CoonOpry Maine Coon Cats
Sheila Haskins, Owner
CoonOpry Maine Coon Cats
Contract for Pet Quality and Show Quality Alters
This Agreement, effective the date first signed below, is made and entered into between COONOPRY, owned by Sheila Haskins (referred to hereafter as "Breeder" and/or "COONOPRY"), whose mailing address is:
4201 Salem St., Grand Prairie, TX 75052- Home Phone 972-263-9974/800-972-6466;
e-mail:
and______("New Owner[s]"),
whose mailing address is: ______
______
______
Phone: Home ______
Cell: ______
Office ______
E-mail:______
New Owner(s) desires to purchase a Pet Quality or Show Quality Alter Maine Coon Cat or Kitten and COONOPRY is willing to provide such a cat or kitten in exchange for the remuneration and promise to follow the specifications outlined below. Accordingly, the parties have agreed as follows:
Registered Name of Cat/Kitten to be purchased:
COONOPRY______
(Total Number of Letters and Spaces Cannot Exceed 35 including COONOPRY)
Call Name: ______Sex:______Birth Date:______
Dam:______Dam's Color:______
Awards, if any: ______
Sire: ______Sire's Color:______
Awards, if any:______
Kitten's Color/Pattern/Distinguishing Markings______
The above described COONOPRY Maine Coon Cat or Kitten is sold to you as a Pet Quality or Show Alter Companion. The following terms are based on the premise that this cat/kitten will be kept as a house pet and may /may not be shown (Breeder will circle one) as a kitten, cat, and/or alter. No guarantees are made as to show potential, other than no disqualifiable faults are exhibited at the time of purchase, if sold as a Show Alter. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL THIS CAT BE USED FOR BREEDING OR ALLOWED TO BREED INDISCRIMINATELY.
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CoonOpry Maine Coon Cats
Sheila Haskins, Owner
Article 1 - Health Guarantee/Veterinary Care
1.01 The COONOPRY cat/kitten named above is guaranteed to be in good health, free from internal and external parasites and fungus, clean, with claws clipped on all four paws at the time he leaves the Breeder's home for delivery to the New Owner(s). He has been examined by a licensed veterinarian at Carrier Animal Hospital 2405 S. Carrier Pkwy. Grand Prairie, TX 75051, (972-262-1581), within one month of delivery.
1.02 New Owner agrees to take the newly purchased COONOPRY Maine Coon cat/kitten to a licensed veterinarian of his choice for examination within 72 hours of delivery, excluding weekends/holidays, to confirm the cat/kitten's healthy condition. If any questionable condition is found, New Owner shall have said veterinarian call Dr. Kent Cooper (972-262-1581) immediately for consultation and shall notify Breeder immediately by phone and in writing. If possible, the cat/kitten shall be brought to Carrier Animal Hospital for examination, confirmation, and/or treatment of such condition.
1.03 Breeder will negotiate treatment or payment of vet bills for any infectious condition or internal parasites present in cat/kitten at time of delivery or manifesting itself within five days of delivery and verified in writing on letterhead by a licensed veterinarian after he/she has consulted with Dr. Cooper. Breeder is specifically NOT RESPONSIBLE for any other veterinary expenses incurred on behalf of this kitten by the New Owner(s).
1.03a If a genetic, congenital, or developmental fault (not caused by husbandry practices or accident) which is detrimental to the health or quality of life of the animal becomes apparent within three years of purchase, New Owner(s) must notify the Breeder in writing and by telephone, providing documentation by a licensed veterinarian. If at all possible, the cat/kitten will be brought to Breeder's veterinarian for consultation. Breeder feels this scenario is very unlikely, but wishes to outline procedures to be followed should it occur. Breeder is not liable for any vet bills other than this consultation with her own veterinarian.
