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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Marvin Kauffman – Sun Valley Goldens is linked to 14 public inspection reports, carrying 14 inspector findings, from October 2021 to March 2026.
Across 14 inspections between October 2021 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 10 dogs and 39 dogs at Marvin Kauffman – Sun Valley Goldens. The most recent count was 28 dogs on March 31, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
October 5, 2021
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
22 dogs
3 findings
November 10, 2021
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
35 dogs
None
March 8, 2022
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
28 dogs
None
October 20, 2022
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
12 dogs
1 finding
November 30, 2022
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
20 dogs
None
January 24, 2023
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
18 dogs
None
August 29, 2023
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
21 dogs
None
March 21, 2024
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
37 dogs
None
September 5, 2024
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
39 dogs
5 findings
December 24, 2024
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
16 dogs
None
March 3, 2025
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
July 15, 2025
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
11 dogs
None
February 13, 2026
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
10 dogs
5 findings
March 31, 2026
Pennsylvania 17889
Routine inspection
28 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
October 5, 2021 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17889
22 dogs recorded (12 adults · 10 puppies).
No written vet care program
The written program of veterinary care was not established at the time of this inspection.
Dogs not examined every six months
The kennel owner failed to have all dogs examined by a veterinarian at least once every six months.
No engineer certification present
A written certification under the signature and seal of a professional engineer was not present.
February 13, 2026 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17889
10 dogs recorded (10 adults · 0 puppies).
Feces and hair in enclosures
Wardens viewed primary enclosures which housed dogs that had an accumulation of debris, excreta, and hair.
Feces and grime throughout kennel
Wardens viewed an accumulation of excreta, dirt, hair, and grime throughout the kennel building and the grounds surrounding the kennel.
Multiple dogs mildly matted
This warden viewed multiple dogs to have overgrown fur that was mildly matted.
Incomplete dog records
Wardens observed incomplete records for dogs being kept in the kennel.
Caked dirt and matted dogs
Wardens viewed primary enclosures and throughout the kennel building to be caked with dirt, dust, cobwebs, and grime as well as some dogs to be mildly matted.
Has Marvin Kauffman – Sun Valley Goldens been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 14 problems across 14 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Marvin Kauffman – Sun Valley Goldens keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 31, 2026, inspectors counted 28 dogs (11 adults · 17 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Marvin Kauffman – Sun Valley Goldens 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.