Breeder Database / New York
Updated April 30, 2026

Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines

Dundee, New York

USDA licensedNew York state records

Breeder snapshot

Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines is linked to 21 public inspection reports from USDA and New York.

Breed(s)

Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Mini Poodle, Poodle, Yorkipoo
Latest inspectionApril 30, 2026
Latest Dog Count3216 adults · 16 puppies
USDA licenses — 2 on file21-A-0083, 21-A-0233
New York license1271
Exp. 2/19/2027
Inspections on file17 USDA · 4 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 Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines is linked to 21 public inspection reports, carrying 50 inspector findings, from January 2015 to April 2026.

Across 21 inspections between January 2015 and April 2026, inspectors recorded between 22 dogs and 73 dogs at Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines. The most recent count was 32 dogs on April 30, 2026.

Every public inspection on file, oldest first
DateLicenceTypeDogs countedInspector findings
January 20, 2015USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection48 dogsNone
December 14, 2015USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection38 dogs2 findings
May 17, 2017USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection73 dogs7 findings
June 19, 2018USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection39 dogsNone
August 21, 2019USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection36 dogs9 findings
December 18, 2019USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection35 dogsNone
September 14, 2020USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection44 dogsNone
October 20, 2021USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection39 dogs9 findings
January 20, 2022USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection29 dogs3 findings
April 28, 2022USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection50 dogs1 finding
July 28, 2022USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection35 dogsNone
October 19, 2022USDA 21-A-0083Routine inspection23 dogsNone
June 2, 2023USDA 21-A-0233Pre-license inspection33 dogsNone
April 24, 2024USDA 21-A-0233Routine inspection45 dogs3 findings
March 25, 2025USDA 21-A-0233Routine inspection42 dogs3 findings
July 24, 2025USDA 21-A-0233Routine inspection35 dogs4 findings
November 19, 2025USDA 21-A-0233Routine inspection22 dogs3 findings
January 28, 2026New York 1271Routine inspection40 dogs3 findings
February 6, 2026New York 1271Routine inspection43 dogsNone
April 9, 2026New York 1271Routine inspection41 dogs3 findings
April 30, 2026New York 1271Routine inspection32 dogsNone

What inspectors wrote

December 14, 2015 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0083

38 dogs recorded (26 adults · 12 puppies).

  • Birthing room feeders with mice feces

    The whelping room needs to be addressed. There are several enclosures that are empty but still have feeders with food in them and the box needs to be cleaned. These feeders with food had evidence of mice feces and empty enclosures with food promote breeding and living areas for pests. *** Some of the walls of the whelping boxes with dogs have a layer of grime that needs to be wiped down and additionally some of the feeders need to be cleaned more frequently.

  • Tools and debris under enclosures

    The main kennel building needs to have the area underneath the wood enclosures cleaned out. There is an accumulation of miscellaneous tools and items that need to be removed to keep the area in good repair and reduce living areas for pests.

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May 17, 2017 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0083

73 dogs recorded (29 adults · 44 puppies).

  • Dog with moderate dental tartar

    Dog identified as ID #4089 had red gums and moderate dental tartar calculus on the majority of its teeth.

  • Interdigital cyst on right rear paw

    The same dog also had an inter-digital cyst on the right rear paw, this can cause unnecessary pain or discomfort.

  • Unlabeled medications on site

    There are currently medications within the facility that are not labeled with any veterinary instructions or directions with how to use them or who they should be used for. These include PPG and an eye ointment.

  • Chewed PVC water pipes

    Cut holes in the PVC pipes used in the kennel cages for supplying water to the dogs were worn in some areas from being overly chewed on. These worn areas of the pipes displayed jagged edges that can injure the dogs when drinking, in addition these chewed areas can trap debris and cannot be properly sanitized.

  • Worn wire mesh and rusted doors

    The wire mesh coating on the floor and door panels of some of the kennels was coming off. Some of these door panels were showing signs of rust which can over time affect the structural integrity of the doors.

  • Birthing kennel wood frame chewed

    The seal on the wood frame in the whelping kennels have deep and extensive scratch and chew marks on them which exposes the unsealed wood underneath. These areas are no longer impervious to moisture and now cannot be properly cleaned and sanitized. Routine maintenance and repair of any surface in contact with the animals must be impervious to moisture to ensure proper cleaning and sanitation to prevent the spread of disease. To be corrected by June 18, 2017.

  • Grime along kennel and birthing feeders

    There was a layer of grime and debris along several of the feeders in the main kennel and whelping room. These feeders need to be cleaned and sanitized at least once every 2 weeks to reduce this accumulation of grime and for the health of the dogs. To be corrected by May 25, 2017.

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August 21, 2019 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0083

36 dogs recorded (18 adults · 18 puppies).

