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Guardian Home Contract
We are breeders engaged in breeding Bernedoodles, Goldendoodles, and Sheepadoodles. Our dogs are considered beloved members of our family. We created a Guardian‐Home Program to grow our breeding program while still providing each of our breeding dogs with a loving environment in a guardian family. We refuse to have our beloved dogs live in a kennel environment. We believe that happy, loved dogs will produce amazing offspring. We breed for temperament, health, and physical attributes. Living in a loving home is essential for our breeders to produce top quality puppies. A Guardian Home is not a foster situation. This is a great way for a family to have their very own high quality puppy, chosen by the breeder without the upfront cost of buying the high quality puppy.
By joining our Guardian Program, you desire to and act as a guardian for a Goldendoodle dog that may be either a male or a female and is a potential breeder or proven breeder, subject to the terms of this Agreement.
The following will spell out the Guardian‐Home Program, including our requirements for guardian families while the dog is a part of the breeding program. The Obligations we will assume as Owner, and how the dog will become a permanent member of your family.
Benefits of the Guardian‐Home Program:
To the Guardian family:
The Dog is “pick of the litter” with an estimated value of $5,000 to $12,000. Your cost is $0, which isn't even a fraction of the full value of the Dog. Christin Blankenship Austin will pay all vet cost for routine yearly veterinarian exams, yearly booster vaccines, rabies vaccines, bordatella prevention, heartworm testing, and health testing associated with the breeding of the Dog. The guardian home is responsible for monthly heartworm medication as well as other preventative medication including vitamin supplements.
Initial Obligations of Guardian Family:
In order to be considered for the Guardian‐Home Program, we require that you:
1. Live within (200) miles of Dogwood Doodlebugs (Candler, NC).
2. Own your own home.
3. Have physical fencing boundaries to provide a safe and secure environment for the dog.
4. Have reliable transportation and be willing to bring the Dog to us when needed throughout the year for breeding purposes (i.e. testing, breeding, litters, etc
5. Maintain open lines of communication with Christin Austin concerning any matter related to the dog.
6. Maintain distance from other intact dogs. The subject dog of this contract may not reside in a home where other intact dogs live or frequently visit.
7. The subject dog is to be kept safe. Rough play can result in injury to any animal. The Guardian Family is to always consider the safety of the dog. Guardians of pregnant dogs should be extra cautious of rough activity.
Ownership:
Ownership and all right, title and interest in the dog shall remain with Owner(Christin Austin). If the dog is a female, any puppies born to the dog shall be the sole property of the Owner(Chrsitin Austin) and the Guardian Family shall have no ownership interest of possession rights to any such puppy or the breeding adult while breeding. If the dog is a male, all semen shall be sole property of Owner(Christin Austin) and the Guardian Family shall have no ownership interest of possession rights to any use of semen. The dog shall be used as breeding adult exclusively by Christin B Austin and under no circumstances shall be bred to anyone other than as directed by Chrsitin Austin. After the dog ceases to be a breeder, Owner shall, by written evidence of transfer, assign and transfer ownership of the dog to the Guardian Family after the dog has been spayed or neutered.
Possession:
Upon the execution of this agreement, owner shall transfer possession of the dog to the Guardian Family. The Guardian family shall retain physical possession of the dog during this Agreement, subject to its obligations to return possession of the dog for breeding purposes, and shall provide physical care to and supervision of the dog subject to the terms and conditions of this agreement.
Owner’s Possession for Breeding:
Female: Owner requires access to female breeding dog for reasons including, but not limited to:
Veterinary appointments to monitor pregnancy – Typically two (2) visits.
Breeding-typically 4 breedings per female- the female will need to be delivered to destination dictated by Christin Austin for the breeding process. Typically, the female will be brought to meet the male and return home with the guardian family. This will typically happen 3 times, but more visits may be required if successful breeding does not take place within the first three visits. Occasionally, the guardian home will need to take the female to the veterinarian for bloodwork that will indicate preferable breeding days. We do try to keep travel to a minimum with the guardian family in mind.
Whelping Five (5) days prior to due date and up until the puppies are weaned at approximately 6‐8 weeks of age.
Male: For each breeding event, owner requires access to a male breeding dog 3-4 separate occasions, 24-48 hours apart. Occasionally more breedings are necessary. If he is breeding a female that lives a significant distance from Dogwood Doodlebugs, it may be necessary for him to stay at the female’s house for multiple days per breeding.
Some of our breeding dogs may be co-owned. In this case, the Guardian will need to accommodate the needs of each breeder. Specific details will be discussed and disclosed for each dog.
The Guardian Family shall not transfer possession of the dog to any person without the prior written consent of owner.
