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Dog breeder in Dornsife, PA. 100 dogs at last count. Pennsylvania inspectors cited 2 problems across 6 reports. Every report is free to read.
Melvin Lapp – Paw Tale Puppies
Dornsife, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania state records
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Melvin Lapp – Paw Tale Puppies is linked to 6 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from February 2024 to June 2026.
Across 6 inspections between February 2024 and June 2026, inspectors recorded between 61 dogs and 102 dogs at Melvin Lapp – Paw Tale Puppies. The most recent count was 100 dogs on June 24, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 28, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18520 | Routine inspection | 61 dogs | None |
| October 1, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18520 | Routine inspection | 74 dogs | None |
| March 20, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18520 | Routine inspection | 101 dogs | None |
| September 19, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18520 | Routine inspection | 102 dogs | None |
| March 18, 2026 | Pennsylvania 18520 | Routine inspection | 79 dogs | 2 findings |
| June 24, 2026 | Pennsylvania 18520 | Routine inspection | 100 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
March 18, 2026 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18520
79 dogs recorded (49 adults · 30 puppies).
- Dog transferred from out-of-state without CVI
Wardens viewed that the kennel owner had transferred 1 dog over 8 weeks of age from out of state that were not accompanied by a proper CVI as required.
- Primary enclosure too small for multiple dogs
Wardens viewed a multiple primary enclosure that housed multiple dogs which did not meet the minimum amount of floor space as required in this section.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Melvin Lapp – Paw Tale Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 6 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Melvin Lapp – Paw Tale Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, June 24, 2026, inspectors counted 100 dogs (34 adults · 66 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Melvin Lapp – Paw Tale Puppies hold?
- Pennsylvania licence 18520 — expires 12/31/2026
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