Iron Rose Retrievers
Meet the breeder
I'm Colleen L., the breeder behind Iron Rose Retrievers located in Peosta, IA. We understand the responsibility of purposefully breeding in order to do better for the breed and the families that love them! We are professional, responsible, and ethical dog breeders who love our dogs as part of our family. Our goals are always evolving and we’re eager to see what each new litter brings!
Q. & A. with Colleen
Why did you start breeding?
The love of all animals and working as a Veterinary Assistant peaked my interest in breeding. I saw many bad breeding's and many Goldens with a lot of issues. My goal is to better the breed and provide others with a pet without all of the preventable health problems that I was seeing at the clinic.What makes your program special?
I take the time to socialize my puppies to many different things. I take them on gater rides around our farm. They get to see cows, calves and cats. We have a lot of visitors so they see lots of different people. I take them for car rides and to the local splash pad and park. I take them to some of the local stores when I can. I start crate and potty training and basic commands with them.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are light golden. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
TBD
Went homeBoy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Colleen
Colleen 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
Puppy prices include a $500 refundable deposit and between $1,700 - $3,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes the deposit, vaccinations, microchip, multiple deworming's, veterinary exam, socialization, and health guarantee. $2200 -2500Limited Registration (no breeding rights) $3500-4000 Full Registration (breeding rights). All of our puppies are the same price regardless of picking order, size, sex, or color. We sell to approved homes on a limited or unlimited basis upon approval.”
Contract & health guarantee
Colleen 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 Colleen 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 Colleen directly.
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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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Colleen.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Peosta, IA
4416 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Dubuque Airport
4414 miles away
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More about Colleen
Club memberships
Colleen is a member of Golden Retriever Club of America.
Colleen has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Colleen was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Colleen is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Iron Rose Retrievers 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 dogs
Floyd of Rosedale, dad
Golden Retriever
About Floyd of Rosedale
Floyd is a very light Golden Retriever that was imported from Ukraine. Some would call him an English Cream or European Golden Retriever.
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +10 more.
Rayna, mom
Golden Retriever
About Rayna
Rayna is a European (English Cream) Golden Retriever. Her PennHip score is in the Top 4.5% in the Database! She is very light in color. She has a very mild, sweet, laid-back temperment.
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation, OFA Auscultation, General Practitioner , +3 more.
Halle, mom
Golden Retriever
About Halle
Halle is a very light Golden. Some would call her an English Cream or European Golden Retriever.
Good health testing
Dentition, Patellar Luxation, +12 more.
Halani, mom
Golden Retriever
About Halani
Halani is a very light Golden Retriever. Some would refer to her as English Cream or European. She has a blocky head and very silky hair. She has a very sweet personality.
Uploaded health tests
Patellar Luxation, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +8 more.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Iron Rose Retrievers 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 Golden 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, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type 1, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 2, PRA, Golden Retriever 1
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).
