Our story

We purchased our first Golden Retriever, Kona, over ten years ago, and our love for these dogs began with her.

Our oldest daughter, Gracelin, eventually saved her money and brought home Hazel as a middle schooler. We were so impressed by Hazel's temperament, trainability, and devotion that we found an English Cream male, Rio, and added him to our family intending to start a breeding program. He became Lillian’s very best friend. Since then, we have continued developing and improving our lines.

We love our puppies, and this is a family effort! Our kids have active roles in caring for the puppies and the adult dogs. These dogs live on our couches and beds, wait under the table while we eat, and run around our farm. They continue to enrich our lives with their love and devotion. Our dogs have always been and always will be family companions first and foremost. 

We are grateful to have this opportunity to raise dogs and provide your family with a loving puppy. Please feel free to contact us with any questions. We love to discuss dogs!

  • Jay Dahlhauser

    Co-owner, Poop Picker-Upper, Den cleaner, Goat milker, and all the things

    Jay does it all. He also keeps the countless vet appointments in check and the puppies fed!

  • Anne Dahlhauser

    Co-owner, Puppy Trainer + Socialization, and Genetics

    Anne manages the website and keeps track of our family/puppy records. She also loves to research genetics and health to provide the best lines and puppies we can!

  • Gracelin Dahlhauser

    Co-owner, Communications, Photographer, Social media, and Puppy curriculum

    Gracelin is the photographer behind all of the FPG photos you see and heads up family communications. You'll be talking with Gracelin throughout your puppy experience!

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  • Claudia De Leon

    Canine Care Specialist

    Claudia is our newest addition to the FPG Team! She has her BA in Animal Science from Iowa State and 7 years experience working in a veterinary medicine and research. Claudia has quickly become an invaluable part of caring for our adult dogs and puppies. She’s amazing at puppy training, record-keeping, and the necessary cleaning routines. We are thrilled to have her on board!