MBH's
Guardian/Forever Home Breeding Program
Mountaineer Basset Hounds is excited to announce a new breeding program!! The Guardian/Forever Home breeding program was brought to my attention by another Basset breeder who began a program also. What makes this program helpful for breeders such as myself is that we are able to continue our pedigree lines while keeping our pack small. This means our pack can still stay in the house and get the care and love many big breeders are not able to give their outside kenneled dogs to the extent we can.
How does the program work?
The male "pick of select litters" is sold for a reduced fee to a family that will provide a loving, caring home. Why a reduced fee and not for free? Due to the unknown I can not give a puppy for free and then ask a family to pay for him/her if for whatever reason they may not be able to be used in my breeding program. So if the dog can not be used in my program you still got a great pet for a fee less than others have paid. If the dog is able to be used in my program families will be compensated with a puppy at no charge from a future litter fathered/mothered by their Basset. (Must be from 2nd litter or later and litter must contain 2 or more puppies)
The dog lives with this family for it's entire life except during the times when it comes to us to be bred and/or later to have puppies. All breeding rights will remain with Mountaineer Basset Hounds and full ownership of the dog is signed over to the family once the we decide that the dog is retiring from breeding. As the puppy grows, its health, temperament and conformation is monitored to determine if it is suitable for breeding. Once the animal is of age for breeding, we decide who it will be bred to and when.
If for some reason I decide an animal is unsuitable for breeding, I will ask that it be spayed or neutered at my expense. When that is done, our breeding contract is null and void, the ownership is transferred to the family and the dog is able to enjoy life with it's family.
Who qualifies for the program?
When it comes to selecting a guardian family, we are very selective in who we choose. We want to make sure that our dogs go to safe homes where they will be well cared for and not allowed to escape, get lost or get run over by a car.
We expect the dogs to be house dogs. We look for people who have had Bassets before. The ideal person is one who has had a Basset die of old age. This is a person who know how to take care of a Basset and is willing to make a commitment for life to one of our dogs.
Guardian families will need to be willing to provide references that can be contacted during the approval process. We are currently looking for West Virginia families but will consider placement in an out of state of home!
How does the breeding program work?
Males will be brought to us to breed the girl or girls of our choice. They will be with us for potentially 1 to 3 weeks at a time depending on the when the girl/s come into heat. Most generally the male will only be used 1 to 2 times a year for 1 week.
What is expected of the Guardian family??
The Guardian family is expected to give the best home, love and care possible to the Basset placed in their home. This is a lifetime commitment and we expect the family to give the same care as we here at Mountaineer Basset Hounds. There is a contract that is to abided by, to read over the contract and to be considered as a Guardian/Forever Breeding Program please fill out the Puppy Application.........
Guardian Contract - Please download and read!!!
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So I wanted to post some questions & answers that families have asked me as it pertains to the "Big Boy" male puppy I have available for my Guardian/Forever Home Breeding Program so I thought I would share this info!
When would he be used?
A. I have no intentions on using him for a year to most likely a year and a half from now.
How long will he be used for in breeding program?
A. As much as I want to give a certain time frame there are many factors that will play into the length of breeding time. These factors can be....if he meets the AKC standard guidelines, ability to produce, puppies produced, unforeseen health issues, etc.
How often will he be used/gone from us?
A. So the norm he would be required to be here in WV is a week once a year. The max would be 2 to 3 weeks once to twice a year (this is not the norm and would depend on if the girls are in heat around the same time/within week of each other, etc.) The max is not as likely to happen but is possible. Reminder he is coming back to the home he came from not to a strangers house!!
Price?
A. He is $1400.....this is a reduction in price from what other pups in his litter cost. He also comes with more vaccinations and Vet visits under his belt. Families are also offered a free pup from his future litters (2nd litter and beyond) for participating.
We don't feel like he will be ours!?
A. I want him to be in his FOREVER HOME hence the name of the program. I do not want him back unless needed, being abused, neglected, etc. I want him to be in a home that will love and care for him the same as I.
Why the program?
A. The program allows me to preserve his pedigree lines while giving me the ability to be a small hobby breeder. Having a small number of Bassets gives me the ability to keep my dogs comfortably in my home and the ability to the best care to all.
What is the responsibility of new owner?
A. Main responsibility is to give the utmost care and love to the Basset. Of course regular Vet care is a must, keeping him intact until I see fit to neuter him, as well give him a proper home. Making sure he is always looked after, etc. Also work with me when it comes time for pick ups and drop offs.
If any other questions please feel free to ask! All potential families need to fully read over my webpage as well as download the contract and fully read over it. If you are interested in obtaining this little boy you need to contact me via phone to discuss things further!!!
When would he be used?
A. I have no intentions on using him for a year to most likely a year and a half from now.
How long will he be used for in breeding program?
A. As much as I want to give a certain time frame there are many factors that will play into the length of breeding time. These factors can be....if he meets the AKC standard guidelines, ability to produce, puppies produced, unforeseen health issues, etc.
How often will he be used/gone from us?
A. So the norm he would be required to be here in WV is a week once a year. The max would be 2 to 3 weeks once to twice a year (this is not the norm and would depend on if the girls are in heat around the same time/within week of each other, etc.) The max is not as likely to happen but is possible. Reminder he is coming back to the home he came from not to a strangers house!!
Price?
A. He is $1400.....this is a reduction in price from what other pups in his litter cost. He also comes with more vaccinations and Vet visits under his belt. Families are also offered a free pup from his future litters (2nd litter and beyond) for participating.
We don't feel like he will be ours!?
A. I want him to be in his FOREVER HOME hence the name of the program. I do not want him back unless needed, being abused, neglected, etc. I want him to be in a home that will love and care for him the same as I.
Why the program?
A. The program allows me to preserve his pedigree lines while giving me the ability to be a small hobby breeder. Having a small number of Bassets gives me the ability to keep my dogs comfortably in my home and the ability to the best care to all.
What is the responsibility of new owner?
A. Main responsibility is to give the utmost care and love to the Basset. Of course regular Vet care is a must, keeping him intact until I see fit to neuter him, as well give him a proper home. Making sure he is always looked after, etc. Also work with me when it comes time for pick ups and drop offs.
If any other questions please feel free to ask! All potential families need to fully read over my webpage as well as download the contract and fully read over it. If you are interested in obtaining this little boy you need to contact me via phone to discuss things further!!!