  • Center wire mesh broken, wires protruding

    One of the center wire mesh panels between two enclosures is in disrepair with broken wires that are protruding into the enclosures. These enclosures must be maintained in good repair for the safety of the dogs. Correct by: Aug 24, 2019

  • Birthing box carpet soaked with urine

    The carpets in a few whelping boxes, have fresh shavings, but the carpet underneath is soaked with urine resulting in a strong ammonia odor in the whelping room. These carpets must be replaced when soiled to keep the puppies dry and clean. Correct by: Aug 22, 2019

  • Wood surfaces not resistant to moisture

    Several enclosures in the kennel using wood surfaces are no longer impervious to moisture. These areas include whelping boxes or interior boxes in the main kennel, or wooden frames and doors for the outodoor enclosures.

  • Wire mesh flooring showing rust

    In addition, several sections of the wire mesh flooring is no longer coated wire, and the exposed wire is showing signs of rust.

  • Main kennel hair and feces buildup

    The main kennel is not being sanitized on a routine basis of every two weeks as evidence by the build up of hair and feces when mats were pulled back or items in the boxes were moved. In the whelping room, the floors underneath the carpets were dirty and not being cleaned. The schedule of cleaning for the facility needs to be addressed and enclosures cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks to prevent an accumulation of dirt, debris, food waste, excreta, and other disease hazards. Correct by: Sept 10, 2019

  • Dead flies on window ledges

    The whelping room has an accumulation of dead flies on the window ledges which should be removed.

  • Food in feeders of empty enclosures

    Several enclosures were empty but still had food in feeders which can be an attractant to pests.

  • Empty enclosures dirty

    Several enclosures were empty but still dirty and need to be cleaned to reduce odors in the kennel.

  • Weeds under outdoor enclosures

    There was an accumulation of weeds underneath the outdoor section of enclosures that need to be controlled to reduce living areas for pests.

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October 20, 2021 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0083

39 dogs recorded (24 adults · 15 puppies).

  • White female Bichon circling

    A white female Bichon with no id, was circling in the outside portion of her enclosure for an extended period of time, each time she came outside. The licensee stated that he had noticed she started this behavior but did not recognize it as an abnormal behavior and had not communicated it to the veterinarian.

  • Cavalier male with small hip mass

    A cavalier male id #602620026 has a small round mass on the left hip just under the skin. The licensee did not notice this until it was pointed out by the inspector.

  • Cavalier enclosure door gap

    A wire mesh panel on the outside door of a Cavalier enclosure is only secured in one spot to the wood frame. This has created a gap on either side of the door that allows the dog to get an appendage out of and could cause potential injury.

  • Wire mesh top with broken wires

    *** There is a wire mesh top over the last outdoor enclosure on the back side of the kennel that ends half way over the enclosure. The end of the mesh has several areas of broken wire that are protruding into the enclosure and could cause potential injury to the dogs.

  • Shelter box wood chewed through

    *** There are several sections of wood inside the shelter boxes that are heavily worn through chewing or scratching directly over the feeders. These areas no longer enable the surfaces to be readily cleaned and sanitized and are not in good repair.

  • Plastic paneling cracked, sharp points

    *** Several sections of the plastic paneling over the wood in a few boxes are in disrepair and are cracked and chewed causing sharp points and exposing surfaces that cannot be effectively cleaned and sanitized.

  • Female Bichon cracked plastic crate

    *** A green plastic crate in the female bichon’s enclosure that was circling is cracked on the top with a hole in the middle and has sharp edges that could potentially cause injury.

  • Mold and old food in shelters

    The shelter boxes in the main kennel have an excessive amount of old food around the box and there is evidence of mold growing on some of the food. Food waste must be removed from the primary enclosure daily to keep the enclosure clean and for the health of the dogs. Correct by: Oct 22, 2021

  • Grime on shift doors, dirty buckets

    There is a layer of grime on multiple shift doors that needs to be cleaned. Several of the enclosures have buckets or crates in the sheltered area of the enclosure which are dirty with an accumulation of dust and debris on the items. These items and the enclosures must be cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks or as often as necessary to prevent this accumulation of dirt, debris and food waste to prevent disease hazards and for the health of the dogs. Correct by: Nov 3, 2021

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January 20, 2022 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0083

29 dogs recorded (23 adults · 6 puppies).

