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Dog breeder in Mill Hall, PA. 18 dogs at last count. Pennsylvania inspectors cited 18 problems across 34 reports. Every report is free to read.
Mill Hall, Pennsylvania
Dog breeder in Mill Hall, PA. 18 dogs at last count. Pennsylvania inspectors cited 18 problems across 34 reports. Every report is free to read.
Mervin J Esh – Sunny Meadow Puppies is linked to 34 public inspection reports, carrying 18 inspector findings, from November 2018 to August 2026.
Across 34 inspections between November 2018 and August 2026, inspectors recorded between 10 dogs and 45 dogs at Mervin J Esh – Sunny Meadow Puppies. The most recent count was 18 dogs on August 18, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 2, 2018 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| March 15, 2019 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 22 dogs | None |
| September 5, 2019 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | None |
| March 11, 2020 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| June 1, 2020 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| October 13, 2020 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 23 dogs | None |
| October 13, 2020 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 38 dogs | None |
| March 8, 2021 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| March 8, 2021 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| August 23, 2021 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 22 dogs | None |
| August 23, 2021 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 45 dogs | None |
| March 3, 2022 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | None |
| March 3, 2022 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 34 dogs | None |
| August 8, 2022 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 28 dogs | None |
| August 8, 2022 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| April 4, 2023 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| April 4, 2023 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| September 22, 2023 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| September 22, 2023 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 21 dogs | None |
| March 14, 2024 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| March 14, 2024 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 22 dogs | None |
| July 2, 2024 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 20 dogs | None |
| July 2, 2024 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 37 dogs | None |
| March 20, 2025 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| March 20, 2025 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 36 dogs | None |
| November 7, 2025 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| November 7, 2025 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 28 dogs | None |
| April 1, 2026 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 12 dogs | None |
| April 1, 2026 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | 1 finding |
| April 30, 2026 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| August 12, 2026 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | 5 findings |
| August 12, 2026 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | 4 findings |
| August 18, 2026 | Pennsylvania 17467 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | 5 findings |
| August 18, 2026 | Pennsylvania 16421 | Routine inspection | 18 dogs | 3 findings |
16 dogs recorded (12 adults · 4 puppies).
Kennel owner did not possess accurate and complete records for several adult dogs and puppies in the kennel.
18 dogs recorded (12 adults · 6 puppies).
Warden viewed enclosures with dirt, hair, and other debris buildup.
Warden viewed large piles of old feces on the ground surface beneath primary enclosures not removed on a daily basis.
Warden viewed excessive amounts of deceased flies throughout the kennel and large amounts of old feces beneath primary enclosures on the exterior part of enclosures.
Warden observed several dogs with excessive matting of the fur.
Warden was unable to view a current and valid rabies vaccination certificate for all dogs kept in the kennel, as required.
10 dogs recorded (10 adults · 0 puppies).
Warden viewed enclosures with dirt and debris build-up.
Warden viewed large amounts of rodent feces throughout the entire kennel, inside and outside. The kennel building containing dogs had clutter, dirt, and cobwebs throughout. The outside exercise yards contained tall grass and weeds that had not been trimmed in some time.
Warden viewed several dogs with excessively matted fur.
Warden was unable to view a current and valid rabies vaccination for, at least, three (3) dogs in the kennel.
10 dogs recorded (10 adults · 0 puppies).
Warden viewed dirt build up and debris inside primary enclosures.
Warden observed multiple deceased rats, and some live rats in the kennel building.
There were large amounts of rodent feces throughout the entire kennel, inside and outside.
The kennel building containing dogs had clutter, dirt, and cobwebs throughout.
The outside exercise yards contained tall grass and weeds that had not been trimmed in some time.
18 dogs recorded (12 adults · 6 puppies).
Warden viewed enclosures with dirt, hair, and other debris buildup.
Warden viewed large piles of old feces on the ground surface beneath primary enclosures not removed on a daily basis.
Warden viewed excessive amounts of deceased flies throughout the kennel and large amounts of old feces beneath primary enclosures on the exterior part of enclosures.
Yes. Inspectors recorded 18 problems across 34 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
At the most recent inspection on file, August 18, 2026, inspectors counted 18 dogs (12 adults · 6 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
Kennels near this one, and others recording the same breeds.
| Kennel | Location | Why related | Dogs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Fisher – Peaceful Acre Puppies | Mill Hall, PA | Nearby · 3 mi | 15 dogs | No notes |
| Kathryn Miller | Mill Hall, PA | Nearby · 4 mi | 11 dogs | No notes |
| Martha B King – Sweetie Paws Puppies | Mill Hall, PA | Nearby · 4 mi | 17 dogs | No notes |
| Fannie Stoltzfus – Eagle Valley Puppies | Beech Creek, PA | Nearby · 5 mi | 6 dogs | No notes |
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