1.03b If Breeder's veterinarian agrees, after examination of the kitten/cat or consultation with that kitten/cat/'s veterinarian, that a genetic, congenital, or developmental fault not caused by husbandry practices or accident, which is detrimental to the health or quality of life of the animal, exists in the cat/kitten, New Owner will return this kitten/cat to Breeder. Breeder will replace the kitten/cat with another kitten/cat of equal quality as soon as one is available from Breeder's own cattery or other mutually agreed-upon source. Alternatively, New Owner and Breeder may agree that the New Owner will keep this kitten/cat as a house pet but only if the condition does not cause pain or suffering. Breeder is not liable for any vet bills connected with any such genetic, congenital, or developmental fault. If New Owners decide to treat the condition, have surgery, or other wise obtain veterinary services, it will be at their own expense. . New Owner(s)' Initials: ______
1.04 This cat/kitten was examined by a licensed veterinarian at Carrier Animal Hospital at or within one day of birth, and at other times when needed. If any medical condition presented itself, the cat/kitten was examined and treated according to the veterinarian's recommendations. Vaccinations were given under the advice of a licensed veterinarian at ages 12 and 16 weeks.
1.05 Current veterinary opinion is that kittens need a third vaccination against four upper-respiratory diseases between 14 and 16 weeks of age to give the best protection for the first year of their life. The above-named cat/kitten NEEDS/RECEIVED this shot on ______. New Owner agrees to obtain this vaccination (if not already given) and appropriate boosters for the above-named cat/kitten for the rest of the cat/kitten's life.. This kitten received its initial rabies vaccination on______. A yearly rabies shot is required by Texas State Law.
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CoonOpry Maine Coons
Pet/Show Alter Contract – January 2005
1.05a THE BREEDER OF THIS KITTEN SPECIFICALLY RECOMMENDS THAT NEW OWNERS DO NOT ALLOW FIP (FELINE INFECTIONS PERITONITIS) VACCINES TO BE GIVEN AT ANY TIME.
1.05b ****IF THE FIP VACCINE(S) ARE ADMINISTERED TO THIS KITTEN, ALL GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND ARE NULL AND VOID. *ABSOLUTELY UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THE FIP VACCINE BE GIVEN. ______(Signature of New Owner)
1.06 The Sire and Dam of this COONOPRY cat/kitten were both certified Feline Leukemia (FeLv) and FIV negative by a licensed veterinarian prior to breeding. If New Owner wishes this cat/kitten to be individually tested for FeLv prior to sale, COONOPRY will provide such a test from our veterinarian for the additional fee of $45.
Requested Declined .
Additional Blood Work (Complete CBC, Total Protein) can be provided for an additional fee of $90.
Requested Declined . Both cost a total of $135. Requested Declined ___ .
Article 2 - Proper Care and Diet
2.01 New Owner pledges to provide a clean, healthy, roomy environment with plenty of human companionship, regular play and exercise, a nutritionally sound diet, regular veterinary care, veterinary treatment for injury or illness and yearly vaccinations for the above-named cat/kitten.
2.02 New Owner agrees to provide quality cat food for this kitten. A raw diet is ideal and Breeder will provide instructions of preparation for this diet. If the New Owner decides on an alternative diet, Breeder recommends that canned food is preferred as the major part of the kitten’s diet, with dry food only available for snacking. Quality canned foods such as Pro Plan Kitten, Sheba, Fancy Feast, Nutro Kitten Food, and/or Friskies should be offered twice a day. Only premium dry foods such as Eukanuba Lamb and Rice, Iamas , Royal Canin Kitten Food, and Royal Canin Sensitive (Purple Bag) will be fed to this kitten. It is preferable to mix several of these foods together and to change the mixture every couple of months. Clean, fresh water should always be available.
Article 3 - Special Provisions
3.01 New Owner agrees NEVER TO DECLAW the above-named COONOPRY Maine Coon cat/kitten. Declawing is cruel and painful for the pet. It may change the loving personality and litter box habits of the cat. Maine Coon kittens and cats can be trained to use appropriate objects and materials for sharpening their claws. .New Owner(s)' Initials: ______
3.02 New Owner agrees never to allow the above-named COONOPRY Maine Coon cat/kitten outdoors at any time. The only exception is if the cat/kitten occupies an enclosed wire pen (with roof), such as in a "cat run." Breeder strongly recommends that the cat/kitten NEVER go outdoors except in a carrier.
