Is a Guardian Home Right for You?
Exploring Our New Guardianship Program at Schnauzer Ranch
At Schnauzer Ranch, we believe every dog deserves a life filled with love, structure, and purpose. Our Guardianship Program reflects that belief, giving families the opportunity to welcome a well-bred Giant Schnauzer into their home while helping us preserve and protect the integrity of our bloodlines.
If you’ve been dreaming of owning a Giant Schnauzer but are looking for an alternative to the traditional puppy purchase, this program may be the perfect fit.
What Is a Guardianship Program?
A guardian home is a permanent home for one of our select breeding dogs. The dog lives with you as a full-time companion while remaining part of our breeding program for a limited number of litters. Once their breeding career is complete, we retire the dog from our program, spay females, and transfer full ownership to you.
This setup allows each dog to form a lifelong bond with their family from the very beginning. They are never raised in kennels or passed between homes. Your home becomes their home, for good.
Perks of Being a Guardian
Becoming a guardian comes with several unique benefits for those who are ready to make the commitment:
No purchase fee for the dog
$1,000 paid to you per litter
All breeding-related expenses are covered by Schnauzer Ranch, including health testing, reproductive veterinary care, and whelping
A professionally bred, AKC-registered Giant Schnauzer with champion bloodlines
A lifelong companion who is raised with intention, socialization, and care
Our current guardian candidates are 6-month-old puppies who are crate trained, leash started, and well-socialized with kids, adults, and other dogs.
What We’re Looking For
This program is best suited for individuals or families who are aligned with our standards and willing to be an active part of our dogs’ journey. To be considered, you must:
Live in Southern Utah (St. George area), or within reasonable distance of Salt Lake City, Las Vegas, or parts of Southern California
Have a safe, dog-friendly home with a securely fenced yard
Cover daily care, including food, grooming, training, and general vet visits
Be available for breeding-related travel and appointments when needed
Stay in close communication with our team throughout the dog’s time in the program
Ideally have no other dogs in the home, although some exceptions may be considered
Why This Program Works for Dogs and Families
Traditional kennel-based breeding can limit a dog’s ability to bond deeply and live a full family life. Our guardianship model offers a different path by giving each dog the consistency, attention, and companionship they deserve right from the start.
For families, it’s an opportunity to raise a high-quality Giant Schnauzer with minimal upfront cost while partnering with a responsible, ethical breeder. You’ll enjoy the journey of raising a well-mannered, intelligent companion and contribute to the future of the breed at the same time.
Once their breeding role is complete, you continue on with what you’ve always been—their forever home.
Ready to Learn More?
We’re always looking for great families to join our Guardianship Program. Openings are limited and based on the needs of our breeding program, so if this sounds like a good fit for your family, we encourage you to reach out.
Contact us today to learn more and get on the list for upcoming opportunities.