Guardian Home Program

We’re all about giving our breeding dogs the good life, which is why we keep our dog count at home in check—after all, we don’t want a canine takeover! To keep our breeding program top-notch, we’re always on the hunt for some top-tier bloodlines. Enter our Guardian Home Program: it’s like matchmaking for dogs! This clever scheme lets us grow our breeding game while ensuring our pups live it up in Guardian Homes, where they’re spoiled like the little furry royalty they are!

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*To become a Guardian Home, you must live within an hour of Columbia, SC. It’s essential that you’re ready to handle drop-off and pick-up for health testing, vet visits, breeding and whelping puppies. This is a rewarding commitment, and we’re excited to have you join us!*

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As a Guardian Home, you’ll be thrilled to welcome a high-quality, pick of the litter puppy into your life completely free of charge! You’ll provide a loving forever home for this adorable pup while Wilson Loves Doodles retains breeding rights. For female dogs this exciting journey begins at sexual maturity and lasts until they’ve whelp four litters. Our male dogs usually have longer contracts and are bred on an “as needed” basis.

While your dog is part of our amazing breeding program, Wilson Loves Doodles is thrilled to cover all breeding-related expenses! As a Guardian Home, you'll take charge of standard pet costs like grooming dog food, and veterinary visits (including annual vaccinations and parasite prevention according to our guidelines), along with training and all the essential care your pup needs. Once your dog completes her health testing, I'll set up the perfect breeding schedule and choose the ideal mate. Throughout her pregnancy, your female will stay with you, and we’ll arrange for her return just days before her due date to ensure a smooth whelping and a wonderful experience caring for her adorable puppies!  Once the puppies are weaned, which is typically when pups are around 6-8 weeks of age, the female can be picked up by her Guardian Family. When the dog has completed his/her breeding obligations, we pay for the spay/neuter and release ownership of the dog to you so that he/she can return home to enjoy the wonderful life that you have provided for him/her since puppyhood.

Being a Guardian Family is a rewarding responsibility. If you’re a guardian of female dogs, managing heat cycles and ensuring your girl is protected from unwanted males is essential. You should be prepared for periods of separation, around 2-3 months during each litter, as this is part of the process. Understanding the signs of a heat cycle and maintaining clear communication with us will lead to a successful breeding experience. It's crucial to keep male dogs away from intact females, as they can only mate with approved partners. Together, we will navigate this journey confidently.

At Wilson Loves Doodles, we are dedicated to the well-being of all our dogs. We recognize the significant benefits of our program and are eager to foster a strong partnership with you. We look forward collaborating with you as we enhance the care and experience for our beloved pups.

Guardian Home Requirements

• Candidates should reside within one hour of Columbia, SC, and must be prepared to flexible drop-off and pick-up arrangements for health testing, veterinary appointments, breeding and whelping.
• To ensure a seamless transition when bringing a dog or puppy into your home, be ready for a home visit. We also require references prior to placing the pet in your care. This process guarantees the best match for both you and the dog.
• Keep the dog safe and contained at all times (fenced in backyard).
• Make sure to take the dog to our vet for some fantastic care! Wilson Loves Doodles is excited to cover health testing and breeding-related vet expenses while the dog is in our program. The guardian gets to handle all the routine vet costs, just like with any beloved pet dog!
• Provide basic training that is standard for dog ownership (house, leash, and crate training, and basic obedience).
• Keep the dog free of mats and tangles, and have the dog groomed on 6-8 week schedule with a professional groomer. We would prefer our mobile pet groomer. (Pupolgoy)
• Feed our recommended diet (Purina Pro Plan).
• No plans of relocating within the next 5 years.
• Get ready for some tail-wagging good news! We're offering you the chance to bring home a furry friend without spending a dime! All we ask is that you keep the lines of communication open and work with us while your new buddy is in our program., if you're ready to provide a safe, loving home for the long, you're not just adopting a dog; you're signing up for a lifetime of fun fur!