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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Merlin Yoder – Millersburg, OH is linked to 8 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from June 2022 to July 2026.
Across 6 inspections between June 2022 and July 2026, inspectors recorded between 12 dogs and 25 dogs at Merlin Yoder – Millersburg, OH. The most recent count was 25 dogs on July 14, 2026.
Every public inspection on file, oldest first
Date
Licence
Type
Dogs counted
Inspector findings
June 28, 2022
USDA 31-A-0940
Pre-license inspection
21 dogs
None
March 30, 2023
USDA 31-A-0940
Attempted inspection
No access
None
May 2, 2023
USDA 31-A-0940
Routine inspection
14 dogs
None
November 18, 2024
USDA 31-A-0940
Attempted inspection
No access
None
February 18, 2025
USDA 31-A-0940
Routine inspection
12 dogs
1 finding
June 26, 2025
USDA 31-A-0940
Re-license inspection
23 dogs
None
August 19, 2025
Ohio CB002D8R
Routine inspection
19 dogs
None
July 14, 2026
USDA 31-A-0940
Routine inspection
25 dogs
1 finding
What inspectors wrote
February 18, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 31-A-0940
12 dogs recorded (12 adults · 0 puppies).
Shih Tzu vaccine records missing
The Licensee does not maintain complete medical records for all adult dogs. There were no records for the Distemper, Parvovirus, and Rabies vaccines the licensee administered last year to the following adult dogs: - Adult female Shih Tzu #4937, Adult female Shih Tzu #4939. Failure to maintain adequate medical records may interfere with the ability of APHIS officials to determine if the animals are receiving adequate veterinary care. Complete medical records must be maintained and include the names of all vaccines and treatments administered and the dates of administration. Correct by documenting all treatments given and ensure that medical records are complete and contain the required information. Correct by 25-FEB-2025.
July 14, 2026 — Routine inspection, USDA 31-A-0940
25 dogs recorded (11 adults · 14 puppies).
Medical records missing treatment names
The facility does not maintain a complete medical record for all dogs. For most puppies, the facility writes down the dates treatments are given but does not provide the names of the treatments. The facility states that the animals are up to date on vaccines and deworming treatments. Failure to maintain adequate medical records may interfere with the ability of APHIS officials to determine if the animals are receiving adequate veterinary care. Complete medical records must be maintained and include the names of all vaccines and treatments administered and the dates of administration. Correct by documenting all treatments given and ensure that medical records are complete and contain the required information. Correct by 21-JULY-2026.
Has Merlin Yoder – Millersburg, OH been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 8 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Merlin Yoder – Millersburg, OH keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, July 14, 2026, inspectors counted 25 dogs (11 adults · 14 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Merlin Yoder – Millersburg, OH raise?
The records name Shih Tzu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Merlin Yoder – Millersburg, OH 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.