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German Shepherd breeder in Clyde, NY. 36 dogs at last count. New York inspectors cited 13 problems across 18 reports. Every report is free to read.
Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels
Clyde, New York
New York state records
Breed(s)
German Shepherd
Exp. 4/28/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels is linked to 18 public inspection reports, carrying 13 inspector findings, from April 2016 to May 2026.
Across 15 inspections between April 2016 and May 2026, inspectors recorded between 14 dogs and 47 dogs at Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels. The most recent count was 36 dogs on May 13, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 20, 2016 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| April 7, 2017 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| April 26, 2018 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| March 25, 2019 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 40 dogs | None |
| August 4, 2020 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 33 dogs | 8 findings |
| September 2, 2020 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| July 8, 2021 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| March 16, 2022 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 30 dogs | 2 findings |
| May 5, 2022 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| March 30, 2023 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 22 dogs | None |
| April 25, 2024 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 30 dogs | None |
| March 26, 2025 | New York 1022 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| June 18, 2025 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 47 dogs | 2 findings |
| September 16, 2025 | New York 1022 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| October 17, 2025 | New York 1022 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| October 31, 2025 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | 1 finding |
| November 19, 2025 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 34 dogs | None |
| May 13, 2026 | New York 1022 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
August 4, 2020 — Routine inspection, New York 1022
33 dogs recorded (15 adults · 18 puppies).
- Rust on wire crates
Minor to moderate rust on to wire crates used to kennel two adult dogs.
- Strong odor in kennels
Strong odor present where adult dogs are kept.
- Standing water in adult kennels (Critical)
All adult dog kennels had large amoounts of standing water covering 60-90% of floor on indoor portion preventing animals from keeping dry.
- Drains partially obstructed (Critical)
Some drains in middle of kennels appear to have minor hair and debris covering them.
- Adult dogs soaked in dirty water (Critical)
Standing water in all adult kennels causing all adults housed inside to be soaked/covered in dirty water to varying degrees.
- Male dog matted right hind leg (Critical)
One male dog had multiple medium to large matts on right hind end and right hind leg.
- Adult male missing annual exam (Critical)
One adult male missing annual health exam.
- Missing exercise log
Excerise log missing for dogs that go out to excerise area to meet excerise requirement.
March 16, 2022 — Routine inspection, New York 1022
30 dogs recorded (15 adults · 15 puppies · 2 other dogs).
- Odor in main dog area
Odor present in main dog area only.
- Exercise log not current
Excerise log not current.
June 18, 2025 — Routine inspection, New York 1022
47 dogs recorded (22 adults · 25 puppies).
- Primary enclosure drains poorly
Primary enclosure is not constructed to eliminate excess water, excretions and waste material.
- Odor in kennel area
Odor present in kennel area
October 31, 2025 — Routine inspection, New York 1022
31 dogs recorded (23 adults · 8 puppies).
- Female German Shepherd not treated per vet plan (Critical)
German Shepherd female " Terra" DOB 1/31/20 not being treated according to written veterinary care plan.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 13 problems across 18 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, May 13, 2026, inspectors counted 36 dogs (24 adults · 12 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels raise?
The records name German Shepherd. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels hold?
- New York licence 1022 — expires 4/28/2026
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