Puppy Guarantee and Conditions
A. Description of Dog
The dog sold pursuant to the terms of this agreement is as follows on this date:
Name:
Sex:
Color/Markings:
Whelped:
Sire:
Dam:
It is agreed that the above dog will be registered with the following name:
______VON HOLTGREW
B. Consideration
This dog, identified above, is being sold for the sum of &______to be paid in full before placement. This dog will be registered with the American Kennel Club.
C. Limitation of Contract
This contract applies to the original puppy only and is non-transferable to a second party. No replacement will be given if the male or female has been bred. Buyer is responsible for all transportation costs to and from Holtgrew’s German Shepherds on the original and replacement puppy. All puppies will be replaced with a replacement puppy only option; no cash refunds will be given.
D. Hip and Health Guarantee
This puppy is guaranteed to be free of Genetic Hip Dysplasia until the dog is 12 months of age, and will pass the following certifications: Preliminary OFA or “A” stamp.
It is required that the dog be x-rayed and have a preliminary consultation by the OFA before the age of one (1) year. It is required that the buyer presents a copy of all official hip certifications or preliminary consultations to the seller for documentation purposes. If the above stated puppy is by preliminary documented and deemed dysplastic by the OFA, or German “a” stamp registering veterinarians:
The buyer may request a replacement puppy only if all paperwork (i.e. registration documents and official documents verifying hip dysplasia from the registering group (OFA, and “a” stamp)) is presented to the breeder. This replacement puppy will be chosen by the breeder and will be of the same quality and pedigree. Original puppy must be returned to the breeder unless both owner and breeder are in agreement that the dog should remain with the owner. We don’t want to take a dog that you want to keep.
If the puppy or dogs is unable to preliminary certify by the OFA or “A” stamp program due to subluxation of the hip joint, it is required that the dog be put on an appropriate exercise program to strengthen the ligaments, tendons and muscles of the hip joint.
The breeder will only guarantee Genetic Hip Dysplasia (GHD). GHD will show up in the pup before the age of one (1) year. Later development of HD is not guaranteed, as this is often environmentally produced. Young dogs or pups involved in fast running, exercise on hard, unyielding surfaces, climbing flights of stairs, jumping over and up on to things, can develop HD. Poor nutrition, obesity, accident, neglect, and abuse are also other causes of HD. Any evidence of the above stated conditions will nullify the hip guarantee.
This dog is free from any communicable diseases known to seller; this does not include giardia, coccydia or other internal parasites which may be in the grounds of various places. A copy of the vaccination and deworming schedule will be given to the new owner upon receipt of puppy. This puppy has passed a veterinary inspection during its 7th or 8th week of age.
E. Maintenance
Buyer agrees to the following:
1. Provide and maintain good health and provide preventative health care.
2. Provide proper exercise as indicated to maintain this dog or bitch in proper weight and physical condition.
3. Provide a proper diet consisting of top-quality dog food.
4. Agrees that this dog or bitch is NOT to be left in a backyard or kennel only. This dog or bitch is sold with the understanding that it was to go into a family type situation. This is for the benefit to which the dog was bred.
5. This dog may not be bred. AKC papers will reflect this.
6. Provide the Seller with photographs every four months. The buyer also agrees to submit any photos suitable for advertising and photocopies, along with any awards and critiques. Buyer agrees that the seller may use these photos and particulars for any advertising or promotion of the above stated dog’s pedigree, parents, or littermates. Pictures will be sent annually after the age of 2 years.
7. The seller will repossess the dog if any abuse or neglect is evident at the expense of the buyer.
8. Should the buyer be unable to keep the above stated puppy; the seller has first rights to the puppy to find a proper home.
F: Agreement
The seller and buyer of the above stated dog both completely agree and understand this entire contract and guarantee. We also understand that should there be a breech of contract in any of the categories A, B, C, D, E or F, this will nullify the above stated contract. By signing this contract you are agreeing to abide by all that is stated within. Nothing stated written or verbally will be binding after signing this contract. Any and all legal disputes will take place in Plymouth County, Iowa.
Seller:______Buyer: ______
Jennifer J. Holtgrew ______
28851 Melbourne Rd ______
Merrill, Iowa 51038 ______
712-938-2164 ______