Guardian Homes | Willow And Rose Doodles

Guardian Home Info

Our Guardian Program allows our highest-quality breeding dogs to live full, happy, normal family lives while still being part of the Willow and Rose Doodles legacy.

We take great pride in our program; placing our doodles in trusted, stable homes that can offer structure, affection, and reliability is our priority. Guardians become extended family to us. We are selective because we want every dog to thrive.

Who Does Well in This Program?

This program works best for families who:
⭐ Are reliable communicators
⭐ Can follow directions from our reproductive team
⭐ Are steady and emotionally calm around dogs
⭐ Respect boundaries and contracts
⭐ Enjoy being part of something meaningful

If you are very anxious or easily overwhelmed, this may not be the best fit — our girls sense stress, and their homes must feel safe and peaceful.

What Does the Guardian Provide?

Guardians handle the normal life needs of a pet:

Food and nutrition
Routine vet care and vaccines
Grooming
Safety, affection, and supervision

If the dog becomes ill or injured while in your care, you are responsible for veterinary costs, just as you would be with any pet.

We cover everything related to breeding.

Do I Have to Buy the Dog?

No. Guardians receive a top-quality dog at no purchase price. These dogs typically cost $3,000–$5,000+ if purchased outright.

Your “compensation” is the dog itself and the privilege of raising her/him as part of your family from the very beginning.

How Does Breeding Work?

Communication is key.

When the female starts her heat, you notify us immediately. We give very clear instructions on what to watch for.

Travel is flexible.

We are willing to:
✔ Pick up or meet halfway
✔ Travel to you for certain breedings
✔ Coordinate drop-off/pick-up as needed

We will always work with our guardian families. The goal is success for everyone.

After breeding

She returns home and continues her normal life until her due date approaches. She then comes back to us for whelping and raising her puppies. Once puppies are weaned, she returns to her guardian family.

All reproductive veterinary costs:
✔ progesterone testing
✔ stud fees
✔ insemination
✔ ultrasounds
✔ whelping support

…are covered by us.

Do We Breed Every Heat? Do We Skip?

We use modern reproductive veterinary guidelines, not outdated assumptions.

✔ We often breed back-to-back because hormonally, it is healthier for many females.

✔ However, we may also choose to skip a cycle if:

The female needs a rest
Travel is complicated
Timing isn’t ideal
Her body condition suggests a break
Our reproductive veterinarian recommends it
Life happens

Breeding decisions are made thoughtfully, case-by-case, with both science and welfare in mind.

We are flexible, realistic, and we always put the dog first.

Common Challenges in Guardian Homes

1. Guardians feel “done” early

A family may decide after 1–2 litters that they don’t want her bred again. If this happens, emotions sometimes drive decisions. Our contract is clear:

➡️ We make breeding decisions — always based on welfare, veterinary guidance, and genetics.

Not emotion.

2. Safety is non-negotiable

Loose dogs, frequent escapes, or lack of supervision may result in us reclaiming the dog.

3. Missed heat cycles

We track cycles carefully and will help you understand what to expect. Communication is essential.

4. Differing veterinary opinions

We respect your veterinarian for normal pet care.

For breeding decisions, our reproductive veterinarian’s guidance is the one we follow. This ensures consistency, success, and health.

Bottom Line

We make breeding decisions thoughtfully, collaboratively, and always with the dog’s best interest in mind.

We are flexible.
We travel if needed.
We communicate clearly.
We want this to be a joyful partnership.

If you join our Guardian Program, you receive:
🐾 A top-quality dog at no purchase cost.
🐾 The opportunity to be part of something meaningful.
🐾 Support, friendship, and ongoing connection.
🐾 A forever family member once retired.

If this sounds like a good fit, we would love to talk further!

Guardian Home Contract

Terms and Conditions

1. Ownership and Custody

1.1. The Breeder retains full ownership, registration, and breeding rights of the Dog.
1.2. The Guardian is entrusted with daily care, custody, and control of the Dog.
1.3. All breeding decisions are made solely by the Breeder.

