Marsha & Wilson Martin – Shepherd Ark Kennels is linked to 18 public inspection reports from New York.
Breed(s)
German Shepherd
Latest inspectionMay 13, 2026Latest Dog Count3624 adults · 12 puppiesUSDA licenseNew York license1022
Exp. 4/28/2026
Inspections on file18 New York
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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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
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
Not recorded
None
June 18, 2025
New York 1022
Routine inspection
47 dogs
2 findings
September 16, 2025
New York 1022
Attempted inspection
Not recorded
None
October 17, 2025
New York 1022
Attempted inspection
Not recorded
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.
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?
We collect and organize public records from government sources, including USDA APHIS and state departments of agriculture. We do not conduct our own inspections.