Guardian Program

If you love Australian Labradoodles and would like to own one without the upfront cost, our Guardian Program may be the perfect fit for you. Our breeding dogs that are not housed with us are raised in loving homes as cherished family pets. When we identify an exceptional puppy we believe will make a wonderful future mom or dad, we make that puppy available to a carefully selected Guardian family. All Guardian Homes go through a thorough application and screening process to ensure our puppies are placed in the very best environment.

Location Requirements

Home Requirements

• •An adult must be home at least part-time during the day to provide care and companionship.
• •Dogs must live indoors as full family members — kenneling or outdoor-only living is not permitted.
• •A busy, loving household with children is encouraged for healthy socialization.
• •There may be some limitations on other pets in the home.
• •Guardians agree to raise, train, and care for the dog throughout their lifetime as a permanent family member.

What You Receive

If selected as a Guardian family, you will receive a pick-of-the-litter puppy at approximately 8–10 weeks of age. You are responsible for all normal costs of care and routine medical expenses associated with raising a healthy family pet. Lily's Labradoodles covers all reproductive testing and costs associated with pregnancy. Health testing for your puppy is completed between 4 and 11 months of age.

Breeding Responsibilities — Females

Once your dog has passed all health testing, she will become a breeding dog for Lily's Labradoodles. She will come to us during her heat cycle for breeding, then return home to you for the duration of her pregnancy. She will come back to us for delivery, and our Guardian families are also welcome to assist in raising the pups. After completing four litters, she will be spayed and retire permanently with your family.

Breeding Responsibilities — Males

Males will be used for various breedings for up to five years, after which they will be neutered and retire permanently with your family.