Lavender Valley Goldens
- Anamosa, IA
Meet the breeder
I'm Karla T., the breeder behind Lavender Valley Goldens located in Anamosa, IA. Our mission is to raise healthy, happy puppies, connect loving families with their new best friend! We have developed protocols to ensure healthy and safe breeding practices per OFA and AKC standards and genetic tests for our Goldens.
Q. & A. with Karla
Why did you start breeding?
I had bred our first golden retriever years ago when our kids were still at home, I loved it! After my kids were raised, I wanted to pursue my dream to breed again, only I educated myself more on what I needed to do to breed healthy puppies and to better the breed. I am excited and look forward to meeting people that love the golden retriever and poodle breed as much as I do!What makes your program special?
My dogs are well socialized. We have 5 adult children, their spouses, and 8 grandchildren. Our dogs spend time inside our home and in the kennel. They are raised on a large acreage. I make sure my dogs go through health clearances. The health and well-being for a dog is important. I do not crossbreed my golden retrievers and poodles due to maintaining the integrity and health of both breeds.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies include dark golden and golden. 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.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
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Marlin (yellow collar)
Went homeMale
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Dory (blue collar)
Went homeFemale
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Squirt (camo collar)
Went homeMale
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Crush (dk green collar)
Went homeMale
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Nigel (brown collar)
Went homeMale
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Nemo (orange collar)
Went homeMale
Girl 2 “Bo peep”
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 4 “Bonnie”
Went homeFemale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Girl 8 “Buttercup”
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 7 “Gabby”
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 3 “Trixie”
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 7
Went homeMale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Boy 8
Went homeMale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 5
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Karla
Karla 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 $350 non-refundable deposit and $1,650 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Golden Retriever pricing: $2000 . $350 NON REFUNDABLE deposit is required after application approval.”
Contract & health guarantee
Karla 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 Karla 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 Karla 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
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Registration
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Karla.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Anamosa, IA
4449 miles away
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More about Karla
Karla has been a member of Good Dog for over 2 years
Karla was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Karla is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Lavender Valley Goldens 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
Gabe, dad
Golden Retriever
About Gabe
Gabe is an active fun loving golden. There aren’t too many times you don’t see him without a toy in his mouth. He loves to cuddle with you and get attention. His favorite thing to do is to be outside running and playing with the other dogs.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +9 more.
Lily, mom
Golden Retriever
About Lily
Lily is a very loyal golden. She has a laid back personality, loves being around her people. She loves to cuddle and get attention. She loves being outside to roam and run and play. She is a dark red color.
Excellent health testing
PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2, +9 more.
Piper, mom
Golden Retriever
About Piper
Piper is a female Golden Retriever. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Karla decided to make her part of their program. Karla has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Lavender Valley Goldens 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.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
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.
Ichthyosis, Golden Retriever Type
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel, Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis 5 (NCL5), Golden Retriever Type, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), PRA, Rod-Cone Degeneration (PRA-prcd), PRA, Golden Retriever 1, PRA, Golden Retriever 2
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).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Karla to bring home their puppies.
Lisa T.
Verified owner · Sept. 2023
+4We had a great experience working with Karla and Lavender Valley Goldens. Karla really cares! She is very responsive and eager to hear updates and receive pics of Remi. Karla is now "Gamma Karla".
