CaveInn Labradors
Meet the breeder
I'm PENNY G., the breeder behind CaveInn Labradors located in Ionia, IA. CaveInn Labradors, nestled in Ionia, Iowa, since 2004, specializes in raising stunning English Labradors. With every pup lovingly reared in their family home, these Labradors possess the classic gentle nature, robust build, and unwavering loyalty true to their breed. Bred with utmost care and purpose, each puppy's health, temperament, and lineage are meticulously prioritized, making them superb candidates for devoted pets, loyal hunting companions, and therapeutic helpers. Experience the difference of a Labrador raised with love and purpose at CaveInn Labradors — where the essence of Labrador companionship finds its heart.
Q. & A. with PENNY
Why did you start breeding?
Our desire has always been to raise quality pure bred Labradors. We emphasize AKC registration, comprehensive health testing, and positive temperament traits. Puppies are raised with thoughtful breeding decisions, ensuring both parent and pup well-being. All breeding dogs are cleared via Embark DNA panels, with favorable OFA hip and elbow scores, and many also have PennHip evaluations.What makes your program special?
CaveInn Labradors Breeding Philosophy, we strive to enhance our labrador bloodlines through thoughtful and intentional breeding choices that reflect our commitment to quality and care. We prioritize comprehensive testing in our breeding process to ensure that all our puppies are healthy and robust from the very beginning.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include black, chocolate, and yellow. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home and a kennel on my property.
Getting a puppy from PENNY
PENNY has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
"The price includes AKC Registration and microchip, 26-month Health Guarantee for any genetic disease, lifetime breeder support. A $300 non-refundable retainer will reserve your place on our puppy waiting list. The retainer goes toward the purchase price. The pick is determined by the date the retainer is received."
Contract & health guarantee
PENNY may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If PENNY offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to PENNY directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- Toys
- Puppy starter kit
- Initial potty training
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from PENNY.
Breeder's location
Meet in Ionia, IA
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Eastern Iowa Airport
Meet in Chicago, IL
More about PENNY
Certifications & recognitions
American Kennel Club Canine College, Puppy Culture Breeder, Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
PENNY has been a member of Good Dog for about 4 years
PENNY was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
PENNY is a trusted Good Dog breeder
CaveInn Labradors meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent health testing
Excellent level
CaveInn Labradors reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Labrador Retrievers.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel, PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), Exercise Induced Collapse (EIC), Centronuclear Myopathy (CNM), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
