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Great Dane breeder in Lynn, IN. 62 dogs at last count. USDA inspectors cited 2 problems across 13 reports. Every report is free to read.
Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN
Lynn, Indiana
USDA licensed
Breed(s)
Great Dane
Exp. 5/28/2027
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN is linked to 13 public inspection reports, carrying 2 inspector findings, from May 2014 to March 2026.
Across 11 inspections between May 2014 and March 2026, inspectors recorded between 16 dogs and 62 dogs at Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN. The most recent count was 62 dogs on March 30, 2026.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2014 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Pre-license inspection #1 | 18 dogs | None |
| October 30, 2014 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| November 24, 2014 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 31 dogs | 2 findings |
| March 11, 2015 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 17 dogs | None |
| April 26, 2016 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| August 17, 2017 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| August 22, 2017 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 33 dogs | None |
| July 31, 2018 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 40 dogs | None |
| September 26, 2019 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 55 dogs | None |
| November 8, 2021 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 29 dogs | None |
| March 11, 2024 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Re-license inspection | 57 dogs | None |
| January 13, 2025 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 45 dogs | None |
| March 30, 2026 | USDA 32-A-0466 | Routine inspection | 62 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
November 24, 2014 — Routine inspection, USDA 32-A-0466
31 dogs recorded (22 adults · 9 puppies).
- Dog ID numbers missing or mismatched
The USDA ID on the dogs does not match up with the numbers recorded on the APHIS Form 7005. Dog with ID #16 is a male, but on the forms is noted to be a female. It is unclear which dog, Ellen or Sunrise, is #10. Five of the nineteen APHIS forms 7006 are missing puppy identification numbers. Date of birth, sex, breed, and description of the of the puppies are recorded, but their ID numbers are not included. Accurate records are necessary to trace animals in the event of a disease outbreak. Licensee shall make, keep, and maintain records which fully and correctly disclose the required information. Correct by: From This Day Forward
- Three Great Danes on dirt floor
Three Great Danes are housed in a stall with wooden walls and a dirt floor. These surfaces are not impervious to moisture and therefore cannot be effectively cleaned or sanitized which may expose the dogs to disease hazards. Indoor floor areas, walls, and other surfaces in contact with the animals must be impervious to moisture. Correct by: January 1, 2015
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 2 problems across 13 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, March 30, 2026, inspectors counted 62 dogs (36 adults · 26 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN raise?
The records name Great Dane. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Stephen & Mary E Stoltzfus – Lynn, IN hold?
- USDA licence 32-A-0466 — expires 5/28/2027
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