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If you reside within an hour of the Medicine Hat, Alberta area and are seeking a high-quality puppy companion, the ZimmDoodles Guardian Program presents an exceptional opportunity to welcome a premium breeding-quality dog into your family at no upfront cost. This innovative program represents a partnership between dedicated families and our breeding program, where we place carefully selected breeding prospects in loving guardian homes while retaining the breeding rights to these exceptional dogs. This arrangement is specifically designed for families who desire a superior quality companion and are willing to support our ethical breeding mission, rather than those interested in establishing their own breeding operations.
Our Philosophy: Family-Centered Dog Care
At ZimmDoodles, we maintain a fundamental belief that dogs flourish as integral members of family units, receiving individual attention, love, and care in home environments rather than being housed in traditional kennel facilities. Our Guardian Program embodies this philosophy by allowing us to expand our breeding program responsibly while ensuring every dog in our program enjoys the benefits of a dedicated family home. Guardian homes serve as the cornerstone of our approach, enabling us to maintain high standards of care and socialization without operating a large-scale commercial kennel facility that could compromise the individual attention each dog deserves.
Our female dogs enrolled in our Guardian Home Program are contractually obligated to produce a pre-determined number of litters for ZimmDoodles. When a female guardian dog exhibits signs of being in heat, indicating her readiness to breed, a member of the ZimmDoodles team will arrange to pick her up from her Guardian Home. This pickup will typically occur one to two times throughout her heat cycle, ensuring optimal opportunities for successful mating.
During the heat cycle period, while the female remains in the care of her Guardian Family, ZimmDoodles maintains specific requirements that must be adhered to. These requirements encompass various aspects of her well-being, the type of food to best provide for the growing puppies, exercise protocols outlining appropriate levels of physical activity, and restrictions detailing activities she should avoid to safeguard her health and the health of her developing puppies.
Prior to her expected due date, the female will be brought to ZimmDoodles. This transition allows her to acclimate to our home and become comfortable in a safe and supportive environment in preparation for labor and delivery. She will remain at ZimmDoodles for several weeks following the birth of her litter, receiving expert care from our experienced team during this critical postpartum period. To minimize stress and ensure the well-being of the mother and her puppies during this initial bonding and recovery phase, Guardian Families are kindly requested to refrain from visiting. We understand the desire to see the new family, but visits are only permitted after ZimmDoodles have assessed the situation and determined that it is an appropriate time. We will then contact the Guardian Family to schedule a brief visit, ensuring that it is conducted in a manner that is least disruptive to the mother and her pups. This controlled visitation policy allows the mother to focus on nurturing her puppies and facilitates a smooth transition back to her Guardian Home when the time is right.
One of the valuable benefits of our female guardian program is the opportunity for worry-free vacations during breeding periods. This period provides guardian families with the perfect opportunity to take their planned vacations, weekend getaways, or extended trips without the expense and worry of boarding fees or pet care arrangements. Your beloved dog receives expert care in our home while you enjoy complete peace of mind knowing she's in the hands of experienced professionals who understand her specific needs during this important time. Many of our guardian families have shared that they specifically plan their annual vacations around these breeding periods, turning what could be a time of separation into a cost-effective opportunity for family travel. This practical benefit, combined with the rewarding experience of being part of our breeding program, makes female guardianship an attractive option for families who love to travel and want to be meaningfully involved in responsible dog breeding.
Male guardian dogs offer a significantly different and less intensive commitment compared to female guardians, making them an excellent option for families who want to participate in our breeding program with minimal disruption to their daily lives. The frequency of breeding services for our male guardians can vary greatly depending on our planned pairings and the fact that we offer stud service to outside breeders, meaning males may be needed just once a year or several times depending on breeding schedules and demand. When breeding services are required, male guardians typically only need to come to ZimmDoodles for a few hours for their "honeymoon" visit and do not require extended stays like females do. This brief, convenient arrangement is possible because we meticulously track our females' heat cycles and know precisely when they are ready for breeding, allowing us to schedule male visits efficiently.
Luna, a 19-pound F2 cockapoo, is not only breathtakingly beautiful but also a master of cuddling. She delights in sitting beside or on top of you, and her constantly wagging tail is a testament to her unwavering joy. Luna is also game for playtime, whether it's with another canine or a human companion, ready to engage in any activity.
