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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
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
October 2, 2018
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
35 dogs
None
December 12, 2018
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
23 dogs
13 findings
March 7, 2019
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
31 dogs
9 findings
July 3, 2019
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
17 dogs
10 findings
October 1, 2019
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
29 dogs
9 findings
December 13, 2019
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
31 dogs
6 findings
July 7, 2020
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
31 dogs
7 findings
December 2, 2020
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
69 dogs
None
March 17, 2021
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
50 dogs
None
July 13, 2021
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
65 dogs
None
February 15, 2022
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
65 dogs
None
November 18, 2022
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
75 dogs
None
March 16, 2023
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
69 dogs
None
October 19, 2023
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
48 dogs
None
April 18, 2024
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
46 dogs
None
August 28, 2024
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
62 dogs
None
January 31, 2025
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
52 dogs
None
October 9, 2025
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
49 dogs
None
March 11, 2026
Pennsylvania 16566
Routine inspection
53 dogs
None
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.