Breeder Database / Pennsylvania
Updated March 11, 2026

Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws

Smoketown, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania state records

Breeder snapshot

Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws is linked to 19 public inspection reports from Pennsylvania.

Breed(s)

Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionMarch 11, 2026
Latest Dog Count5339 adults · 14 puppies
USDA license
Pennsylvania license16566
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspections on file19 Pennsylvania

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
Inspection date

Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws is linked to 19 public inspection reports, carrying 54 inspector findings, from October 2018 to March 2026.

Across 19 inspections between October 2018 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 17 dogs and 75 dogs at Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws. The most recent count was 53 dogs on March 11, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
October 2, 2018Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection35 dogsNone
December 12, 2018Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection23 dogs13 findings
March 7, 2019Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection31 dogs9 findings
July 3, 2019Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection17 dogs10 findings
October 1, 2019Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection29 dogs9 findings
December 13, 2019Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection31 dogs6 findings
July 7, 2020Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection31 dogs7 findings
December 2, 2020Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection69 dogsNone
March 17, 2021Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection50 dogsNone
July 13, 2021Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection65 dogsNone
February 15, 2022Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection65 dogsNone
November 18, 2022Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection75 dogsNone
March 16, 2023Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection69 dogsNone
October 19, 2023Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection48 dogsNone
April 18, 2024Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection46 dogsNone
August 28, 2024Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection62 dogsNone
January 31, 2025Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection52 dogsNone
October 9, 2025Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection49 dogsNone
March 11, 2026Pennsylvania 16566Routine inspection53 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

December 12, 2018 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16566

23 dogs recorded (22 adults · 1 puppy).

  • Surpassed k3 transfer limits, no upgrade application

    Wardens viewed records indicating the Kennel owner surpassed the limits of a k3 non-commercial kennel type by transferring 2 dogs wholesale on February 5, 2018. Additionally, the kennel owner sold 66 dogs throughout the 2018 calendar year, which also surpasses the limit of a k3 non-commercial kennel type by transferring ownership of more than 60 dogs. There was no upgrade kennel application submitted to the Department within 7 days of either date.

  • Rusted dog doors not sanitizable

    Wardens viewed multiple dog doors that were rusted and not able to be sanitized.

  • Wooden logs not water resistant

    Wardens viewed wooden logs within multiple outside exercise enclosures that were not water resistant.

  • Live rodents inside facility

    Wardens viewed live rodents within the kennel facility during this inspection.

  • Incomplete or missing records

    Wardens viewed records that were incomplete or missing some information during this inspection.

  • Written vet care program missing

    Wardens were unable to verify a written program of Veterinary Care.

  • No smoke alarms in facility

    Wardens noted that there were no smoke alarms in the kennel facility.

  • Adult dogs without required floor space

    Wardens viewed adult dogs over 12 weeks of age that were not provided the minimum amount of floor space in the primary enclosures as required per this section.

  • Vet records not verified for all dogs

    Wardens were unable to verify veterinary records for all dogs on the premises.

  • Professional engineer certification missing

    A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.

  • Unable to verify ventilation without engineer certification

    Without a written certification from an engineer, this warden was unable to make the minimum inspection of assuring that the proper mechanical ventilation, auxiliary ventilation, or humidity control system was installed or operational.

  • No engineer certification for ventilation

    Without a written certification from an engineer, it was unknown to this warden if a proper mechanical ventilation system is installed to meet the standards required by this chapter.

  • Propane heater without carbon monoxide detector

    Wardens noted that the heat source was a propane heater which would require the presence of a carbon monoxide detector.

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March 7, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16566

31 dogs recorded (17 adults · 14 puppies).

  • Written vet care program not verified

    Wardens were unable to verify a written program of Veterinary Care.

  • No smoke alarms in kennel

    Wardens noted that there were no smoke alarms in the kennel facility.

  • Adults lacking required floor space

    Wardens viewed adult dogs over 12 weeks of age that were not provided the minimum amount of floor space in the primary enclosures as required per this section.

  • Adult dogs lacked unfettered access

    This Warden viewed adult dogs that did not unfettered clearance to an exercise area.

  • Exercise enclosures too small; home dogs no access

    This Warden viewed exercise enclosures that were too small for the size of the adult dogs in the primary enclosures. There were also 2 adult dogs with puppies in the owner's home that did not have access to any exercise area.

  • Veterinary records incomplete

    Wardens were unable to verify veterinary records for all dogs on the premises.

  • Missing engineer certification

    A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.

  • Ventilation installation unverified

    Without a written certification from an engineer, this warden was unable to make the minimum inspection of assuring that the proper mechanical ventilation, auxiliary ventilation, or humidity control system was installed or operational.

  • Propane heater without CO detector

    Wardens noted that the heat source was a propane heater which would require the presence of a carbon monoxide detector.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

July 3, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16566

17 dogs recorded (17 adults · 0 puppies).