The Owner may transfer “breeding rights” of the dog at any time. If this occurs, the dog will remain with the Guardian Family. The new owner of the “breeding rights” will follow the terms of this contract unless otherwise agreed upon by the Guardian Family.
We do understand that circumstances in life occur that are unforeseen. In the event the Guardian Family cannot keep the dog in their home or cannot fully care for the dog, Christin will determine the future living arrangements for the dog. Christin may rehome the dog or work out other living arrangements. Outcome will depend on specific circumstances and timelines.
Owner’s Obligations:
During this agreement, Owner shall: Provide the Guardian family with instructions concerning:
Nutritional and Dietary guidelines
Preventative health care
Reproductive cycle of a female dog
Training
Grooming
If a the breeding dog is female, take possession of the Dog from the Guardian Family for purposes of whelping and care of puppies (approximately 7‐8 weeks). Christin Austin may visit the residence of the Guardian Family at least once per calendar year to discuss with the Guardian Family any issues concerning the care and supervision of the dog.
Guardian Family Obligations:
1. Raise the dog as an indoor dog. Never to dwell outside.
2. When left at home safely contain the dog in the indoors
3. Comply with Owner’s nutritional and dietary guidelines
4. Provide the Dog with regular exercise and socialization. The dog will be introduced to many other dogs and people over the course of it’s breeding years. We expect the dog to act in a non-aggressive way toward all.
5. The dog should not be exposed to harmful agents such as cigarette smoke, radiation, excessive chemicals, etc. We do understand that the dog may pass by someone who is smoking a cigarette. It’s impossible to prevent that. But, the dog should not be exposed to cigarette smoke on a normal basis or be confined with cigarette smoke or other harmful agents. Cigarette smoke has proven to be harmful to dogs as well as humans.
5. Provide the Owner with the name of a veterinarian, which shall be approved by Owner, and inform the veterinarian of Owner’s Ownership of the dog to allow Owner to speak to the veterinarian at any time.
Veterinarian:_________________________________________
Veterinarian Address:____________________________________
6. Keep vaccinations current such as yearly shots, DDHP,Lymes,Bordetella; Rabies every 3 yrs) . Christin Austin is responsible for the payment for these services, but the Guardian Home is responsible of ensuring they are maintained.
7. Provide basic training-the dog should follow basic commands and act with manners. The dog should not be obnoxious or aggressive. If this behavior is portrayed, it will be the guardian home’s responsibility to seek training or professional advice as well as to act on that advice as approved by Dogwood Doodlebugs. The dog should be 100% housebroken by 1 year of age.
8. Keep the dog properly groomed, with care given to matting, ears and claws. Please remember these dogs are representing Dogwood Doodlebugs and need to have regular groomings. We will occasionally ask for photo updates. We use photos to update our website and show prospective puppy families pictures of our breeding dogs.
9. Make certain that the dog is available for breeding purposes. We are at the mercy of females breeding cycle and Christin will try to give you before hand warning but sometime cycles change. Also, Christin may help with transport only if we are in your area. So please be prepared to bring the breeding dog to us.
10. Notify Owner of planned vacations and change of address, phone or email.(in case of need for breeding).
11. The Guardian Home is not to compete with the practices of Dogwood Doodlebugs. They are not to enter into breeding practices due to conflict of interest.
Termination of Agreement:
This Agreement shall terminate upon the occurrence of any of the following at the discression of the owner(Christin Austin):
1. Immediately, upon the transfer of ownership of the Dog to the Guardian Family
2. Immediately, upon Owner’s determination that the Guardian Family is non‐compliant with the terms of this Agreement. And such non‐compliance poses significant risk to the health, welfare and safety of the Dog, and the breeding program, at which time possession of the dog returns to the Owner(Christin Austin).
3. With reasonable notice to the guardian Family, upon Owner’s determination that the Guardian Family is non‐compliant with the terms of this Agreement and such noncompliance does not pose significant risk to the health, welfare and safety of the Dog and is not cured within a reasonable amount of time.
4. Immediately, upon the death of the dog from natural or accidental causes
5. Immediately, upon the Guardian Family’s permanent return of the Dog to Owner for any reason. With all Fee and expense are non refundable.
Indemnity:
The Guardian Family agrees to indemnify and hold Owner harmless from and against all claims, liabilities, losses, cost, damages and expenses by reason of any damage property or injury or death to individuals allegedly caused by the Dog while in the possession of the Guardian Family.
