Breeder snapshot
Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers is linked to 8 public inspection reports from Iowa.
Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers
Nora Springs, Iowa
Iowa state records
Breed(s)
Not listed in current public records
Exp. 10/15/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs countedInspection date
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Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers is linked to 8 public inspection reports, from October 2021 to November 2025.
Across 5 inspections between October 2021 and November 2025, inspectors recorded between 4 dogs and 24 dogs at Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers. The most recent count was 14 dogs on November 13, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2021 | Iowa 11850 | Routine inspection | 5 dogs | None |
| November 10, 2022 | Iowa 11850 | Attempted inspection | Not recorded | None |
| November 28, 2022 | Iowa 11850 | Routine inspection | 24 dogs | None |
| September 21, 2023 | Iowa 11850 | Attempted inspection | Not recorded | None |
| October 17, 2023 | Iowa 11850 | Routine inspection | 4 dogs | None |
| October 28, 2024 | Iowa 11850 | Attempted inspection | Not recorded | None |
| December 5, 2024 | Iowa 11850 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
| November 13, 2025 | Iowa 11850 | Routine inspection | 14 dogs | None |
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers been cited by inspectors?
No. 8 inspections are on file and none of them recorded a problem.
How many dogs does Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, November 13, 2025, inspectors counted 14 dogs (5 adults · 9 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What licences does Nelson & Melissa Martin – Rock Creek Retrievers hold?
- Iowa licence 11850 — expires 10/15/2026
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