Guardian Program
We believe that Every dog should have a family that can give them the individual attention, love and care they deserve. It’s because of this that we have chosen to limit how many times our dogs are bred. Through this program, we're able to maintain the integrity of our lines, preserving the specific attributes and temperament we looking for in future generations, all without compromising the quality of life for our cherished mamas.
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the Program:
We partner with a local, qualified family and give them our pick of the litter in exchange for us to retain breeding rights. We will do up to 4 litters with females, or up to age 7 for males, with that dog before they are spayed/neutered and continue to remain with their guardian family. We cover all breeding related expenses, the family covers routine care.
*Note: This is Not a free dog! There is still a financial commitment involved both to ensure commitment to the quality of life for the dog, as well as commitment to the program. The cash incentives fully refund the amount paid for the dog + extra by the time the dog is ready to retire.
We pay our families a cash incentive each litter(females)/Year(males) for participating in the program and raising a wonderful pup.
Requirements:
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Live within 1 1/2 hours of Acton, Maine(or be willing to travel within that range)
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No intact males in the home(for female guardians)
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Have previous experience with owning dogs
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Be able to properly train and socialize the puppy
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Keep in regular contact + committed to the full duration of the contract
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Be committed to fully love and care for the dog
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Benefits:
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Free Training! We require our pups to be able to obtain their CGC before being entered in the breeding program. If you choose to enroll in training classes that result in a CGC certificate at the end(and you pass) we will reimburse those classes up to $250. We are also on hand to help with training throughout the dogs life
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You get pick of the litter based on health, temperament, and intelligence
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Discounts on TLC brand food for the duration of the guardians enrollment
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A cash incentive each year for males/per litter for females
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You get to participate in bringing service dogs and heart dogs to families and kids that are waiting for the love only a dog can bring
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