Guardian Program

We are currently accepting guardian family applications for our future breeding dogs.

The Guardian Program helps us grow our breeding program by allowing us to place "pick of the litter" puppies in approved homes. It ensures that all of our dogs receive the love and attention they deserve while growing up in their forever homes surrounded by their loving families.

Requirements

Live within 1 hour of Sacramento, CA
Must have a physically fenced in yard.
Guardian dogs must be raised indoors and not left outdoors for extended periods of time.
Females in heat must not be left outdoors unattended.
Work schedule that does not leave the guardian dog alone for long periods of time.

Cost

Our guardian dogs are not free. There is a $300 fee that must be paid to be in the guardian program. This fee will be reimbursed if the guardian dog receives Canine Good Citizen certification.

Guardians are responsible for:

Annual Vaccines
Monthly flea/tick/heart worm prevention
Training/Exercise/Socialization
Grooming
High Quality Dog Food
Boarding

Breeder is responsible for:

Health Testing
Breeding Related Medical Costs
Spay/Neuter Once Retired

Details

Guardians must contact us as soon as the female is in heat.
Female must be available for breeding related appointments during heat cycle. (Heat cycle last 14-21 days)
Female will stay with her guardian family during pregnancy until one week before her due date.
Female will be returned to guardian family when puppies are weaned at 6 weeks of age.
Guardian families will be allowed to visit, at scheduled times, while guardian dog is with us.
Males must be available for stud services periodically throughout the year.
Breedings will take place at our home.