Guardian Program

Our Guardian Program allows select families to welcome one of our future breeding dogs into their home as a beloved family pet while remaining part of the Doodlebear breeding program.

Guardian homes give our dogs the opportunity to grow up in a loving family environment while still contributing to our carefully planned breeding program. This allows each dog to receive the individual attention, training, and socialization that comes with living as a family companion.

How the Guardian Program Works

Approved guardian families receive one of our female puppies to raise as their own family pet.

The dog lives full-time with the guardian family and becomes part of their household. During her time in the breeding program, she will return to us for health testing, breeding, and whelping.

Our females typically have two litters as part of the program. Once she has completed her breeding career, she is retired and full ownership is transferred to the guardian family.

At this time, we only place female puppies in guardian homes.

What Guardian Families Receive

✔ A high-quality puppy from our breeding program at no upfront cost
✔ Routine vaccinations covered by us when completed through our veterinarian, or equivalent reimbursement if completed through your own veterinarian
✔ A $500 deposit returned after the first litter
✔ A monetary bonus after the second litter
✔ Support and guidance from us throughout the dog’s life
✔ Full ownership of the dog once she retires from the breeding program

Guardian Family Responsibilities

Guardian families play an important role in our breeding program and agree to provide a safe, loving home for their dog.

Guardian families agree to:

✔ Raise the dog as a family pet and provide a stable, loving home
✔ Maintain the dog in excellent health and condition
✔ Provide routine veterinary care and keep vaccinations up to date
✔ Keep us informed of any health concerns or changes in the dog’s condition
✔ Follow our guidelines regarding breeding and care during the dog’s time in the program
✔ Be available when the dog is needed for health testing, breeding, and whelping

Additional details and expectations will be discussed with approved guardian families.