Breeder snapshot
Dog breeder in Danville, PA. 53 dogs at last count. Pennsylvania inspectors cited 10 problems across 9 reports. Every report is free to read.
Merlin Newswanger – Glad Tidings Kennel
Danville, Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania state records
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Exp. 12/31/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Merlin Newswanger – Glad Tidings Kennel is linked to 9 public inspection reports, carrying 10 inspector findings, from February 2024 to August 2026.
Across 9 inspections between February 2024 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 29 dogs and 72 dogs at Merlin Newswanger – Glad Tidings Kennel. The most recent count was 53 dogs on August 25, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 7, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| September 10, 2024 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 72 dogs | None |
| March 20, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 67 dogs | 2 findings |
| June 17, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 64 dogs | 3 findings |
| August 20, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 51 dogs | None |
| December 18, 2025 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 58 dogs | None |
| June 4, 2026 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 57 dogs | 3 findings |
| July 1, 2026 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 51 dogs | 2 findings |
| August 25, 2026 | Pennsylvania 18511 | Routine inspection | 53 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
March 20, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18511
67 dogs recorded (40 adults · 27 puppies).
- Feces throughout kennel, near puppies
Warden viewed excreta throughout the kennel especially in the area where the puppies were being housed.
- Excessive waste buildup with flies
Warden viewed areas throughout the kennel that had an excessive build-up of hair, feces and other waste. Specifically, areas around, between and under enclosures where the hair and feces had been, prior to this inspection, sprayed out of enclosures and not removed from the surrounding area. There was a very large number of flies that were viewed throughout the kennel flying around these areas of excessive waste build up indicating an ineffective program and unsanitary environmental sanitation in the kennel.
June 17, 2025 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18511
64 dogs recorded (36 adults · 28 puppies).
- Feces throughout kennel
Wardens viewed excreta throughout the kennel especially in the area where the puppies were being housed.
- Primary enclosures with feces, hair
Wardens viewed primary enclosures that were riddled with feces and built up with hair, dirt, debris, etc.
- Waste buildup with many flies
Wardens viewed areas throughout the kennel that had an excessive build-up of hair, feces and other waste. Specifically, areas around, between and under enclosures where the hair and feces had been, prior to this inspection, sprayed out of enclosures and not removed from the surrounding area. There was a very large number of flies that were viewed throughout the kennel flying around these areas of excessive waste build up indicating an ineffective program and unsanitary environmental sanitation in the kennel.
June 4, 2026 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18511
57 dogs recorded (50 adults · 7 puppies).
- Multiple dogs with visible dental disease
Wardens viewed several dogs that were in need of dental care.
- Multiple-dog enclosure too small
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.
- Vet exam ordered for one dog
A veterinary examination was ordered on (1) dog under section 402 (a) based on the warden's observations of the condition of dogs during an inspection. Kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within the 72 hour timeframe.
July 1, 2026 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 18511
51 dogs recorded (43 adults · 8 puppies).
- Dogs moved before inspection
Wardens viewed that dogs were being moved after discovery of our arrival prior to starting the kennel inspections. Kennel owner later admitted to entering the kennel and moving dogs before allowing wardens to enter.
- Vet exam ordered for one dog
A veterinary examination was ordered on (1) dog under section 402 (a) based on the warden's observations of the condition of dogs during an inspection. Kennel is in compliance with section 402(d) because the veterinary examination was completed within the 72 hour timeframe.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Merlin Newswanger – Glad Tidings Kennel been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 10 problems across 9 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Merlin Newswanger – Glad Tidings Kennel keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, August 25, 2026, inspectors counted 53 dogs (40 adults · 13 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Merlin Newswanger – Glad Tidings Kennel hold?
- Pennsylvania licence 18511 — expires 12/31/2026
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