NC Guardian Home Program
A Guardian Home is a permanent home for one of our breeding males or females. Becoming a guardian home gives you the opportunity to have one of our "Pick of the Litter" puppies as a family pet.
Partnering with families to raise exceptional dogs with love.
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At Smitten by Schanuzers, we believe our dogs thrive best in loving homes-not large kennel environments. Our Guardian Home Program allows select families to welcome on of our top-quality dogs into their home while we retain breeding rights for a limited time.
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This partnership ensures our dogs receive individualized attention, while we continue our commitment to responsible, ethical breeding.
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What is a Guardian Home?
A guardian home is a carefully selected family that raises one of our breeding dogs as their forever pet, while partnering with us during the dog's breeding years.
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Once the dog completes their breeding career, full ownership is transferred to guardian family at no cost. ​​
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Requirements
To ensure the highest level of care and consistency, guardian homes must meet the following:
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- live within 1 hour of Greenville, NC (or willing to travel as needed)
- provide a safe, clean, and stable home environment
- will have a secured fenced yard and a structured plan for daily exercise
- dogs must live indoors as a family member (strictly no outdoor-only homes)
- provide high-quality nutrition, routine grooming, and regular exercise
- keep the dog at a healthy weight and condition
- maintain routine veterinary care, including vaccinations and preventatives
- notify us immediately of any illness, injury, or behavioral concerns
- maintain open, consistent communication with us
- allow scheduled evaluations and check-ins
- be available to bring dog to us for:
- health testing
- breeding (timing will be discussed in advance)
- follow all terms outlined in the Guardian Home Agreement, a legally binding contract
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Breeding Responsibilities
- Female dogs: typically participate in a limited number of planned litters
- Male dogs: may be used periodically for breeding
- During breeding periods, the dog may stay with us temporarily
- All breeding decisions are made with health, safety, and ethics as the priority
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Additional Requirements
- dog must not be altered (spayed/neutered) until released from the program
- must not be used for outside breeding
- guardian families must demonstrate responsibility, reliability, and a genuine love for dogs
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Breach of Contract
If Guardian fails to meet the term of Agreement, Breeder reserves the right to:
- Reclaim possession of the Dog
- Terminate Agreement
- Pursue legal remedies if necessary
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If this sounds like a good fit, we would love to connect with you. Complete this application form: Guardian Home Application
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