All You Need to Know About a Guardian Home Program

Guardian Home Programs of doodle puppies have been gaining popularity since they were first introduced in 2007. However, despite this increased interest, many questions and misconceptions remain about the program. This article aims to provide an overview of guardian home programs and dispel some of the most common myths surrounding them.

1. What are Guardian Home Programs?

Guardian home programs are homes for dogs who need extra stimulation due to a lack of prior training or who need behavior modification. These programs are designed to help doodle puppies who need to work on social and basic manners skills in a less distracting environment. Dogs selected for the Guardian program will spend part or all of their time at one of these foster site locations.

2. Guardian Home Programs Are Alternate Methods of Owning a Dog

False. While guardian home programs provide an alternative way to own a dog, they are not simply a different method of ownership. Guardian homes are carefully selected and monitored homes that serve as the primary residence for a specific dog or dogs. The dogs in these homes are typically from working lines and are placed with guardian families to socialize and prepare them for a working career.

3. All Dogs in Guardian Home Programs Are Service Dogs

False. While many dogs in guardian home programs do go on to become service dogs, not all of them do. Most dogs in these programs are placed with families who have no intention of training them as service animals. These families provide the dog with a loving home environment, allowing it to experience everyday life.

4. Guardian Home Families Must Have Prior Experience with Dogs

False. There is no requirement that guardian families have any prior experience with dogs. Many families who participate in these programs have never owned a dog before. The most important thing is that the family is willing to provide the dog with appropriate exercise, basic obedience training, and good nutrition for the first few years of its life.

5. Guardian Home Dogs Must Be Returned to The Organization When They Turn 2 Years Old

This depends on the specific organization, but many require guardian home dogs to be returned when they reach 2 years of age. This allows the dog to begin its working career at a young age, which is often preferable for service dogs. Some organizations, however, allow guardian families to keep their dogs until they are 4 or 5 years old if they choose.

 

Powder Mountain Puppies is a breeder of Mini Goldendoodles and F1 Mini Bernedoodles in California. They are passionate about providing healthy and well-socialized puppies to families throughout the state. If you are interested in adopting or purchasing a Mini Bernedoodle, contact them for more information.