2. Responsibilities of the Guardian

2.1. Provide a safe, loving, and stable home environment.
2.2. Ensure proper nutrition, exercise, and socialization.
2.3. Maintain grooming and coat care appropriate for the breed.
2.4. Take the Dog to routine veterinary appointments and follow prescribed care.
2.5. Notify the Breeder immediately of:

Any health concerns or injuries
The first sign of heat

2.6. Prevent escape, injury, or unauthorized breeding.
2.7. Make the Dog available for breeding, pregnancy monitoring, whelping, and weaning.

3. Breeding Rights

3.1. The Breeder has the right to determine:

When the Dog will be bred
Frequency of breeding
Choice of stud

3.2. Breeding may be back-to-back or skipped, depending on:

Veterinary recommendation
The Dog’s health and condition
Travel, logistics, or scheduling

3.3. The minimum expectation is generally four (4) litters beginning around the second heat, unless otherwise determined by the Breeder.

4. Veterinary Care and Expenses

4.1. Routine veterinary care (vaccinations, parasite prevention, annual exams) is the responsibility of the Guardian.
4.2. All reproductive and breeding-related veterinary costs are paid for by the Breeder, including:

Progesterone testing
Stud fees
Semen shipping
Ultrasounds
C-sections
Neonatal care

5. Travel and Availability

5.1. The Guardian will make the Dog available for breeding-related travel.
5.2. Travel arrangements may include:

Guardian driving
Meeting halfway
Breeder traveling
Pickup/drop-off by agreement

5.3. The Breeder will provide reasonable notice of any required travel, ideally at least five (5) calendar days.

6. Compensation

6.1. The Guardian acknowledges and agrees that no monetary compensation, profit-sharing, or payment of any kind will be provided for participation in this Guardian Program.

6.2. Compensation for the Guardian’s participation is the placement of the Dog at no purchase cost, which the Guardian would otherwise be required to pay if acquiring the Dog outside of this Agreement.

6.3. The Guardian understands that all breeding-related revenue, including but not limited to puppy sales and associated profits, belongs solely to the Breeder.

6.4. The Guardian is not entitled to reimbursement, wages, commissions, or future financial claims related to:

Litters produced
Puppy sales
Breeding outcomes
Program success or failure

6.5. The Guardian acknowledges that ongoing responsibilities for care, availability, and cooperation are a condition of receiving and retaining custody of the Dog at no cost.

7. Duration of Agreement

7.1. This Agreement remains in effect until the Dog completes its breeding career, typically four (4) litters, unless otherwise determined by the Breeder.
7.2. Retirement timing is based on health, productivity, and welfare.

8. Termination of Agreement

8.1. The Breeder may terminate this Agreement at any time for reasons including, but not limited to:

Inadequate care or unsafe living conditions
Failure to communicate or make the Dog available
Repeated missed heat notifications
Breach of contract

8.2. The Guardian may request termination with a minimum of one (1) day’s notice via text or phone call.
8.3. Termination may include immediate reclaiming of the Dog.

9. Return of the Dog

9.1. Upon termination, the Dog must be returned within seven (7) calendar days in good health and condition.
9.2. All paperwork, records, and documents must be returned to the Breeder.

10. Breeding Soundness

10.1. Only the Breeder’s chosen reproductive veterinarian will determine breeding suitability.
10.2. Outside veterinary opinions relating to breeding soundness will not be used in determining whether the Dog will be bred.
10.3. If the Guardian questions breeding capability, the Dog will be made available for examination by the Breeder’s veterinarian.
10.4. The Breeder retains ultimate authority over all breeding decisions.

11. Whelping

11.1. The Breeder may choose to whelp the litter in their home or facility.
11.2. The Guardian may offer to whelp at their home, but no additional compensation will be provided.
11.3. The Dog may be requested to return one (1) to two (2) weeks prior to expected due date and remain until puppies are weaned (approximately six (6) weeks).
11.4. Travel arrangements may:

Be provided by the Guardian
Be coordinated jointly
Be arranged by the Breeder

12. Miscellaneous

12.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between parties and supersedes all prior agreements.
12.2. Any amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties.
12.3. This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Ohio.

Willow & Rose Doodles