Guardian Homes for Health-Tested Breeding Dogs
Boise Doodle Co
(Middleton & Emmett, Idaho)
Our Guardian Home Program
Our Guardian Home program allows us to raise exceptional dogs while keeping them in loving family environments rather than kennels. Guardian families become an important part of our breeding program by providing a forever home for one of our carefully selected puppies or adult dogs while we retain limited breeding rights. In exchange, guardians receive a high-quality, fully health-tested dog at a reduced cost and ongoing support from us throughout the dog’s life. We handle all breeding-related responsibilities, including health testing, veterinary care related to reproduction, and whelping or stud duties — so your role is simply to love, train, and care for your dog as a cherished family member.
What We’re Looking For in Guardian Families
We are seeking responsible, committed families who want a close partnership with us and are excited to be part of our program long term. Ideal guardians have a stable home, time to invest in training and socialization, and a genuine love for dogs. Because we remain actively involved in our dogs’ lives, we prefer Guardian Homes located within approximately 45 minutes of Middleton and Emmett, Idaho, which allows us to easily coordinate health testing, breeding, and visits when needed. If you live within this area and are interested in welcoming one of our dogs into your family while helping us continue our ethical breeding mission, we would love to hear from you.
Dobi
Standard Munchkin Bernedoodle Female
40-60 lbs
Gecko
Female Mini Munchkin Bernedoodle
40-60 lbs
Guardian Home Program
Where Our Dogs Thrive in Family Homes — And Our Breeding Program Thrives With Integrity
At Boise Doodle Co., our Guardian Home Program allows us to grow our carefully curated breeding program without ever compromising our dogs’ happiness, health, or emotional well-being. We’re deeply committed to raising exceptional, family-focused puppies—but we also know we can’t do that alone.
And we certainly won’t do it at the expense of any of our dogs missing out on the one-on-one love, attention, and connection they deserve.
While we joke about wanting to keep every puppy that steals our hearts (and trust me, we get very attached), we know they thrive best when they grow up in forever families. Guardian Homes make that possible.
This program allows us to responsibly expand while ensuring every breeding dog lives the full, joyful, family-centered life they’re meant for—right from day one.
Lyrical
Mini Bernedoodle
15-25 lbs
What Is a Guardian Home?
A Guardian Home is the permanent family for one of our future breeding dogs.
You bring home a hand-selected puppy or young adult and raise her as your cherished family member.
We retain breeding rights for a set number of litters.
When her breeding career ends, we cover her spay and she becomes fully, officially, and forever yours.
And yes—there is no upfront cost for the dog.
You receive one of our top-quality, fully health-tested breeding prospects without paying a dime for the dog itself.
It’s a partnership built on trust, communication, and a shared commitment to giving her the best life possible.
Your Responsibilities as a Guardian Home
Being a Guardian isn’t hard—but it is intentional. You’re agreeing to raise this girl/boy with love, structure, and good communication. You’ll be responsible for everything a normal pet owner handles:
Daily Care & Lifestyle
Provide a safe, loving home where she lives indoors as part of the family
Keep us informed of heat cycles, health changes, injuries, or concerns
Keep communication open, honest, and prompt
Nutrition
Our preferred nutrition plan is PawTree food + supplements
Veterinary & Preventative Care
Routine veterinary care and annual vaccines
Maintain flea, tick, and heartworm prevention as vet reccomended.
I highly reccomend you keep “Trupanion” Pet insurance, but it is not required.
Notify us immediately if she becomes sick or injured
Training & Socialization
Teach basic commands: sit, stay, lay down, quiet, leave it
Potty and crate train by 9 months (unless already trained)
Encourage positive reinforcement training only
Leash manners and polite behavior
Socialize her with friendly people and stable, well-mannered dogs
Avoid high-risk locations (pet stores, dog parks) until fully vaccinated
Grooming & Coat Maintenance
Regular grooming every 4–8 weeks
Maintain coat, nails, ears, and hygiene
Logistics & Travel
Must be able to bring her to us within 24–36 hours when needed
Males may be needed last-minute—we try our best to accommodate, but flexibility is essential
A fenced yard is strongly preferred, though exceptions may be made with proper precautions
Please notify us before taking her out of town
We have significant time, training, and financial investment in each breeding dog—often over $10,000 before they’ve ever had a litter—so communication and transparency are non-negotiable.
Exclusivity
You agree not to serve as a Guardian Home for another breeder (of the same or similar breeds), and you agree not to breed any dogs yourself while participating in our program. This relationship is truly a partnership between your family and ours, built on trust and shared purpose.