I have read and agree with the terms of the Guardian Home Program:
Guardian Signature _________________________________
Date _____________
Guardian Name(printed) ______________________________ Guardian Phone________________
Guardian Address ______________________________
Breeder/Owner _______________________ Date__________
Dog Name: __________________________
Microchip #___________________________
Dog Description: ________________________
We are breeders engaged in breeding Bernedoodles, Goldendoodles, and Sheepadoodles. Our dogs are considered beloved members of our family. We created a Guardian‐Home Program to grow our breeding program while still providing each of our breeding dogs with a loving environment in a guardian family. We refuse to have our beloved dogs live in a kennel environment. We believe that happy, loved dogs will produce amazing offspring. We breed for temperament, health, and physical attributes. Living in a loving home is essential for our breeders to produce top quality puppies. A Guardian Home is not a foster situation. This is a great way for a family to have their very own high quality puppy, chosen by the breeder without the upfront cost of buying the high quality puppy.
By joining our Guardian Program, you desire to and act as a guardian for a Goldendoodle dog that may be either a male or a female and is a potential breeder or proven breeder, subject to the terms of this Agreement.
The following will spell out the Guardian‐Home Program, including our requirements for guardian families while the dog is a part of the breeding program. The Obligations we will assume as Owner, and how the dog will become a permanent member of your family.
Benefits of the Guardian‐Home Program:
To the Guardian family:
The Dog is “pick of the litter” with an estimated value of $5,000 to $12,000. Your cost is $0, which isn't even a fraction of the full value of the Dog. Christin Blankenship Austin will pay all vet cost for routine yearly veterinarian exams, yearly booster vaccines, rabies vaccines, bordatella prevention, heartworm testing, and health testing associated with the breeding of the Dog. The guardian home is responsible for monthly heartworm medication as well as other preventative medication including vitamin supplements.
Initial Obligations of Guardian Family:
In order to be considered for the Guardian‐Home Program, we require that you:
1. Live within (200) miles of Dogwood Doodlebugs (Candler, NC).
2. Own your own home.
3. Have physical fencing boundaries to provide a safe and secure environment for the dog.
4. Have reliable transportation and be willing to bring the Dog to us when needed throughout the year for breeding purposes (i.e. testing, breeding, litters, etc
5. Maintain open lines of communication with Christin Austin concerning any matter related to the dog.
6. Maintain distance from other intact dogs. The subject dog of this contract may not reside in a home where other intact dogs live or frequently visit.
7. The subject dog is to be kept safe. Rough play can result in injury to any animal. The Guardian Family is to always consider the safety of the dog. Guardians of pregnant dogs should be extra cautious of rough activity.
Ownership:
Ownership and all right, title and interest in the dog shall remain with Owner(Christin Austin). If the dog is a female, any puppies born to the dog shall be the sole property of the Owner(Chrsitin Austin) and the Guardian Family shall have no ownership interest of possession rights to any such puppy or the breeding adult while breeding. If the dog is a male, all semen shall be sole property of Owner(Christin Austin) and the Guardian Family shall have no ownership interest of possession rights to any use of semen. The dog shall be used as breeding adult exclusively by Christin B Austin and under no circumstances shall be bred to anyone other than as directed by Chrsitin Austin. After the dog ceases to be a breeder, Owner shall, by written evidence of transfer, assign and transfer ownership of the dog to the Guardian Family after the dog has been spayed or neutered.
Possession:
Upon the execution of this agreement, owner shall transfer possession of the dog to the Guardian Family. The Guardian family shall retain physical possession of the dog during this Agreement, subject to its obligations to return possession of the dog for breeding purposes, and shall provide physical care to and supervision of the dog subject to the terms and conditions of this agreement.
Owner’s Possession for Breeding:
Female: Owner requires access to female breeding dog for reasons including, but not limited to:
Veterinary appointments to monitor pregnancy – Typically two (2) visits.
Breeding-typically 4 breedings per female- the female will need to be delivered to destination dictated by Christin Austin for the breeding process. Typically, the female will be brought to meet the male and return home with the guardian family. This will typically happen 3 times, but more visits may be required if successful breeding does not take place within the first three visits. Occasionally, the guardian home will need to take the female to the veterinarian for bloodwork that will indicate preferable breeding days. We do try to keep travel to a minimum with the guardian family in mind.
Whelping Five (5) days prior to due date and up until the puppies are weaned at approximately 6‐8 weeks of age.
Male: For each breeding event, owner requires access to a male breeding dog 3-4 separate occasions, 24-48 hours apart. Occasionally more breedings are necessary. If he is breeding a female that lives a significant distance from Dogwood Doodlebugs, it may be necessary for him to stay at the female’s house for multiple days per breeding.
Some of our breeding dogs may be co-owned. In this case, the Guardian will need to accommodate the needs of each breeder. Specific details will be discussed and disclosed for each dog.
The Guardian Family shall not transfer possession of the dog to any person without the prior written consent of owner.
