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Dog breeder in Penn Yan, NY. 16 dogs at last count. New York inspectors cited 8 problems across 11 reports. Every report is free to read.
Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel
Penn Yan, New York
New York state records
Breed(s)
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund, Mini Poodle, Mini Schnauzer, Poodle, Pug, Shih Tzu
Exp. 11/12/2025
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel is linked to 11 public inspection reports, carrying 8 inspector findings, from November 2019 to December 2025.
Across 11 inspections between November 2019 and December 2025, inspectors recorded between 0 dogs and 39 dogs at Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel. The most recent count was 16 dogs on December 9, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 4, 2019 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 0 dogs | None |
| October 8, 2020 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 35 dogs | 3 findings |
| October 19, 2020 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| November 4, 2021 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 20 dogs | None |
| October 24, 2022 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| August 8, 2023 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 22 dogs | 2 findings |
| September 18, 2023 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 25 dogs | None |
| June 26, 2024 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 39 dogs | 3 findings |
| July 10, 2024 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| November 4, 2024 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| December 9, 2025 | New York 1126 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
October 8, 2020 — Routine inspection, New York 1126
35 dogs recorded (20 adults · 15 puppies).
- 9 dogs rabies proof missing (Critical)
Proof of valid rabies vaccination missing for 9 dogs.
- Adult dogs missing valid health exam (Critical)
All adults missing valid health exam.
- Pups sold without health info (Critical)
At least 6 pups sold without health problems being properly noted on information statements.
August 8, 2023 — Routine inspection, New York 1126
22 dogs recorded (15 adults · 7 puppies · 1 other dog).
- Dachshunds, Miniature Schnauzer no annual exam proof
Proof of annual health exam not available for female Dachshunds "Mindy" DOB 12/20/20, "Snickers" DOB 1/7/21, male Dachshund "Rolo" DOB 11/10/20 and female mini schnauzer " Candy" DOB 7/15/22.
- Dachshunds, Miniature Schnauzer, Miniature Poodle no license proof
Proof of current license not available for female Dachshunds "Mindy" DOB 12/20/20, "Snickers" DOB 1/7/21, "Twix" DOB 7/9/22, male Dachshund "Rolo" DOB 11/10/20, female mini schnauzer " Candy" DOB 7/15/22, and female mini poodle "Tessa" DOB 1/14/23.
June 26, 2024 — Routine inspection, New York 1126
39 dogs recorded (19 adults · 20 puppies · 1 other dog).
- Rabies certificate missing: Cavalier, Mini Poodle, Mini Schnauzer (Critical)
Rabies certificate not available for female Cavalier " Happy" DOB 3/30/22, female Mini Poodle " Tessa" DOB 1/14/23, and female Mini Schnauzer "Candy" DOB 7/15/22.
- Health exam late: Cavaliers and Pug
Health exam not completed within 5 days of receipt for male Cavailer "Rocket" DOB 6/10/23, female Cavailers "Happy" DOB 3/30/22 & "Marcie" DOB 10/7/21, and female Pug "Alice" DOB 3/2/23.
- No dog license for Cavalier, Pug, Shih Tzu
License not available for male Cavailer "Rocket" DOB 6/10/23, female Cavailers "Happy" DOB 3/30/22 & "Marcie" DOB 10/7/21, female Pug "Alice" DOB 3/2/23 and female Shih Tzu "Callie" DOB 11/1/23.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 8 problems across 11 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, December 9, 2025, inspectors counted 16 dogs (16 adults · 1 other dog). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel raise?
The records name Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund, Mini Poodle, Mini Schnauzer, Poodle, Pug, Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Marvin M Hoover – Shady Lane Kennel hold?
- New York licence 1126 — expires 11/12/2025
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