  • Shelter doors propped open

    The ambient temperature outside at the time of the inspection was 12 deg F. The indoor portion of the sheltered facility was approximately 68 deg F during the inspection. The sheltered boxes for the dogs are fully enclosed with a top that lifts off and inside the box there is a metal shift door that opens to the outdoor portion of the run. For three sheltered boxes, the shift doors were propped open with a wood block to assist dogs going in and out of the box. When a kestrel handheld reader was left in the box for 10 minutes, the temperature in the box read 35 deg F. In keeping the door propped open, this shelter does not adequately protect the dogs from the elements at all times to protect their health. Doors provided need to be able to open and close appropriately to maintain heat in the box. The licensee stated they would move dogs who could not work the doors effectively to the heated whelping building by end of day. Correct by: Jan 21, 2022

  • Chewed wood and cracked panels (Repeat)

    There are still several sections of wood inside the shelter boxes that are heavily worn through chewing or scratching directly over the feeders. These areas no longer enable the surfaces to be readily cleaned and sanitized and are not in good repair. *** Several sections of the plastic paneling over the wood in a few boxes are in disrepair and are cracked and chewed causing sharp points and exposing surfaces that cannot be effectively cleaned and sanitized.

  • Feces and excess food in shelter boxes (Repeat)

    The shelter boxes in the main kennel are not being spot cleaned daily and a few have excess food that needs to be removed and one box had excess feces and food that needs to be removed and cleaned. Fecal and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily to keep the enclosure clean and for the health of the dogs.

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April 28, 2022 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0083

50 dogs recorded (24 adults · 26 puppies).

  • Sheltered box doors propped open (Repeat)

    The ambient temperature outside at the time of the inspection was 37 deg F. The licensee had turned off the heat for the indoor portion of the sheltered facility. The sheltered boxes for the dogs are fully enclosed with a top that lifts off and inside the box there is a metal shift door that opens to the outdoor portion of the run. All the sheltered boxes had their shift doors propped open with a wood block to facilitate air flow due to the heat from the previous weekend’s high temperatures. However, since the weekend, the temperatures have gone down into the low 30’s at night. In keeping the door propped open, a draft is coming into the shelter, and it does not adequately protect the dogs from the elements to protect their health. These doors need to be able to open and close appropriately to maintain heat and reduce drafts in the shelter for the wellbeing of the dogs.

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April 24, 2024 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0233

45 dogs recorded (25 adults · 20 puppies).

  • Feces buildup in indoor boxes

    Enclosures are not being spot cleaned daily. There was a build up of feces in multiple indoor boxes that needs to be removed. Fecal and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily to prevent soiling of the dogs and reduce odors. Correct by: April 25, 2024

  • Hair and feces trapped in enclosures

    Primary enclosures are not being cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks. There is a build up of hair hanging down from the wire mesh floor. This accumulation of hair traps urine, dust and debris in and around the primary enclosures. In addition, there is feces and hair trapped between wire mesh and the wood support beams around the outdoor enclosures. These primary enclosures must be cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks for the health of the dogs. Correct by: May 1, 2024

  • Cavalier puppies rabies vaccine overdue

    The facility has two cavalier puppies that are 5 months of age. According to the vaccine schedule established by the veterinarian, they should have had their first rabies vaccine at 3 months of age. These dogs must be vaccinated per the schedule established by the attending veterinarian for their health and well being and to ensure she has adequate authority over preventative health of the kennel. Correct by: May 1, 2024

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March 25, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0233

42 dogs recorded (23 adults · 19 puppies).

  • Feces buildup in enclosures (Repeat)

    Enclosures are not being spot cleaned daily. There was a build up of feces in multiple indoor boxes that needs to be removed in both the whelping room and main kennel. Additionally, there was feces that is not falling through the wire mesh portion of the runs that also needs to be removed. Fecal and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily to prevent soiling of the dogs and reduce odors.

  • Hair and feces trapped around enclosures (Repeat)

    Primary enclosures are not being cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks. There is a build up of hair hanging down from the wood support beams in the whelping room that contains shavings. In addition, there is feces and hair trapped between wire mesh and the wood support beams around the outdoor enclosures. This accumulation of hair traps urine, dust, shavings and debris in and around the primary enclosures which can contribute to a strong odor of ammonia in and around the kennel. These primary enclosures must be cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks for the health of the dogs.

  • Birthing room dust and trash

    Housekeeping in the whelping room needs to be addressed. There is a layer of dust and debris along the door frames and tops of enclosures. There is discarded trash (Q-tips) on the floor that was not placed in a trash receptacle but left among the shavings after being used. There are multiple empty enclosures with food receptacles containing food that is now caked with dust. These empty enclosures that are adjacent to enclosures containing dogs need to be kept clean to facilitate good housekeeping practices for the overall health of the dogs in the whelping room. Correct by: April 1, 2025

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July 24, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0233

35 dogs recorded (22 adults · 13 puppies).

