Guardian Family Program – Give a Dog a Loving Home and Join Our Mission
Our Guardian Home Program in Utah makes that possible — giving families a chance to welcome one of our very best Australian Labradoodle puppies while helping us continue our mission of raising healthy, happy, well-socialized dogs.
When you join our program, you become part of the Red Desert Family — and a vital partner in preserving the quality, health, and temperament of our breeding lines.
What is a Guardian Family?
A Guardian Family receives one of our pick-of-the-litter Australian Labradoodle puppies at a significantly reduced cost in exchange for partnering with us during the dog’s breeding career.
Your puppy lives in your home as a beloved pet, enjoying all the love and comfort of family life.
Red Desert Doodles retains breeding rights for a limited time, during which your dog may return to us for breeding or whelping. Once retired, we cover the spay/neuter cost, and full ownership transfers to your family — giving you a top-quality, well-trained companion for life.
It’s a beautiful partnership: you provide the home, we handle the breeding, and the dog receives the best of both worlds.
Guardian Program Overview
Program Type | Guardian Home Program – Utah |
Dog Type | Australian Labradoodle (male or female) |
Cost | $800 Guardian Fee (vs. $3,500 adoption fee) |
Breeding Rights Duration | Limited – typically until 5–6 years of age |
Ownership Transfer | After retirement and spay/neuter (covered by Red Desert Doodles) |
Benefits of the Guardian Dog Opportunity
Becoming an Australian Labradoodle guardian family is a rewarding way to experience life with a top-quality breeding dog while helping maintain the integrity and future of the breed.
For the Dog
✓ Lives in a home with a loving family , not a kennel
✓ Receives constant love, socialization, and companionship
✓ Thrives emotionally and physically in a family environment
For the Guardian Family
✓ Receive the pick of the litter at a fraction of the cost ($800 instead of $3,500)
✓ Red Desert Doodles pays for spay/neuter after retirement
✓ Earn $150 per litter if you’re a guardian for a male
✓ Earn $300 per litter if you’re a guardian for a female
✓ Enjoy the pride of helping raise the next generation of healthy, well-bred Labradoodles
For Red Desert Doodles
This program allows us to responsibly grow our breeding program without ever housing dogs in kennels.
✓ It ensures every Red Desert Doodle lives the life they deserve — as a cherished family companion.
How the Guardian Program Works
For Female Guardian Dogs:
Your female Labradoodle will return to us for a short period when she is ready to whelp and raise her puppies.
We care for her in our home until the puppies are weaned — typically 6–8 weeks — then she returns home to you.
For Male Guardian Dogs:
Male guardians may be used periodically for breeding. Each visit is short, usually just a few hours, and guardians receive compensation per litter sired.
Compensation:
✓ Male Guardians: $150 per litter sired
✓. Female Guardians: $300 per litter whelped
Why Join the Guardian Family Program
Families love this opportunity because it allows them to:
✓ Experience owning a top-quality Australian Labradoodle without the full cost
✓ Contribute to the preservation of an ethical, health-tested breeding program
✓ Partner with a trusted breeder that prioritizes transparency, health, and love
For us, it’s about connection — we work closely with our guardian families and stay in touch throughout their dog’s life. You’re not just helping raise a dog; you’re joining a community of like-minded families who care deeply about the breed.
It’s a true partnership built on trust, communication, and shared purpose.
Requirements to Become a Guardian Family
We carefully screen all guardian applicants to ensure the best fit for our dogs.
You may be a great candidate if you:
✓ Live within 1 hour of Hurricane, Utah
✓ Have a safe, fenced yard and a loving, stable home environment
✓ Are willing to maintain regular communication and vet care
✓ Can provide transportation to and from our home when needed
✓ Are excited to be part of the Red Desert Doodles
Life Ater Retirement
When your guardian dog completes their breeding career, Red Desert Doodles:
✓ Pays for their spay or neuter surgery
✓ Transfers full ownership to you
✓ Ensures your dog transitions fully to a lifelong family companion
You’ll have the joy of keeping a dog that has been carefully bred, well-socialized, and raised to the highest standards — for life.
Why Red Desert Doodles Chooses Guardians
✓ We are deeply committed to the emotional wellbeing of our dogs
✓ Every breeding dog deserves one home, one family, one place to belong
✓ Guardian families allow us to maintain ethical standards while continuing to advance the breed responsibly
Every partnership expands our circle of love, care, and commitment — and gives another Labradoodle the life they deserve.
Ready to Become A Guardian Family?
If you’re ready to open your home and heart to one of our Australian Labradoodle breeding dogs, we’d love to hear from you.
Together, we can give these amazing dogs the family life they deserve while building a program rooted in health, integrity, and love.