The Owner may transfer “breeding rights” of the dog at any time. If this occurs, the dog will remain with the Guardian Family. The new owner of the “breeding rights” will follow the terms of this contract unless otherwise agreed upon by the Guardian Family.
We do understand that circumstances in life occur that are unforeseen. In the event the Guardian Family cannot keep the dog in their home or cannot fully care for the dog, Christin will determine the future living arrangements for the dog. Christin may rehome the dog or work out other living arrangements. Outcome will depend on specific circumstances and timelines.
Owner’s Obligations:
During this agreement, Owner shall: Provide the Guardian family with instructions concerning:
Nutritional and Dietary guidelines
Preventative health care
Reproductive cycle of a female dog
Training
Grooming
If a the breeding dog is female, take possession of the Dog from the Guardian Family for purposes of whelping and care of puppies (approximately 7‐8 weeks). Christin Austin may visit the residence of the Guardian Family at least once per calendar year to discuss with the Guardian Family any issues concerning the care and supervision of the dog.
Guardian Family Obligations:
1. Raise the dog as an indoor dog. Never to dwell outside.
2. When left at home safely contain the dog in the indoors
3. Comply with Owner’s nutritional and dietary guidelines
4. Provide the Dog with regular exercise and socialization. The dog will be introduced to many other dogs and people over the course of it’s breeding years. We expect the dog to act in a non-aggressive way toward all.
5. The dog should not be exposed to harmful agents such as cigarette smoke, radiation, excessive chemicals, etc. We do understand that the dog may pass by someone who is smoking a cigarette. It’s impossible to prevent that. But, the dog should not be exposed to cigarette smoke on a normal basis or be confined with cigarette smoke or other harmful agents. Cigarette smoke has proven to be harmful to dogs as well as humans.
5. Provide the Owner with the name of a veterinarian, which shall be approved by Owner, and inform the veterinarian of Owner’s Ownership of the dog to allow Owner to speak to the veterinarian at any time.
Veterinarian:_________________________________________
Veterinarian Address:____________________________________
6. Keep vaccinations current such as yearly shots, DDHP,Lymes,Bordetella; Rabies every 3 yrs) . Christin Austin is responsible for the payment for these services, but the Guardian Home is responsible of ensuring they are maintained.
7. Provide basic training-the dog should follow basic commands and act with manners. The dog should not be obnoxious or aggressive. If this behavior is portrayed, it will be the guardian home’s responsibility to seek training or professional advice as well as to act on that advice as approved by Dogwood Doodlebugs. The dog should be 100% housebroken by 1 year of age.
8. Keep the dog properly groomed, with care given to matting, ears and claws. Please remember these dogs are representing Dogwood Doodlebugs and need to have regular groomings. We will occasionally ask for photo updates. We use photos to update our website and show prospective puppy families pictures of our breeding dogs.
9. Make certain that the dog is available for breeding purposes. We are at the mercy of females breeding cycle and Christin will try to give you before hand warning but sometime cycles change. Also, Christin may help with transport only if we are in your area. So please be prepared to bring the breeding dog to us.
10. Notify Owner of planned vacations and change of address, phone or email.(in case of need for breeding).
11. The Guardian Home is not to compete with the practices of Dogwood Doodlebugs. They are not to enter into breeding practices due to conflict of interest.
Termination of Agreement:
This Agreement shall terminate upon the occurrence of any of the following at the discression of the owner(Christin Austin):
1. Immediately, upon the transfer of ownership of the Dog to the Guardian Family
2. Immediately, upon Owner’s determination that the Guardian Family is non‐compliant with the terms of this Agreement. And such non‐compliance poses significant risk to the health, welfare and safety of the Dog, and the breeding program, at which time possession of the dog returns to the Owner(Christin Austin).
3. With reasonable notice to the guardian Family, upon Owner’s determination that the Guardian Family is non‐compliant with the terms of this Agreement and such noncompliance does not pose significant risk to the health, welfare and safety of the Dog and is not cured within a reasonable amount of time.
4. Immediately, upon the death of the dog from natural or accidental causes
5. Immediately, upon the Guardian Family’s permanent return of the Dog to Owner for any reason. With all Fee and expense are non refundable.
Indemnity:
The Guardian Family agrees to indemnify and hold Owner harmless from and against all claims, liabilities, losses, cost, damages and expenses by reason of any damage property or injury or death to individuals allegedly caused by the Dog while in the possession of the Guardian Family.
I have read and agree with the terms of the Guardian Home Program:
Guardian Signature _________________________________
Date _____________
Guardian Name(printed) ______________________________ Guardian Phone________________
Guardian Address ______________________________
Breeder/Owner _______________________ Date__________
Dog Name: __________________________
Microchip #___________________________
Dog Description: ________________________