The Guardian Program: A Complete Guide to Expanding Your Ethical Breeding Program with Guardian Families (The Guardian Dog Program Series)

The Guardian Program – Breeders EditionA Complete Guide to Expanding Your Ethical Breeding Program with Guardian FamiliesBy Lisa FosterWhether you're placing your first guardian dog or refining an established program, The Guardian Program – Breeders Edition is your complete roadmap to building a values-led, welfare-first breeding model.Written by Lisa Foster—founder of Lovelocks Australian Cobberdogs and President of the Australian Cobberdog Society—this guide draws on over 25 years of experience in animal science, canine behaviour, and ethical breeding management. With clarity, compassion, and real-world examples, Lisa walks you through every stage of running a successful guardian home program—from vetting families and setting clear contracts to managing matings, supporting guardians, and making tough decisions with integrity.Inside, you'll find:Proven frameworks for selecting, managing, and retiring guardian dogsGuidance on contracts, communication, and conflict resolutionTools to help scale your program without sacrificing quality or valuesHeartfelt stories and evidence-based practices rooted in dog welfareDigital Templates, checklists, and sample policies for immediate use. Use QR Code in back of book.This guide is designed to be used alongside The Guardian Dog – Family Guide, a companion resource written specifically for your guardian families to help them feel confident, informed, and supported at every stage.Whether you're a seasoned breeder or just beginning your journey, this book will help you grow your program with professionalism, confidence, and care. Because ethical breeding doesn’t just happen in the whelping box—it starts with relationships.Raise dogs. Build trust. Set a new standard. Read more