What is a guardian home?

Our Guardian Home Program is designed to integrate ethical breeding practices with the well-being of our dogs. This initiative allows us to maintain high breeding standards without compromising the quality of life that our breeding dogs deserve as beloved family pets. From the time they are puppies, our Guardian dogs reside with their forever families, fostering strong bonds and ensuring they receive the one-on-one attention they thrive on. When it's time for health testing and breeding, these dogs come back to us, and the females return to our care a week before their puppies are due, remaining with us until the puppies are weaned at eight weeks old. This approach also provides a loving environment for dogs who may not pass health testing, reducing the stress of finding new homes for adults. Guardian families receive their dogs at a discounted price of $800, while we cover all breeding-related expenses. After retirement from breeding, we cover the cost of the dog’s spay or neuter and the dog continues to live with their Guardian family, enjoying a fulfilling life in a nurturing family that is their own, with us as a supportive second home.

What are the requirements of a guardian home?

- Must have a securely fenced yard to provide a safe environment.

- All existing dogs in the home must be spayed or neutered.

- Commitment to training the dog through obedience classes to achieve AKC Canine Good Citizenship certification by one year of age.

- Must reside within one hour of Overton, Nebraska.

- Willingness to assist with transportation in case of emergencies.

- Responsible for all normal dog care expenses, including:

  • Veterinary wellness exams

  • Vaccinations

  • Grooming

  • Heartworm preventative (year-round) and flea/tick prevention (seasonal)

- Providing a high-quality approved diet

- Must communicate effectively

- Dogs should be treated as cherished members of the family.