Breeder Database / New York
Updated May 13, 2026

Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels

Clyde, New York

New York state records

Breeder snapshot

Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels is linked to 18 public inspection reports from New York.

Breed(s)

German Shepherd
Latest inspectionMay 13, 2026
Latest Dog Count3624 adults · 12 puppies
USDA license
New York license1022
Exp. 4/28/2026
Inspections on file18 New York

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.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
April 20, 2016New York 1022Routine inspection23 dogsNone
April 7, 2017New York 1022Routine inspection14 dogsNone
April 26, 2018New York 1022Routine inspection17 dogsNone
March 25, 2019New York 1022Routine inspection40 dogsNone
August 4, 2020New York 1022Routine inspection33 dogs8 findings
September 2, 2020New York 1022Routine inspection18 dogsNone
July 8, 2021New York 1022Routine inspection24 dogsNone
March 16, 2022New York 1022Routine inspection30 dogs2 findings
May 5, 2022New York 1022Routine inspection23 dogsNone
March 30, 2023New York 1022Routine inspection22 dogsNone
April 25, 2024New York 1022Routine inspection30 dogsNone
March 26, 2025New York 1022Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
June 18, 2025New York 1022Routine inspection47 dogs2 findings
September 16, 2025New York 1022Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
October 17, 2025New York 1022Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
October 31, 2025New York 1022Routine inspection31 dogs1 finding
November 19, 2025New York 1022Routine inspection34 dogsNone
May 13, 2026New York 1022Routine inspection36 dogsNone

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.

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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.

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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

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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.

Read the inspection report (PDF)

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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