dogs	None
September 21, 2018	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	148 dogs	None
February 22, 2019	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	188 dogs	None
February 25, 2019	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	193 dogs	None
September 18, 2019	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	166 dogs	None
January 6, 2020	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	151 dogs	None
February 4, 2020	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	140 dogs	None
August 12, 2020	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	195 dogs	None
February 25, 2021	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	153 dogs	None
May 24, 2021	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	160 dogs	None
July 27, 2021	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	159 dogs	None
February 23, 2022	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	135 dogs	None
March 28, 2022	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	156 dogs	None
November 3, 2022	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	153 dogs	None
November 15, 2022	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	144 dogs	1 finding
March 10, 2023	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	155 dogs	None
June 28, 2023	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	136 dogs	None
October 11, 2023	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	151 dogs	None
January 23, 2024	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	161 dogs	None
March 4, 2024	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	146 dogs	1 finding
May 22, 2024	USDA 23-A-0572	Re-license inspection	142 dogs	None
July 19, 2024	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	118 dogs	None
November 13, 2024	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	153 dogs	None
January 16, 2025	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	131 dogs	None
August 12, 2025	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	137 dogs	None
September 2, 2025	USDA 23-A-0572	Routine inspection	141 dogs	None
March 24, 2026	Pennsylvania 04185	Routine inspection	145 dogs	None

What inspectors wrote

November 15, 2022 — Routine inspection, USDA 23-A-0572

144 dogs recorded (121 adults · 23 puppies).

Adult dog vaccine dates missing
There were no dates recorded for the administration of distemper and parvovirus vaccines for the adult dogs. Failure to keep and maintain records on the dates and administration of all vaccines and treatments makes it difficult to determine when the dogs were last vaccinated or received treatments. Licensee must keep and maintain records of the names and dates of all vaccines and treatments administered to adult dogs. Correct by November 26, 2022.

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March 4, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 23-A-0572

146 dogs recorded (107 adults · 39 puppies).

Ten dogs not officially identified
There were 7 young dogs and 3 older adult dogs that were not officially identified by means of a tag, tattoo, or microchip. Failure to officially identify all dogs on premises makes it difficult to keep track of animals. Licensee must ensure that all dogs over 16 weeks of age are officially identified with a tag, tattoo, or microchip. Correct by March 16, 2024.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Lester S Martin – L & M Kennels been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 31 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Lester S Martin – L & M Kennels keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, March 24, 2026, inspectors counted 145 dogs (104 adults · 41 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What licences does Lester S Martin – L & M Kennels hold?

USDA licence 23-A-0572 — expires 8/13/2027
Pennsylvania licence 04185 — expires 12/31/2026

Related Kennels

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Calvin Zimmerman – American Trail Dogs	New Holland, PA	Nearby · 1 mi	24 dogs	1 note
Kathryn S Martin – Sunnyside Puppies	New Holland, PA	Nearby · 1 mi	19 dogs	No notes
Susan Hoover – Butter Fly KennelHH	Ephrata, PA	Nearby · 1 mi	30 dogs	6 notes
Curvin Martin – Curvin and Ruthann Martin	New Holland, PA	Nearby · 1 mi	60 dogs	1 note

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