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Golden Retriever breeder in Indianola, IA. 10 dogs at last count. Iowa inspectors cited 6 problems across 12 reports. Every report is free to read.
Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines
Indianola, Iowa
Iowa state records
Breed(s)
Golden Retriever
Exp. 11/9/2026
Inspection Summary
Inspection Dog Counts
Dogs counted
Inspection date
Inspection Report Details
DateSourceTotal DogsNotesReport
All inspections and findings in full
Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines is linked to 12 public inspection reports, carrying 6 inspector findings, from November 2018 to September 2025.
Across 9 inspections between November 2018 and September 2025, inspectors recorded between 7 dogs and 26 dogs at Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines. The most recent count was 10 dogs on September 18, 2025.
| Date | Licence | Type | Dogs counted | Inspector findings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| November 9, 2018 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| October 21, 2019 | Iowa 11295 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| October 29, 2019 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 7 dogs | None |
| April 1, 2021 | Iowa 11295 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| April 2, 2021 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | None |
| May 25, 2022 | Iowa 11295 | Attempted inspection | No access | None |
| June 8, 2022 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 22 dogs | None |
| June 5, 2023 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | 4 findings |
| June 15, 2023 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 26 dogs | None |
| July 25, 2024 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 16 dogs | None |
| September 18, 2025 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | 2 findings |
| September 18, 2025 | Iowa 11295 | Routine inspection | 10 dogs | None |
What inspectors wrote
June 5, 2023 — Routine inspection, Iowa 11295
26 dogs recorded (15 adults · 11 puppies).
- Strong odor of animal waste
Strong odor of animal waste.
- Passthroughs and doghouse not moisture-proof
Two passthroughs in primary enclosures have unsealed wood not impervious to moisture. Doghouse in exercise yard is wood and not impervious to moisture.
- Abundance of flies
Abondance of flies present
- Waste buildup in primary enclosures
Build up of waste in primary enclosures. housing facility is dirty with hair food and bedding.
September 18, 2025 — Routine inspection, Iowa 11295
10 dogs recorded (10 adults · 0 puppies).
- Darla Golden Retriever no rabies
Darla a Golden Retriever D.O.B 9.24.24 does not have a rabies vaccination on file.
- Nala Golden Retriever no rabies
Nala a Golden Retriever rabies vaccination not on file D.O.B 3.1.22
Questions people ask about this kennel
Has Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines been cited by inspectors?
Yes. Inspectors recorded 6 problems across 12 visits. Each one is quoted in full above, in the inspector's own words.
How many dogs does Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines keep?
At the most recent inspection on file, September 18, 2025, inspectors counted 10 dogs (10 adults · 0 puppies). The count is taken by the inspector on the day, so it moves with litters and sales.
What breeds does Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines raise?
The records name Golden Retriever. Breeds come from the inspection paperwork, so a kennel may keep others that were never written down.
What licences does Sofia Derun – Midwest Golden Canines hold?
- Iowa licence 11295 — expires 11/9/2026
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