Guardian Home Application

Name

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

How did you hear about us?

Do you own your home?

Type of home

Do you have a fenced yard?

Describe your yard and fencing (type, height, size)

Do you expect to move in the next 1-4yrs?

List ALL household members (names and ages)

Does anyone in your home have allergies to dogs?

List any current pets (species, breed, age, altered?)

How many hours would the dog be left alone each day?

Who will be the dogs primary caregiver?

Have you owned a dog before? What breed(s)?

Have you ever rehomed or surrendered a pet? if yes, explain.

All our dogs are crate trained and sleep in crates at night, are you open to crate training and have dog sleep in the crate for some naps and bed time?

For the health, safety, and well-being of our breeding dogs, guardian families must agree that guardian dogs will NOT attend dog parks and will NOT have contact with intact males or females outside of our program. While we value proper socialization, it is done intentionally through controlled, low-risk environments rather than large and/or, uncontrolled groups of dogs. Do you agree and understand?

Have you worked with a trainer or attended obedience classes?

Are you committed to consistent training and socialization? We require our dogs to receive professional training. Dogs must be well-mannered, reliably respond to basic commands, and not exhibit excessive barking. Failure to meet these training and behavior expectations may result in the dog being removed from the guardian home and returned to Breeder.

How will you exercise and socialize the dog?

Our requirement is that dog must be groomed (every 6-8weeks) and follow our feeding guidelines. Do you agree to follow this requirement?

Initial Obligations of Guardian Family

For the Guardian-Home Program, we require that you:

1. Live within the greater Elk Grove (or within an hour's drive) area.

2. Own your own home.

3. Have physical fencing to provide a safe and secure environment for the Dog.

This also protects the Dog from any unplanned, unwanted pregnancies and is crucial!

4. Never leave the Dog off-leash in an unsecured area. NO dog parks allowed!

5. Have reliable transportation and willingness to bring the dog to us as needed throughout the year for breeding purposes (i.e., testing, breeding, litters, etc.).

6. Maintain open lines of communication with us concerning any matter related to the Dog.

7. Keep the Dog on quality food such as: Taste of the Wild, Open Farm, and Orijen, or otherwise agreed upon.

8. Understand that the breeder may need to make decisions about the female or male, and you will have to respect those decisions. Examples may include, but are not limited to: keeping the female longer, additional vet care, etc. All decisions WILL ALWAYS BE for the betterment of the Dog.

Are you comfortable with the dog being used in our breeding program

Anticipated Breeding Period

The Dog is anticipated to enter the breeding period after all required health, genetic, and veterinary clearances, which will be covered by the Breeder.

The expected breeding window for a female Dog generally begins at 10-12 months of age. Given an average estrous cycle of approximately 6 months, the breeding program is typically expected to be completed by approximately 3 years of age. The Dog will be bred a maximum of 4 litters. Final determination of breeding timing, frequency, and continuation remains at the sole discretion of the Breeder and may be adjusted based on health, temperament, veterinary guidance, or program needs.

The Breeder reserves the right to delay, reduce, or discontinue breeding at any time if it is deemed in the best interest of the Dog.

You understand that boarding during whelping (and possibly breeding) of a female dog will occur at breeders home?

Are you willing to transport the dog when needed to breeders home or meet at our reproductive vet if needed (Folsom Ca.)?

Do you agree to notify us of heat cycles, injury, or illness right away?

Do you agree NOT to spay/neuter without written permission?

Are you comfortable with signing a legal Guardian Agreement?

Do you agree to send photo updates every month to share and tag on social media?

What do you expect from us as the breeder?

What are your hopes for your relationship with the dog?

Why do you want to be a Guardian Family?

What traits are most important to you in a dog?

Is there anything else you'd like us to know?

By typing your name, you confirm this information is accurate.

Todays Date

Date

Signature

Doodles By Faith Guardian Home Application

Contact Information

Living Situation

Family & Lifestyle

Pet Care & Commitment

Guardian Program Specifics

Communication & Expectations

Final Questions

Signature & Consent