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Dog breeder in Millersburg, PA. 19 dogs at last count. Pennsylvania inspectors cited 3 problems across 15 reports. Every report is free to read.
Mervin Esch – Riverside Puppies
Millersburg, 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
Mervin Esch – Riverside Puppies is linked to 15 public inspection reports, carrying 3 inspector findings, from May 2020 to April 2026.
Across 15 inspections between May 2020 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 19 dogs and 41 dogs at Mervin Esch – Riverside Puppies. The most recent count was 19 dogs on April 7, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2020 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| December 7, 2020 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 21 dogs | None |
| June 10, 2021 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 39 dogs | None |
| December 8, 2021 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 27 dogs | None |
| June 29, 2022 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| November 16, 2022 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 41 dogs | None |
| May 24, 2023 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 39 dogs | None |
| September 29, 2023 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | 2 findings |
| October 13, 2023 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| May 2, 2024 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 25 dogs | 1 finding |
| July 3, 2024 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| November 7, 2024 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 25 dogs | None |
| June 18, 2025 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 34 dogs | None |
| December 11, 2025 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| April 7, 2026 | Pennsylvania 17474 | Routine inspection | 19 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
September 29, 2023 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17474
23 dogs recorded (17 adults · 6 puppies).
- Sold dogs missing sale dates
Kennel records showed 6 dogs that were sold but no dates of sale were written on the kennel records.
- Dog not vaccinated against rabies
This Warden observed a dog named Norman that was not vaccinated against rabies.
May 2, 2024 — Routine inspection, Pennsylvania 17474
25 dogs recorded (15 adults · 10 puppies).
- Expired rabies certificates
This Warden observed 2 dogs named Minnie and Belle with expired rabies certificates.
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Mervin Esch – Riverside Puppies been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 3 problems across 15 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Mervin Esch – Riverside Puppies keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, April 7, 2026, inspectors counted 19 dogs (13 adults · 6 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Mervin Esch – Riverside Puppies hold?
- Pennsylvania licence 17474 — expires 12/31/2026
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