  • No written veterinary program

    Wardens were unable to verify a written program of Veterinary Care.

  • No smoke alarms in kennel

    Wardens noted that there were no smoke alarms in the kennel facility.

  • Adult dogs lacked required floor space

    Wardens viewed adult dogs over 12 weeks of age that were not provided the minimum amount of floor space in the primary enclosures as required per this section.

  • Adult dogs lacked exercise access

    This Warden viewed adult dogs that did not unfettered clearance to an exercise area.

  • Exercise enclosures too small for adults

    This Warden viewed exercise enclosures that were too small for the size of the adult dogs in the primary enclosures.

  • Two adults with puppies lacked exercise area

    There were also 2 adult dogs with puppies in the owner's home that did not have access to any exercise area.

  • Unable to verify veterinary records

    Wardens were unable to verify veterinary records for all dogs on the premises.

  • No engineer certification present

    A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.

  • Unable to verify ventilation installation

    Without a written certification from an engineer, this warden was unable to make the minimum inspection of assuring that the proper mechanical ventilation, auxiliary ventilation, or humidity control system was installed or operational.

  • Propane heater, no carbon monoxide detector

    Wardens noted that the heat source was a propane heater which would require the presence of a carbon monoxide detector.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

October 1, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16566

29 dogs recorded (17 adults · 12 puppies).

  • No smoke alarms in kennel

    Wardens noted that there were no smoke alarms in the kennel facility.

  • Adult dogs lacking minimum floor space

    Wardens viewed adult dogs over 12 weeks of age that were not provided the minimum amount of floor space in the primary enclosures as required per this section.

  • Adult dogs blocked from exercise area

    This Warden viewed adult dogs that did not unfettered clearance to an exercise area.

  • Exercise enclosures too small

    This Warden viewed exercise enclosures that were too small for the size of the adult dogs in the primary enclosures.

  • Adults with puppies lacked exercise area

    There were also 2 adult dogs with puppies in the owner's home that did not have access to any exercise area.

  • No professional engineer certification

    A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.

  • Unable to inspect ventilation system

    Without a written certification from an engineer, this warden was unable to make the minimum inspection of assuring that the proper mechanical ventilation, auxiliary ventilation, or humidity control system was installed or operational.

  • Unknown if proper ventilation installed

    Without a written certification from an engineer, it was unknown to this warden if a proper mechanical ventilation system is installed to meet the standards required by this chapter.

  • No carbon monoxide detector present

    Wardens noted that the heat source was a propane heater which would require the presence of a carbon monoxide detector.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

December 13, 2019 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16566

31 dogs recorded (17 adults · 14 puppies).

  • Adult dogs without minimum floor space

    Wardens viewed adult dogs over 12 weeks of age that were not provided the minimum amount of floor space in the primary enclosures as required per this section.

  • Exercise enclosures too small for adults

    This Warden viewed exercise enclosures that were too small for the size of the adult dogs in the primary enclosures.

  • Two adults with puppies lacked exercise area

    There were also 2 adult dogs with puppies in the owner's home that did not have access to any exercise area.

  • No written professional engineer certification

    A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.

  • Unable to verify ventilation system

    Without a written certification from an engineer, this warden was unable to make the minimum inspection of assuring that the proper mechanical ventilation, auxiliary ventilation, or humidity control system was installed or operational.

  • Ventilation compliance unknown without certification

    Without a written certification from an engineer, it was unknown to this warden if a proper mechanical ventilation system is installed to meet the standards required by this chapter.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

July 7, 2020 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 16566

31 dogs recorded (17 adults · 14 puppies).

  • Adult dogs under minimum space

    Wardens viewed adult dogs over 12 weeks of age that were not provided the minimum amount of floor space in the primary enclosures as required per this section.

  • No unobstructed exit to exercise

    Wardens viewed a few dogs that did not have an entryway that would allow the dogs unfettered clearance out of the enclosure to an exercise area.

  • Exercise enclosures too small

    This Warden viewed exercise enclosures that were too small for the size of the adult dogs in the primary enclosures. There were also 2 adult dogs with puppies in the owner's home that did not have access to any exercise area.

  • Two dogs lacked outside exercise access

    Wardens viewed 2 dogs in different primary enclosures that did not have access to an outside exercise area as required.

  • Professional engineer certification missing

    A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.

  • Warden unable to verify ventilation

    Without a written certification from an engineer, this warden was unable to make the minimum inspection of assuring that the proper mechanical ventilation, auxiliary ventilation, or humidity control system was installed or operational.

  • Ventilation installation unknown without engineer certification

    Without a written certification from an engineer, it was unknown to this warden if a proper mechanical ventilation system is installed to meet the standards required by this chapter.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 54 problems across 19 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, March 11, 2026, inspectors counted 53 dogs (39 adults · 14 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What licences does Linda Fisher – Linda's Happy Paws hold?

  • Pennsylvania licence 16566 — expires 12/31/2026

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