At Duke’s Schnauzers, our dogs are family first—always. Our Guardian Home Program allows us to responsibly grow our breeding program while ensuring every breeding dog lives a full, happy life in a loving home.​

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Guardian dogs live full-time with their approved guardian families as cherished pets. We retain breeding rights for a limited time and cover all breeding-related care, including health testing and certifications. Dogs only come back to our home for breeding and, for females, during whelping and a short recovery period. Once their breeding journey is complete, they are spayed or neutered at our expense, and full ownership is happily transferred to the guardian family.

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Guardian families receive a top-quality Duke’s Schnauzers puppy, full health testing, complimentary pet sitting during breeding and whelping periods, and a financial stipend for each litter. It’s a special partnership that allows families to welcome an exceptional schnauzer into their home while supporting ethical, thoughtful breeding.

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Because this program is so important to us, it’s intentionally selective. Guardian homes must be within one and a half hours of Lafayette, Tennessee, have prior dog ownership experience, be a smoke free home, and provide an indoor, family-centered environment with a securely fenced yard.

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This program is perfect for families who love the breed, value responsible breeding, and want to be part of something truly meaningful—without ever compromising the quality of life of the dog they adore.