Caprock Shelties Pet Puppy Contract

Caprock Shelties Pet Puppy Contract

DATE: ______, ______.

This contract is between Jennifer Harper herein referred to as “Seller” and ______, herein referred to as “Buyer”. The Seller hereby conveys unto the Buyer the below described dog under the following terms, conditions, and warranties as agreed upon herein.

DESCRIPTION OF DOG

The dog herein conveyed is an AKC registered Shetland Sheepdog. The particular dog, hereinafter referred to as the Puppy, its registration, date of birth, lineage, etc. is more fully described in packet sent home with Buyer.

LIMITATIONS OF CONTRACT

This contract applies to the original puppy and original buyer only and is non-transferable to a second party.

SELLER’S REPRESENTATIONS

As of the date of this agreement, the Puppy is in good health and is free of communicable diseases. Although every precaution has been taken to transfer a healthy puppy, Seller will not be responsible for any illness or health problems which are diagnosed after Buyer’s initial veterinary health check, which must occur within 72 hours of date of sale. Should the Puppy be found in ill health, the cause of which is clearly attributable to Seller (Seller must be informed within 48 hours of veterinary examination), the Puppy may, upon presentation of a written diagnosis from said veterinarian and a veterinarian of the Seller’s choosing be returned for a replacement or refund. If Buyer chooses to keep the Puppy after such diagnosis, Seller will refund to Buyer one-half of the purchase price.

The Puppy isPET QUALITY.

CONSIDERATION

In consideration of the terms and conditions stated herein and the sum of ______, the Puppy is being sold to Buyer. A deposit of $200.00 may be applied to the purchase of the Puppy, which is non-refundable. If no PET QUALITY puppies are available, the deposit will be applied to the next Caprock Sheltie litter.

SPAY/NEUTER AGREEMENT

Buyer agrees to have the puppy spayed/neutered by the time the puppy is no more than seven months old. It is the Seller’s belief that since the puppy is not show quality, it should not be bred. The puppy will be sold on Limited Registration with the AKC with the understanding that any offspring produced will not be eligible for registration through the AKC. This makes the puppy ineligible for competition in Conformation, but the puppy is still eligible for all other fields of competition offered by the AKC.

HEALTH

Seller guarantees that the Puppy has received appropriate medical inoculations and care including Parvo inoculations and wormings. Seller will provide buyer with a medical chart detailing treatment the Puppy had received under Seller’s care and future care Seller feels is essential to Puppy’s well being.

TEMPERAMENT

Seller strongly recommends that Buyer enroll the Puppy in obedience classes and provide proper socialization for the Puppy.

MAINTENANCE

Buyer agrees to maintain the Puppy in good health, provide routine preventative health care including, but not limited to, the following:

• Annual physical exams by a licensed veterinarian
• Rabies inoculations as mandated by state law
• Continual heartworm preventative
• Control of flea, ticks and other pests
• Annual DHLP-Parvo, including mid year Parvo boosters
• Puppy will be kept clean physically and in a clean environment

-Buyer further agrees to provide proper exercise for the Puppy in order to maintain the Puppy in proper weight and physical shape. A proper diet consisting of a premium quality dog food shall be fed.

-Buyer agrees that puppy is not to be left solely in backyard or kennel or crate and will be allowed to spend time in home with family members.The Puppy is sold with the understanding that it was to go to carefully selected parties, and that the Buyer agrees that the puppy shall be a member of the family.

-Buyer further agrees that the Puppy will NEVER be tied out, chained, or otherwise confined in a manner that is potentially injurious. The Puppy will be confined to a fenced yard and never allowed to run free unless it occurs during training. Buyer will not leave the Puppy outside in any inclement weather including, but not limited to, rain, hail, freezing temperatures, or extreme heat. Buyer will ensure that the Puppy has access to fresh, clean water at all times.

-Buyer must NOT at ANY time transport the Puppy in the open cargo area of a vehicle, such as the bed of a pick-up truck. A crate in the interior of a vehicle is always the safest mode or transportation.

MISCELLANEOUS

-During the life of the Puppy, Buyer agrees to notify Seller within 30 days, of any change of address or phone numbers. Seller would appreciate receiving annual photos and news of the Puppy with the family.

-Buyer agrees to inform Seller of any titles or awards obtained by the Puppy over the course of it’s lifetime for Seller’s breeding records.

-Buyer affirms that he/she/they are not acting as an agent in the purchase of the Puppy and are not associated with a pet shop, animal broker, auction, raffle, scientific research lab, wholesale establishment, chain store, commercial enterprise, rescue organization, puppy mill, or donated to a charitable organization and that the Puppy will remain solely in the custody of Buyer.

-If it is reported and confirmed that the Puppy is being abused or neglected by Buyer in contradiction of this agreement, rights and ownership of the Puppy will automatically be terminated and ownership of the Puppy will revert back to Seller who may immediately assume possession. All costs incurred by this action will be paid for by Buyer.

RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL

If at any time circumstances are such that Buyer cannot keep the Puppy, Seller maintains “Right of First Refusal” to take possession of the Puppy and it’s properly signed registration papers, with no monies refunded. However, any monies recovered from the re-sale of the Puppy MAY be given to Buyer at Seller’s discretion. The term “Right of First Refusal” means: if the Buyer chooses to relinquish ownership of the Puppy, the Puppy shall automatically return to Seller or Seller’s designee. Under NO circumstances shall the Puppy be taken to an animal shelter, humane society, research lab facility, animal broker, pet store, etc.

DEFAULT

If Buyer breaks any of the covenants of this agreement, ownership of the Puppy reverts to Seller at the Buyer’s expense. Buyer agrees that Seller shall have the right to enforce provisions of this contract in a court of law or through alternate dispute resolution. All legal costs incurred by such process are the responsibility of the Buyer. Buyer agrees if any of the above terms are disregarded, Seller will resume ownership with no monies refunded.

NOTICE

Any notice to be given under the terms of this agreement shall be to the following:

Seller:Jennifer HarperBuyer:______

12518 Lazywood St ______

Pinehurst, Texas 77362______

(832) 421-8877______

ACCEPTANCE

By signing below, Buyer (s) and Seller both acknowledge that they have read and understand their respective rights and obligations and are legally bound by all the provisions of this agreement. This agreement shall be enforceable under the laws of the State of Texas and venue is hereby established in Montgomery County, Texas.

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Jennifer Harper, Seller , Buyer

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, Buyer

It is my sincere wish that this puppy brings much joy into your lives and that your relationship will be a long and happy one. I will be available for consultation for the life of the dog.