Responsible Dog Breeder Network Spotlight
Ibar Canine Companions — Honey Brook, PA
At the Responsible Dog Breeder Network, we are proud to highlight breeders who raise puppies with love, purpose, and integrity. One such breeder is Ibar Canine Companions in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania, where raising Boxers and Miniature Dachshunds is a family endeavour rather than a business.
Our History
Ibar Canine Companions is Ivan and Barbie Fisher, and the name tells you something about how they think about their work. It comes from Ivan‘s first initial and the first three letters of Barbie‘s name — I-BAR. The kennel is named after the two people responsible for it.
Their home is a busy one. Six children fill their days, the family gardens together — Barbie is the acknowledged green thumb — and somewhere on the list is a someday trip out west to see the Rockies.
Dogs hold a particular place in that household. As Ivan and Barbie put it, they raise Boxers and Mini Dachshunds “not merely as a business but as a family endeavor.” Their stated mission is to raise exceptional puppies destined for homes where they will be loved.
How Their Puppies Are Raised
Ivan and Barbie’s goals are refreshingly plain: that you receive a healthy puppy who thrives in your family, and that the move into your home goes smoothly.
Every puppy is health-checked with regular veterinary care and comes from DNA-tested parents, selected to reduce the risk of hereditary conditions. Puppies are gently introduced to crate training, leash training and everyday household experiences, so they arrive ready to adapt to family life. Adoptions carry a 30-day Peace of Mind Guarantee and a 2-year Genetic Health Guarantee.
The Fishers also invite families to connect over FaceTime before adopting — a small thing that says a good deal. A breeder happy to show you their puppies live, on request, is a breeder with nothing to hide.
Learn More
If you are looking for a Boxer or Miniature Dachshund raised in a family home by people who treat it as a calling rather than a sideline, Ivan and Barbie would be glad to hear from you. You can see their current puppies and get in touch on their own site: ibarcaninecompanions.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ibar Canine Companions located?
Ibar Canine Companions is in Honey Brook, Pennsylvania, in Lancaster County near Philadelphia.
What breeds does Ibar Canine Companions raise?
Ivan and Barbie Fisher raise Boxer puppies and Miniature Dachshund puppies.
Are Ibar Canine Companions puppies health tested?
Yes. Every puppy is health-checked with regular veterinary care and comes from DNA-tested parents. Puppies come with a 30-day Peace of Mind Guarantee and a 2-year Genetic Health Guarantee.
Can I see the puppies before adopting?
Yes. The Fishers welcome questions by text, email or phone, and are happy to connect with families over FaceTime for a closer look at the puppies.