  • Wooden kennel door gap

    A wooden kennel door on the back side of the main outdoor area is broken at the base corner of the door creating a gap under the wire mesh. This door needs to be repaired to adequately contain the dog for its safety. Correct by: July 28, 2025

  • Feces and food waste in enclosures (Repeat)

    Enclosures are still not being spot cleaned daily. There was evidence of feces in multiple indoor boxes that need to be removed in both the whelping room and main kennel and the color and amount of feces indicated that it is not being done daily. Additionally, there were feces that is not falling through the wire mesh portion of the runs that also needs to be removed. ** A few of the sheltered box style enclosures had an accumulation of food waste that was on the floor also not being removed through daily spot cleaning. Fecal and food waste must be removed from primary enclosures daily to prevent soiling of the dogs and reduce odors.

  • Enclosures not cleaned every two weeks (Repeat)

    Primary enclosures are still not being cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks. There is a buildup of hair hanging down from the wood support beams in the whelping room that contains shavings. This accumulation of shavings hair traps urine, dust and debris in and around the primary enclosures which can contribute to a strong odor of ammonia in and around the whelping room. ** In the main kennel the sheltered box style enclosure has an accumulation of grime along the stainless-steel shift doors that are not being cleaned and the floors have excess shavings and feces underneath crates and buckets placed in the box that are not being cleaned. These primary enclosures must be cleaned and sanitized at least once every two weeks for the health of the dogs.

  • Empty enclosures with caked food and feces (Repeat)

    Housekeeping in the whelping room and in the main kennel needs to be addressed. In the whelping room, there is still a layer of dust and debris along the door frames and tops of enclosures. The window stills in the whelping room have an abundance of dead flies that are not being removed. **There are multiple empty enclosures with food receptacles containing food that is now caked with dust or have remnants of mouse droppings in the receptacles in both the whelpling room and main kennel area. These empty enclosures also contain feces that were never removed or cleaned. These empty enclosures are adjacent to enclosures containing dogs and need to be kept clean to facilitate good housekeeping practices for the overall health of the dogs in the whelping room.

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November 19, 2025 — Routine inspection, USDA 21-A-0233

22 dogs recorded (22 adults).

  • Dog food stored on ground

    Three bags of food were being stored on the ground in the sheltered portion of the kennel. Per this requirement, food must not be stored in the animal area unless it is currently in use and must be stored off the floor. Storage of food supplies must be addressed to adequately protect the food supplies for the health of the dogs. Correct by: Nov 20, 2025

  • Buckets and mesh box crowd shelter

    The licensee has been trying to deter dogs from soiling their shelter box by adding large buckets and a plastic mesh box. The size and number of these items in the box has reduced the usable floor space and no longer allows two dogs to sit, stand and lie down in a normal manner or turn about freely. These items need to be removed from the shelter to allow both dogs the ability to access the shelter in colder temperatures and move around comfortable for their well being. Correct by: Nov 20, 2025

  • Feces piled under enclosures (Repeat)

    The wire mesh outdoor enclosures are not being spot cleaned daily as there is old feces not falling through the wire mesh. In addition, there is a large accumulation of feces that is underneath the wire mesh enclosures that is not being removed as needed to prevent the accumulation. This needs to be addressed and feces removed daily to prevent the dogs from becoming soiled.

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January 28, 2026 — Routine inspection, New York 1271

40 dogs recorded (20 adults · 20 puppies).

  • Temperature not regulated (Critical)

    Temperature not regulated sufficiently to protect all animals from extreme temperatures.

  • Clean, fresh water not available (Critical)

    Regular access to clean, fresh water not available for all animals.

  • Female Poodle no rabies certificate (Critical)

    No rabies vaccination certificate for female Poodle "Princess #6710" DOB 5/2/20.

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April 9, 2026 — Routine inspection, New York 1271

41 dogs recorded (21 adults · 20 puppies).

  • Male red Mini Poodle missing rabies vaccination (Critical)

    Male red Mini Poodle "Roger 26-02" DOB 11/30/25 missing rabies vaccination.

  • Female Yorkie-Poo health finding undisclosed

    Veterinary health finding not disclosed on information statement for female Yorkie-Poo "2617" DOB 12/30/25.

  • Male red Mini Poodle missing municipal license (Critical)

    Male red Mini Poodle "Roger 26-02" DOB 11/30/25 missing municipal license.

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Questions people ask about this kennel

Has Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines been cited by inspectors?

Yes. Inspectors recorded 50 problems across 21 visits, 9 of them repeats of earlier ones. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.

How many dogs does Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines keep?

At the most recent inspection on file, April 30, 2026, inspectors counted 32 dogs (16 adults · 16 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.

What breeds does Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines raise?

The records name Bichon Frise, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Mini Poodle, Poodle, Yorkipoo. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.

What licences does Samuel Z Brubacker – Red Oak Canines hold?

  • New York licence 1271 — expires 2/19/2027
  • USDA licence 21-A-0083 — Cancelled 4/20/2023
  • USDA licence 21-A-0233 — Cancelled 3/13/2026

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