Breeder Database / New York
Updated June 23, 2026

Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY

Penn Yan, New York

USDA licensedNew York state records

Breeder snapshot

Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY is linked to 19 public inspection reports from USDA and New York.

Breed(s)

Bichon Frise, Dachshund, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle, Shiba Inu
Latest inspectionJune 23, 2026
Latest Dog Count6049 adults · 11 puppies
USDA licenses — 2 on file21-A-0209, 21-A-0155
New York license1179
Exp. 6/10/2026
Inspections on file8 USDA · 11 New York

Inspection Summary

Inspection Dog Counts

Dogs counted
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Inspection Report Details

DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport

All inspections and findings in full

Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY is linked to 19 public inspection reports, carrying 11 inspector findings, from December 2014 to June 2026.

Across 16 inspections between December 2014 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 18 dogs and 125 dogs at Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY. The most recent count was 60 dogs on March 19, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
December 19, 2014USDA 21-A-0155Routine inspection18 dogsNone
December 7, 2015USDA 21-A-0155Attempted inspectionNo access1 finding
March 2, 2021New York 1179Routine inspection54 dogs3 findings
March 9, 2021USDA 21-A-0209Routine inspection51 dogsNone
March 24, 2021New York 1179Routine inspection49 dogs1 finding
June 4, 2021New York 1179Routine inspection89 dogsNone
September 14, 2021USDA 21-A-0209Re-license inspection78 dogsNone
June 2, 2022USDA 21-A-0209Routine inspection79 dogsNone
September 13, 2022New York 1179Routine inspection69 dogs3 findings
September 27, 2022New York 1179Routine inspection72 dogsNone
July 11, 2023New York 1179Routine inspection125 dogsNone
May 2, 2024USDA 21-A-0209Routine inspection80 dogs2 findings
June 24, 2024New York 1179Routine inspection91 dogs1 finding
July 5, 2024New York 1179Routine inspection103 dogsNone
July 24, 2024USDA 21-A-0209Re-license inspection107 dogsNone
November 18, 2025New York 1179Routine inspection67 dogsNone
March 19, 2026USDA 21-A-0209Routine inspection60 dogsNone
June 11, 2026New York 1179Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone
June 23, 2026New York 1179Attempted inspectionNot recordedNone

What inspectors wrote

December 7, 2015 — Attempted inspection, USDA 21-A-0155

0 dogs recorded (0 adults · 0 puppies).

  • Licensee no longer breeding dogs

    Upon arrival I spoke with a shop employee who informed me the licensee was no longer breeding and selling dogs. At the main facility, the inspector did not see dogs in the pens but pigs were observed.

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March 2, 2021 — Routine inspection, New York 1179

54 dogs recorded (43 adults · 11 puppies).

  • No heated birthing box (Critical)

    No whelping box availbe that would allow mother dog to spend time away from pups inside heated shelter.

  • Rabies vaccine proof missing (Critical)

    Proof of valid rabies vaccine missing for Diamond

  • Dachshund and Shiba Inu long nails

    At least 3 Dachshunds and 2 Shib Inus had long nails.

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March 24, 2021 — Routine inspection, New York 1179

49 dogs recorded (43 adults · 6 puppies).

  • Pup sold without paperwork

    One pup sold without paperwork/proof being filled out and copy given to consumer.

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September 13, 2022 — Routine inspection, New York 1179

69 dogs recorded (49 adults · 20 puppies).

  • Female Corgi rabies proof missing (Critical)

    proof of valid rabies missing for female Corgi "CInderella" DOB 4/28/22

  • Female Corgi health exam missing (Critical)

    Proof of valid health exam missing for female Corgi "Cinderella" DOB 4/28/22.

  • Male Poodles exam over 5 days (Critical)

    Health exam not completed within 5 days of reciept for male Poodle "Beauty" DOB 6/5/22 and male Poodle "Blossum" DOB 6/5/22.

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May 2, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0209

80 dogs recorded (52 adults · 28 puppies).

  • Dirty dens and food bowls

    The primary enclosure den/shelter area and the food bowls are not being cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks. Several of the dens and bowls are dirty with a layer of grime and debris. These dens and food bowls must be cleaned and sanitized at the minimum frequency of every two weeks or more often to reduce the grime and debris in the dens. This needs to be addressed for the health of the animals. Correct by: May 16, 2024

  • Ants and flies in dens

    In dens # 30 and 31 there was an infestation of ants in the den box, around and in the food bowl. In den #46, there was an accumulation of flies around a female and her puppies. There is currently no program or measures being taken to mitigates pests in these dens. This needs to be addressed to reduce contamination by pests and for the comfort of the dogs. Correct by: May 7, 2024

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June 24, 2024 — Routine inspection, New York 1179

91 dogs recorded (46 adults · 45 puppies).

  • Missing rabies certificates: Bichon Frise, Poodles (Critical)

    Rabies vaccination certificate not available for on-site female Bichon Frise "#5425" DOB 2/3/24, and the following sold dogs: female Poodle "2284" & "2294" DOB 6/5/22, male Poodle "1966" DOB 9/23/21, male Poodles "5413" & "5414" DOB 2/9/24, and male Poodles "5396" & "5437" DOB 2/9/24

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 11 problems across 19 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, March 19, 2026, inspectors counted 60 dogs (49 adults · 11 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY raise?

The records name Bichon Frise, Dachshund, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle, Shiba Inu. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Samuel H Zimmerman – Penn Yan, NY hold?

  • USDA licence 21-A-0209 — expires 10/10/2027
  • USDA licence 21-A-0155 — Cancelled 2/9/2016
  • New York licence 1179 — expires 6/10/2026

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