Mary Esch – Lick Run Kennel is linked to 11 public inspection reports from Pennsylvania.
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Latest inspectionApril 2, 2026Latest Dog Count77 age not givenUSDA licensePennsylvania license18032
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspections on file11 Pennsylvania
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Mary Esch – Lick Run Kennel is linked to 11 public inspection reports, carrying 11 inspector findings, from June 2022 to April 2026.
Across 11 inspections between June 2022 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 7 dogs and 26 dogs at Mary Esch – Lick Run Kennel. The most recent count was 7 dogs on April 2, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
June 9, 2022
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
13 dogs
None
November 28, 2022
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
26 dogs
None
April 14, 2023
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
15 dogs
None
November 8, 2023
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
9 dogs
None
March 14, 2024
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
8 dogs
None
December 13, 2024
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
10 dogs
4 findings
December 23, 2024
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
February 25, 2025
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
14 dogs
7 findings
April 23, 2025
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
15 dogs
None
November 3, 2025
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
10 dogs
None
April 2, 2026
Pennsylvania 18032
Routine inspection
7 dogs
None
What inspectors wrote
December 13, 2024 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18032
10 dogs recorded (6 adults · 4 puppies).
Adult dog expired rabies vaccination
This Warden found one adult dog on premises with an expired rabies vaccination.
Primary enclosure not water resistant
This Warden observed 4 puppies housed in a primary enclosure which was not constructed or maintained so that it is water resistant and may be readily sanitized.
Puppy trays with mold-coated feces
This Warden found excreta accumulated in an amount that exceeded what could be produced in one day, as well as excreta coated in mold. Excreta was present in trays under the puppies' primary enclosures.
Debris and feces inside enclosure
This Warden found an accumulation of debris and excreta inside one primary enclosure.
February 25, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18032
14 dogs recorded (7 adults · 7 age not given).
Unsealed wood in dog housing
Wardens observed interior building surfaces with unsealed wood in areas housing dogs.
Fecal buildup in enclosures
Warden observed primary enclosures with buildup of fecal material and debris that was not being removed on a daily basis as required.
Enclosures not sanitized daily
Wardens observed primary enclosures with buildup of fecal material and debris that was not being sanitized daily or as often as necessary to prevent an accumulation.
Two dogs with significant matting
Wardens observed two dogs with significant matting.
Missing previous-year kennel records
Kennel owner could not provide previous year kennel records for all dogs in or through the kennel.
Missing rabies vaccination certificates
The kennel owner was missing a rabies vaccination certificates or waivers for dog in the kennel.
Vet exams ordered for two dogs
Veterinary examinations were ordered on 2 dogs under section 402(a) based on warden’s observations of the condition of the dogs during the inspection. The kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examinations were completed 4 7/2/2026 6:27 PM COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA ADLEB-21 Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Dog Law Enforcement Office Kennel Inspection within 72 hours.
Has Mary Esch – Lick Run Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 11 problems across 11 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Mary Esch – Lick Run Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 2, 2026, inspectors counted 7 dogs (7 age not given). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Mary Esch – Lick Run Kennel 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.