What is a Guardian home?

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Guardian programs are used by responsible breeders to ensure that dog within their breeding program receive proper care and attention while also maintaining a manageable number of dogs on their premises. 

My guardian program allows me to expand my breeding program without compromising the welfare of my dogs, ensuring each dog receives the attention and care it deserves throughout its life.

Here’s how my guardian homes typically work:

*I find suitable homes for my guardian pups through my application process. These homes are often local to me and include families or individuals who are interested in having a high-quality, healthy dog but may not necessarily be able to afford the full purchase price.

*The guardian(s) and I enter into a formal agreement that outlines the responsibilities of both parties. This agreement includes details about the care, health, training, and breeding of the dog.

*The guardian dog remains the legal property of Sokota Bulldogges LLC, but lives with the guardian family as their pet. The guardian family is responsible for the day-to-day care and expenses of the dog, such as food, grooming, veterinary care (excluding breeding-related costs), and training.

*When the dog reaches breeding age and passes health tests, it is temporarily returned to the breeder for breeding purposes. After completing the agreed-upon number of litters or breeding cycles, the dog would be required to be spayed or neutered and officially retired from the breeding program.

*The Guardian(s) ensure that the dog receives regular veterinary check-ups and necessary vaccinations. I provide guidelines on nutrition and supplements to the guardian family.

*During breeding cycles, the breeder may coordinate with the guardian family for estrous monitoring and breeding management. The guardian family must follow the breeder's instructions to ensure the health and well-being of the dog and the puppies.

*Once the guardian dog has retired from the guardian program, ownership is transferred to the guardian(s) and remains with them as a pet for the rest of their life,

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