Maple Lane Guardian Application

Acceptance of this form by Maple Lane Australian Labradoodles does not guarantee your acceptance as a guardian home, but it will enable you to be considered.

Please note you must live within 90 minutes of Annville, Pennsylvania if you are the guardians of a female and within 30 minutes for guardians of a male.

Name:*

Spouse/Partner's Name:

Address*

Street Address

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Cell Phone Number:*

Home Phone Number:

Email*

Additional Email Address (optional):

Your Employer:*

Spouse's Employer:

Please list all members of your household, including ages and adult’s occupations:*

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If you have children in your family, have they ever been around dogs? If so, please describe their typical interactions with dogs. Are they confident, tentative, excitable, reserved?

Is everyone in the family/household enthusiastic about getting a puppy?*

YesNo

How did you hear about us? (Please check all that apply)*

If referred by a Maple Lane Puppy Family, please specify:

If referred by another Breeder, please specify:

If Other, please specify:

Why do you want an Australian Labradoodle? Why is this particular breed right for you and your family?*

Are you applying for a male or female?*

Why do you have this preference?

Breeding females are limited in their ability to jump during the second half of their pregnancies. No breeding females should visit dog shows, classes, or competition from the beginning of their heat cycle through the weaning of their puppies. Will you agree to limit their activity and places they visit during pregnancies?

YesNot applicable, applying for a male.

What activities do you expect to do with your new dog? (Hiking, swimming, running, snuggling at home, outdoor kids’ activities, traveling, mostly staying at home, going everywhere possible with you, etc.)

Do you plan to do any advanced activities with your dog such as pet assisted therapy, agility training, or competitions? If so, please specify.

Have you ever raised a puppy?

YesNo

Did your family have dogs while you were growing up?

YesNo

Will this be your first family dog of your own?

YesNo

Please tell us about the other pets you have now.

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Is there anything specific you would like us to know about your pets?

Are you or anyone in your household planning on getting another puppy or other pet during the next year?

YesNo

I live in a:

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I live in the:

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What type of outside space do you have?

Fenced YardInvisible FencePlan to walk dog on a leashOther

Will your puppy be alone during the day?

YesNo

If yes, how long?

Do you plan to crate train your puppy?

YesNo

A dog should not be crated longer than 8 hours (puppies, quite a bit less), are you committed to provided a break for your dog (i.e. dog walker/exerciser) if you find this to be the case?

YesNo

How much traveling do you do during the year?

What arrangements have or will you make for the dog while you are away?

Females can be bred between their second heat and their 6th birthday. Males can be bred from approximately 1 year of age through most of their life.

Do you commit to letting us know of any change of address, phone, or email?

YesNo

Do you commit to following the visitation schedule of quarterly visits until the dog reaches 18 months of age and an additional visit if breeder moves in order to ensure that the dog is comfortable visiting?

YesNo

Do you intend to stay within approximately an hour of Annville, PA until the dog has completed their breeding career?

YesNo

If circumstances arise that prevent you from fulfilling this, it is VERY IMPORTANT that you contact us as soon as possible so that we can make a plan together. Will you commit to contacting us in case this situation arises?

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It is very important to us that every Maple Lane Doodle always has a loving home and never ends up in a shelter or rescue. If at any time you are unable to keep or care for your Maple Lane Doodle even after his/her breeding career is completed, will you commit to contacting us so that we may assist with re-homing?

YesNo

Maple Lane Guardian Program includes the following for females:

· Additional vet visits for testing in each breeding cycle. This is a breeding expense and will be covered by us of course, but, depending on your distance from our home and vet office, you may need to take her to your vet for those additional visits.

· Periodic eye screenings and additional hip testing for breeding, which we will generally provide transportation for (cost covered by us).

· We will need to take her 2-3 times over the course of several days for breeding at each breeding cycle, each time for several hours.

· She will need to return to our home for whelping and caring for her puppies. If you are interested in mom and puppies staying in your home from whelping (which we would attend) through 6 weeks, we can discuss that possibility. There is financial compensation for the time and work involved in caring for the puppies. This option is only open if there if either spouse stays home as puppies require regular attention throughout the day.

· You will need to make us aware of the early signs of heat and the arrival of her heat cycle each time, whether or not we intend to breed on that cycle so that we can track her cycle.

Maple Lane Breeding Program includes the following for Males:

· Additional vet visits for testing when he is bred. This is a breeding expense and will be covered by us of course, but, depending on your distance from our home and vet office, you may need to take her to your vet for those additional visits.

· Periodic eye screenings and additional hip testing for breeding, which we will generally provide transportation for (cost covered by us).

· We will need him for a few hours 2-3 times over the course of 3-5 days when we breed him. We will work together on timing and transportation.

· Being aware that intact males have a strong desire to reproduce and cannot be allowed access to intact females, even young females, who are in heat.

Please confirm your understanding of the conditions above and intention to participate.

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Are you prepared to invest the time and assume the responsibility required to raise a puppy?

YesNo

Do you understand that puppies need very frequent potty breaks during the day and even late at night?

YesNo

Are you aware of a doodle's grooming needs?

YesNo

Puppy fur is quite forgiving and easy to care for. Around 8 months of age, their adult coat will come. Adult coats mat more easily. If you keep your Australian Labradoodles' fur shorter than 3 inches, weekly brushing and careful cutting out of any stubborn mats will keep your dog's coat beautiful and mat-free. If you want to keep their fur longer, you will need to brush multiple times each week or even daily. Remember, mats are painful to their skin.

Australian Labradoodles need to see the groomer every 6-8 weeks throughout their lifetime.

Do you commit to feed your dog a high quality dog food rather than grocery store quality food?

YesNo

Will you commit to attending obedience training classes to properly train and socialize your puppy? Maple Lane breeding dogs are walking advertisements for our breed and must be well trained and have good manners. Training requires time and consistency, whether you elect in person classes, hire a personal trainer, or use online options. A well-trained dog is a lifetime blessing and well worth the effort and investment. We are happy to help you find the right options for you.

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If yes, name of Facility or Trainer (if identified):

Current Vet's Name. If you do not have a vet, we will work together to identify one.

Current Vet's Address

Street Address

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Current Vet’s Phone Number

May we contact your vet for a reference?

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Nearest Emergency After Hours Vet:

Breeding dogs require a high level of nutritional support. We require all of our guardians to feed their dog Life's Abundance, add 1/4c unprocessed meat and 1/4c fruit or veggies and 3 supplements daily, to include AVN's ProBalance, Geneflora or Fortiflora, and Grizzly Fish Oil. A 90-day supply of Life's Abundance and supplements is approximately $200, including shipping costs. These quality products will also result in a healthier dog with fewer vet costs as your dog gets older.

I agree to exclusively feed my dog Life's Abundance food (only through breeder).I agree to add real, unprocessed meat and vegetables/fruits to my dog's daily diet.I agree to give my dog the supplements required.

I certify that the information provided on this form is true and correct. I am financially and physically able to care for this animal. I understand that proper food and veterinarian care can be costly and I am able to meet these requirements. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have completely read this questionnaire and comprehend it fully.

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