You may ask: what is a Guardian Home?
A Guardian Home is the same as a dog Host Home. These terms often are used interchangeably.
This is a great opportunity for a person or family to enjoy a “pick of the litter” puppy/dog that is considered for breeding by the breeder. These dogs are usually the best of the best. A great dog at a great price (usually FREE). Often, there is a deposit to ensure commitment by the GH and then reimbursed over the time of the breeding career. The deposit also can be reimbursed at the end of the breeding career. That is at the breeders discretion. The puppy/dog remains the property of the breeder until the end of the breeding career and then become the Guardian Home’s dog forever after. Typically at the age of 6 years, the dog then becomes part of the forever home. (Age does vary depending on the gender and the dog).
It does take a commitment and the willingness to be flexible for the needs of the breeder, but I believe it is well worth it to receive what is typically a “cream of the crop” puppy or dog. Of course, there are requirement set forth in a contract that must be followed for obvious reasons. The value of one of these dogs can be up to $15,000. Hence, the need for the breeder to find just the right home.
So, next time you are looking for a great Labradoodle puppy/dog, consider the host home option.
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