Clarence

Clarence is named after his breeder’s grandfather, Clarence Risden who had a cleft lip himself. Risden was a spunky character, just like our Clarence. 

Clarence was born Friday, August 13, 2021 at 7 ounces while his 10 siblings were all over 15 ounces. It was quickly noticed that he was different and needed additional care due to a cleft palate and lip. He was tube fed every two hours for three weeks. He was then transferred to foster mom where he was able to nurse off of. 

The breeders, Chris and Ron Shanahan share, “Clarence you are going to change so many lives, know soon many are going to love you as much as we do! We are excited for you to change a future veteran's life. Thank you IOWA Service Dogs for all you do, as well as love him.”

Clarence was donated by Chris & Ron Shanahan at Iron Hill Retrievers.


Izzy

Izzy is named after a favorite sloth stuffed animal of Carrie Beth Moore (CB). CB, who is the daughter of puppy guardian Jan Moore and her husband Andy, passed away at the young age of 14 in June of 2022, two weeks after heart surgery. She loved helping Jan with dog training, as well as pretending to be a vet to her stuffed animals. She loved every person she met, and is dearly missed by all who knew her!

Izzy came from Wilderness Kennels.


Wally

Wally is named after Wally Anderson. Anderson was a messenger (aka carrier) in World War II. After WWII, he met the love of his life, Betty. They married and had 3 boys. Wally and Betty built and ran a local hardware store. After Betty’s passing, Wally remarried a woman named Bea. Wally was 82 when he died.

Wally came from Wilderness Kennels.


New Pups

Two new pups will be joining us soon! We can’t wait to introduce them.