If at any point you decide you want to begin breeding on your own or pursue a different path, we completely respect that—but our female must be returned to us immediately so she can remain within our program.
What We Handle (Our Responsibilities)
We cover all costs related to health testing and breeding, including:
Full genetic panel
OFA & PennHIP evaluations
Eye certification
Progesterone testing
Ultrasounds and X-rays
Breeding-specific veterinary care
Whelping and puppy care
If she does not pass all required health testing, she will be spayed and remain with you as your pet.
Breeding, Whelping & How the Process Works
Breeding
When she enters her cycle and is ready, she’ll come stay with us for approximately one week.
After breeding, she returns home to you.
Pregnancy Care
We’ll guide you every step of the way.
You may bring her to your vet for ultrasounds or we may handle them here, depending on timing and availability.
Whelping & Puppy Raising
She returns to our home 5–7 days before delivery and stays for 7–9 weeks while raising her puppies.
This time includes:
24/7 care
Round-the-clock monitoring
ENS/ESI
Puppy Culture & curriculum work
Vet checkups
Socialization
All the pampering and love she can handle
You’ll get plenty of updates, photos, and videos.
No visitors are allowed for biosecurity reasons (primarily parvo), but you’ll feel part of the journey.
How Dogs Adjust
Honestly? They do great.
Any confusion lasts maybe an hour or two before they settle in and soak up love from us.
Your confidence helps them feel confident too.
We treat every Guardian dog as if she’s our own—because while she lives with you, she’s always part of our breeding family.
The Big Picture
At the end of her breeding career, she’s spayed at our expense and remains permanently yours.
She’ll spend the rest of her life doing what she does best—being your loyal sidekick, cuddle bug, hiking buddy, or couch potato… whatever her personality calls for.
The Guardian Program is built on trust, communication, shared values, and a whole lot of love.
If you believe your family would be a great fit, we’d love to talk with you
Ready to take the next step? Complete the Guardian Home Application below to be considered.
Some of our Adorable Puppies for Guardian Home
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Patsy Cline
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Cowgirl
King Bernedoodle Female
40-50 lbs
8.5 weeks old
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Dobi
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Gecko
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Malibu
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Lyrical
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Jazzi
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Clancy
Mini Male Schnoodle
15 lbs
Must live close to our home.
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Cherry
Akc Moyen Size Poodle
18 lbs
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Picasso
AKC Small Moyen Poodle — 24 lbs
Picasso is an extraordinary boy who is deeply loved. He has a big personality, stunning looks, and a gentle, loyal temperament that makes him truly special. At this stage of my program, I’ve realized I can’t give him the one-on-one attention he deserves, and I’m committed to finding him a home where he will be absolutely adored and spoiled like the king he is.
Because he means so much to me, I will be selective about where he goes. Preference will be given to homes located close to me. If you believe you can provide Picasso with the time, care, and lifestyle he deserves, and you meet all program requirements , please reach out.
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Woody
Mini Bernedoodle Male
35 ish lbs
Sweet and eager to please. Gets along with everyone and is an easy keeper. He can be a bit shy. I think in his own home, he will really blossom. He’s an absolute love and will produce amazing puppies for us in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A Guardian Home is a carefully selected family that raises one of our breeding dogs as a beloved pet while we retain limited breeding rights. Your dog lives with you full-time as your family companion — not in a kennel or facility.
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Guardian families typically receive a puppy or adult dog at a significantly reduced cost in exchange for participating in our program. You are responsible for everyday pet expenses such as food, routine vet care, training, and supplies.
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We cover all breeding-related expenses, including genetic testing, OFA/PennHIP, reproductive exams, progesterone testing, stud fees (if applicable), and any veterinary care directly related to breeding.
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Our females are used for a limited number of carefully planned litters over a specific timeframe. Once her breeding career is complete, she is spayed and remains with you permanently. We reserve the right to do up to 5 litters. This will be dependent on how mom does and the recomendation of our chosen Vet.
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Yes. When her or his breeding career is complete, the dog is spayed/neutered at our expense and stays with your family for life.
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We look for responsible, stable homes that provide love, structure, basic training, and regular socialization. Guardians should communicate well with us and be excited to partner with our program. -
Submit a Guardian Home application. If we feel you’re a good fit, we’ll schedule a short call to answer questions and discuss available dogs.
Genetics + Temperament + Heart
Our program focuses on intentional, purpose-driven breeding that blends outstanding genetics with structured socialization for puppies who thrive in real families.
