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Red Rock Farms & The Ruff House

★★★★ 4.359 reviewsOelwein, IA

Private

A working farm in Oelwein, open to the public seasonally from April to November, offering kids camps, field trips and tours where children interact with livestock and exotic animals including goats, pigs, horses, llamas, alpacas and a camel. Camp ages and daily hours are not specified.

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Environment
Indoor/Outdoor
Operator
Private
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We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Red Rock Farms & The Ruff House directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.

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Alyssa Boies

This is my first one star review ever, so that tells you a little bit about how disappointed I am in Red Rock Farms. I also noticed they don't have reviews available on their Facebook page... and I'm not surprised. I inquired about purchasing a dog in January 2024 via Facebook. The page was very responsive and helpful and wanted to get us in to view the dog ASAP. There were two left in the litter. The woman (who I believe was the owner's girlfriend) encouraged us to take two puppies because "she didn't want to see them separated" and then gave us the second dog for free. We did agree (that part is our fault), and then learned later of all the issues littermates have. Now, two years later, we're still dealing with food aggression, dog fighting, and more. We've had to bring in professional help at this point to feel safe to keep them both. It's not like I blame the breeder for these problems, but I would expect a breeder that turns out this amount of dogs to be open and honest with their customers about common problems with dogs. I felt pressured and misled. Then, after we purchased the dogs, they gave us a free boarding and free grooming pass for each. I tried multiple times and multiple ways to schedule this - via phone and Facebook message. No response to anything. I was fully ghosted. I wish I would have done more research, and for that, I take responsibility. But I believe that Red Rock is only in it for the cash, not for the well being of the dogs or the families they send them to. Buyer beware!

★★★★★Scott Norris

We just picked up a puppy... great place very organized well cared for animals i can't wait to come back and visit

Sofia Christensen

I am so disappointed in the dog boarding they offer. If I could give 0 stars I would. When we dropped him off, the dogs outside were pretty aggressive towards him. The “suites” are absolutely tiny. The place the dogs use the restroom at inside, in is nothing more than disgusting. Pee and poop everywhere, I could understand if they had multiple dogs go at a time, but they only allow one dog in there. It should be cleaned after every use. The smell in the back where the dogs stay is so rancid. We sent our dog with all the food he eats normally in 2 days (5 sandwich bags) and when we received his belongings back, we received 4 bags back. That’s 2 cup of food for 2 days for a 75 lb dog. We understand he may not eat because stress levels but we got no report on anything. The picture below is what he looked like when we picked him up.

Scott Buss

If I could rate negative i would!! My Granddaughter visited the farm Sunday. Was bitten by one of the many dogs lose on the property. Broke the skin on her hand. They offered candy for remedy. Now requesting vaccination records Landon laughs at me on phone call. Rabies is deadly if transmitted but he laughs! This is a puppy mill with horrid conditions and no care to animals. Dogs not vaccinated so our Granddaughter possibly Rabies prodigal... State needs to shut down facilities...

★★★★★Hanna Nuss

We have loved coming here each year. They are always adding to this fall experience and it is a premier pumpkin patch with all the fall farm experiences. Love the animals and picking our pumpkins from the patch was so fun! There are also great food options. We loved the taco truck today! Entry fee is at great price for the whole family to enjoy all inclusive fun all day long!

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