Our Guardian Home Program
Our Guardian Home Program offers families the opportunity to welcome one of our carefully selected breeding dogs into their home as a beloved family companion, while they remain an important part of our breeding program.
A guardian dog lives full-time with their guardian family, enjoying all the love, care, and attention of a permanent home. In return, the guardian family agrees to partner with us throughout the dog’s breeding career, including periods where the dog may need to spend time with us for stud services, breeding, pregnancy, whelping, and raising puppies.
This program is best suited to families who are committed, flexible, and willing to work closely with us throughout the duration of our guardian agreement.
As a guardian family, you are responsible for the normal day-to-day costs of dog ownership, including:
* Premium food
* Routine vaccinations
* Annual veterinary check-ups
* Grooming
* General care and maintenance
We cover all breeding-related expenses, including:
* Health & DNA testing
* Progesterone testing
* Ultrasounds
* X-rays
* Reproductive veterinary care
* Breeding and whelping costs
Breeding Commitments
Guardian families must be willing to return the dog to the breeder:
Females:
- For approximately 1 week during breeding
- To attend an Ultrasound at 4 weeks
- To attend an X-Ray 7 days prior to due date
- Approximately 3 days prior to whelping (birthing)
- Throughout the whelping (birthing) and puppy-rearing period until the puppies are fully weaned (6-8 weeks)
Males:
- For approximately 1-3 days when requested for stud services
Ownership and Documentation Requirements
While the dog remains under the Guardianship Contract, all official records and documentation must be registered in the breeder’s nominated name.
This includes, but is not limited to:
- Microchip registration
- Veterinary records and vaccination book
- Council registration, which must also list the breeder as a contact
- Pet insurance
- Pedigree papers
These details must not be changed or transferred without the breeder’s prior written consent.
Guardian Home Requirements
Location
You must reside within one hour of the Gold Coast.
Dog Ownership Experience
Previous dog ownership experience is preferred, but not essential.
Training & Socialisation
Attendance at puppy school is mandatory. Guardian families must commit to ongoing training and teaching basic obedience commands such as sit, stay, drop, and come.
Living Arrangements
Your guardian dog must live indoors as a valued member of the family and must never be left unattended outside for extended periods.
Safety
For the safety and wellbeing of our dogs, visits to dog parks are not permitted.
Nutrition
The dog must be fed a premium-quality diet approved by the breeder.
Other Dogs & Pets
No unapproved dogs may interact with your guardian dog. Undesexed dogs are strictly prohibited from having contact with the guardian dog.
Exercise
Regular daily exercise and mental stimulation must be provided.
Vaccinations & Veterinary Care
All vaccinations (yearly & monthly) must be kept up-to-date.
All veterinary records and documentation must be provided to the breeder.
Any required veterinary treatment must be sought promptly, and breeder advised promptly.
Pet Insurance
Comprehensive pet insurance must be maintained for the duration of the guardian contract. (Copy supplied to breeder)
Home Visits
Guardian families must be willing to allow breeder home visits when required.
Communication
Open and ongoing communication with the breeder is essential. Guardian families must respond promptly to messages and provide regular updates.
If you believe your family may be a suitable fit for our Guardian Home Program, we invite you to complete the application form below.