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Guardians
We want the absolute best for every dog in our program, and that means their very own adoring and loving forever family. Guardian homes allow us to expand our program without the need for kennels. We thoroughly screen guardian families before placing one of our premium dogs in their care. This allows them to live the pet life while participating in our breeding program. At the time a dog is retired from our program full ownership is transferred to the family. Guardians are able to take home a pet at no upfront cost. This also helps us as a responsible breeder ensure that all our dogs have the absolute best care. We take care of all the breeding details. Furthermore, if you desire to compete in any AKC competitions, we will match you with the appropriate puppy and compensate you for any titles you win. We would never ask a female to have more than 5 litters, and we would never breed a female before 18 months AND their second heat or past the age of 5 1/2. Being a guardian pet owner is designed to be a very positive and fulfilling experience for all parties involved. Very few dogs meet our high standards for breeding including conformation, temperament and health. It is not often we will place dogs in a guardian home, however if you think it is right for you please complete this guardian home application and we will reach out if your home seems like it may be a good fit. Please review the Guardian contract prior to applying.
Is it right for you?
What we provide: Before any dog leaves our care to join their forever family they will receive a full vet health exam, vaccinations, a microchip, flea & heartworm prescription. Families will receive support in puppy raising, training and lifetime pet support. We provide all breeding related health. We also will provide dog sitting services for any overnight or vacation needs.
What the guardian family provides: The guardian family is responsible for teaching the dog basic training & socialization. We expect all our dogs to pass the Canine Good Citizen test prior to breeding age. Routine pet expenses such as vet exams and care at a facility of your choice. Regular grooming done by yourself or a groomer of your choice in a style of your choice. High quality food, regular flea & heart worm medications, city licensing. Your pet lives with you through her pregnancy. Requirements to qualify to be a guardian home:
* You must live within 2 hours of the Eugene/Springfield area, or be willing to help us coordinate for health testing and breeding by traveling and plan to remain so for the next 5 years
* You must be willing and able to positively communicate with us
* You must have previous dog owning experience
* You can not have any unfixed dogs of the opposite sex in your home
* You must be willing to abide by all terms of the guardian contract
* You must be willing and able to provide high quality food, and typical health related care
* You must be willing and able to teach the dog basic training & socialization
* You must have unconditional love for your pet and support healthy and responsible breeding
