Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead

Manheim, PA

Multiple Licenses at Address

Breeder Snapshot

Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Manheim, Pennsylvania. Pawthenticity has 10 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2021. The most recent was December 16, 2025, with 190 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 2 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
Recent Dog Total
190
USDA Citations
2
USDA License
23-A-0737
USDA License Exp
6/2/2027

Breed(s) Offered

According to public sources, Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead raises the following breed(s): Bichon Frise, Mini Poodle, Shih Tzu, Zuchon (Teddy Bear).

Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.

USDA Inspections

USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.

Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead — USDA License 23-A-0737
  1. 🚫 Access
    “A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 11:45 am to 12:30 pm on December 6, 2023.”
  2. 🚫 Access
    “A responsible adult was not available to accompany APHIS Officials during the inspection process at 11:00am on September 2, 2025.”
Other USDA licenses at this address
USDA License 23-A-0694 (Crowwoods Homestead LLC) is listed at the same address. This licensee's inspection reports are shown below for transparency.

Counts include adults and puppies. Color reflects kennel size (green 1–49, yellow 50–149, red 150+) — not citations.

Records last reviewed May 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 23-A-0737. The license expiration date on file is 6/2/2027. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 190 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 2 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead located?
Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead's facility is registered in Manheim, PA according to USDA records.
Has Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead held more than one USDA license?
Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead's current USDA license is 23-A-0737. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Samuel K Zook — Crowwoods Homestead's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.

Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.

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