New Owner(s)' Initials: ______
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CoonOpry Maine Coons
Pet/Show Alter Contract – January 2005
3.03 New Owner agrees to provide Breeder with at least four snapshots of the above-named cat/kitten at the ages of 6 months, 9 months, 1 year, 18 months and occasionally thereafter so that his development may be studied.
3.04 Should circumstances cause New Owner to be unable to keep the above-named cat/kitten as his/her own personal companion, New Owner agrees to give Breeder Right of First Refusal to re-purchase the cat/kitten for no more than the purchase price excluding shipping fees; less $150 for a cat over 6 months of age; less $200 for a cat over 1 year of age; less $250 for a cat over 2 years of age, providing the cat is in a healthy condition suitable for placement in a new home. New Owner will provide health records and current health evaluation to the Breeder, including results of an FeLv test, FIV test, complete CBC, and total protein reading from a licensed veterinarian. Payment to New Owner will be made as soon as another owner is found for the cat and remuneration received. New Owner(s)' Initials: ______
3.05 New Owner pledges that this cat/kitten will never, under any circumstances, be abandoned to fend for himself, nor will he ever be given or sold to a pet store, experimental laboratory, or animal shelter. New Owner(s)' Initials: ______
3.06 New Owner promises to notify Breeder if any unusual health problems develop in this kitten and to notify Breeder of any sudden death of the kitten. If such unexpected sudden death were to occur, New Owner will have a necropsy performed by a licensed veterinarian and provide the results to the Breeder. These events are unusual and not expected, but must be discussed. Breeder tries to produce the healthiest kittens possible and therefore needs to be notified if problems arise in order to evaluate her breeding program.
Article 4 - Payment
4.01 Price for the above-named COONOPRY Pet Quality or Show Alter Maine Coon cat/kitten: $________
4.01a A non-refundable deposit of $___0______is required to hold this cat/kitten until delivered on date desired by New Owner (cat/kitten must be at least 3 months old). This deposit is not refundable unless the cat/kitten named dies. Should unforeseen circumstances develop which prevent New Owner from accepting the cat/kitten at the agreed-upon time of delivery, the deposit may be transferred to another COONOPRY cat/kitten available at a future date mutually agreed upon.
4.01b Deposit received: . (Date & Initials of Breeder) Approximate date of delivery: ______
4.02 The remainder of the purchase price ($______additional plus any fees from Section 1.06: ) is due upon delivery of the cat/kitten if New Owner picks him up directly from Breeder. A molded plastic carrier with wire door, sturdy closure and carrying handle suitable for car travel during vacation, to cat shows and to and from the veterinarian's office will be provided at cost. Requested: ______. Denied: ______Approximate Cost: $_30.00______
4.03 The remainder of the purchase price ($______additional plus any fees from Section 1.06:______), cost of airline-approved shipping kennel ($____), shipping fees (Estimated $185) and health certificate ($60) are due 10 days prior to the scheduled shipping date if this cat/kitten is to be delivered by air or picked up by a third party other than a member of New Owner's immediate family or a mutual friend of Breeder and New Owner.
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CoonOpry Maine Coons
Pet/Show Alter Contract – January 2005
4.04 The complete cost of cat/kitten, including delivery and shipping, if any: ($______).
Please make all checks payable to Sheila A. Haskins. There will be a $30 charge for any check refused by Breeder's bank for any reason.
Article 5 - Special Provisions Applying Only to this Kitten/Cat
CoonOpry Cattery
Sheila Haskins
4201 Salem Street
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
PH: 972-263-9974 or 800-972-6466
Fax: 972-262-2644
Cell: 214 – 766-7375
This Agreement sets forth the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes and cancels all previous understandings, negotiations, representations and agreements, whether oral or written, with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement. No changes, alterations, or modifications to this Agreement will be effective unless in writing and signed by the parties hereto.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement in duplicate originals under the laws of the State of Texas.
Signed______Signed______
New Owner #1 Sheila A. Haskins
COONOPRY
Signed ______
New Owner #2
Date: ______Date:______
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