This Agreement Is Between Tia Van Kirk (Seller) and Tina Pastor (Purchaser) for the Purchase
Grace on High Bengals Pet Contract
Details of the kitten being purchased:
Sire: Aurora Lights Red Sky at Night Dam: TBD _
Date of Birth: TBA Male: Female:
Color & Description: Rosetted Bengal Kitten
Price:$ TBDDeposit:$ 250 Balance: $ due when going home
What does my deposit mean?
A deposit fee is placed to hold a kitten for a buyer. At this time I am holding the kitten for you and no one else can purchase the said kitten. All holding fees (deposits) are non-refundable. This being said, if I can not fulfill your request on which you have placed a deposit within one year, you will have the option of me returning your deposit. For example, if you want a silver female and I have no silver female available within one year, then you can opt to have your deposit returned. I price the kittens between 4 to 6 weeks of age; this is to ensure the most fair price is placed on the kitten. Once the kittens are priced, you must choose a kitten or pass. Once a kitten is chosen, you are committed to that kitten and if you cancel, your deposit will not be refunded.
The goal of our breeding program is to place our kittens in loving homes in a timely manner so they may bond with their new family. If a kitten is held for a Buyer, a change of mind can quite often jeopardize the chance of that particular kitten to be placed in a home while they are still of a desirable age. When the sale of the kitten is completed, the deposit shall be applied toward the balance owing on the purchase price. The balance is due at the time of pick up/delivery of your kitten. There is a $5.00 per day boarding fee if you can not pick up your kitten on the initial agreed upon date OR after the kitten is 12 weeks of age.
When picking up your kitten, the balance of the purchase price is due in cash only. If you want to pay by check, please send the payment in full 2 weeks prior to pick up date. If you want to pay by credit card, you may pay by paypal, but you must add an additional 3% to amount being paid.
Personality Guarantee:
We guarantee our kittens to be affectionate and of good temperament when they leave our home. Environment is a huge factor in a kitten’s or cat’s personality and behavior. We can not be responsible for how the kitten/cat is treated once s/he leaves our home, but we trust that s/he will be treated with love and respect. If you are unhappy with your kitten’s personality, you may return your kitten within the first 2 weeks of taking him/her home and wait on the next available kitten. Going to a new home is an adjustment period for the kitten, so it is not unusual for the kitten to be intimidated by new surroundings initially, but once they open up, you will see what loyal and affectionate babies we have here at Grace on High. All transportation expenses from the date of sale are the responsibility of the Buyer. If the kitten is returned to the breeder, the kitten must be tested for FIP, FIV, and FelV at Buyers expense.
Health Guarantee:
This kitten has been vet checked by Dr. Erik Tysklind of The Paw Patch in Indianapolis.
Health is guaranteed for a period of 72 hours from the time the kitten leaves the possession of the seller. To validate this guarantee, you must take the kitten to your veterinarian (at Buyers expense) within this said time. If the kitten is found after such examination to have any type of life threatening problem it may be returned and a replacement kitten offered as available. All transportation expenses from the date of sale are the responsibility of the Buyer. If the kitten is returned to the breeder, the kitten must be tested for FIP, FIV, and FelV at Buyers expense. The seller, Tia Van Kirk, is not responsible for any further care/cost for the kitten once she has gone to her new home and is under the care of a licensed veterinarian. If the kitten is vaccinated for
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FIP, all health guarantees are VOID. This cat/kitten is guaranteed against all heredity defects up
to the age of one year. Should a hereditary defect appear within the first year, a Veterinarian must
document it. If the kitten passes away, s/he will be replaced ONLY if an appropriate necropsy is preformed by a licensed veterinarian and a vets’ certificate is provided showing proof of cause of death. Upon providing the seller with this documentation, a replacement kitten of comparable quality and value, as available, will be given at the seller’s first opportunity. Buyer understands that at no time for any reason will there be a monetary refund of any of the purchase price.
The cat/kitten cannot be returned after the guarantee period has expired. It is the responsibility of the buyer to provide immediate veterinary care to any cat/kitten showing signs of illness or distress. Failure to do so will render any guarantee null and void. By signing this contract, the Buyer is also signing permission for their veterinarian to disclose any and all veterinary
information pertaining to this said cat/kitten and any and all information on cats/kittens living with said cat/kitten. The Seller can ask which clinic and fax them a copy of this agreement to gain access, if need be. All veterinary fees are the sole responsibility of the Buyer.
General Terms:
The buyer promises to give this kitten a loving environment and appropriate medical care throughout the life of the kitten. It is understood that this kitten is sold as an indoor pet, not to be allowed to live nor roam freely outdoors. This kitten/cat may not live in a caged environment or an environment smaller than 10 feet by 10 feet for more than 50% of the time. . If kitten/cat is found to be neglected or abused, it will be immediately surrendered to Grace on High Bengals/Tia Van Kirk, unconditionally.
Under no circumstances will this kitten be sold, leased or given away, or sold to any pet shop, research laboratory or similar facility. If for any reason the buyer must have the kitten placed in another home, it is agreed that the purchaser will let Tia know of this change. Tia will have the first opportunity of taking the kitten/cat back and finding another home for the kitten/cat. If there are transportation costs to return the kitten/cat, the owner is responsible for these costs. This is meant for the best possible care for this kitten so that she is not passed home to home.
It is agreed that the kitten will be altered as soon as s/he weighs 4 pounds and no later than 5 months of age. Bengals can develop sexually very young and it is not in the best interest of the kitten to postpone the spay/neuter past this point. Some top quality cat/kittens will be altered before leaving for their new homes, this will be at the discretion of Grace on High Bengals/Tia Van Kirk. Buyer agrees to pay in addition to the sell price the vet bill for the alter of said cat/kitten if not already included in the price of said cat/kitten. The balance is due 20 days prior to any cat/kitten that is being altered. Seller agrees to provide registration papers for this kitten upon presentation of a veterinarian’s certificate of spay or neuter. (No exceptions) Buyer agrees to pay an additional sum of not less than $2000.00 for any kitten not altered as stated and agreed to herein. Upon altering and payment in full, the registration papers from The International Cat Association (TICA) will be mailed to the purchaser. This kitten is sold as a pet and not for breeding. Altered kittens/cats may still be shown in TICA shows. If you are interested in showing your pet, show rights will be given at the discretion of Tia Van Kirk.
If the cat/kitten is found to be mistreated in any of these ways, the cat/kitten will be returned to Grace on High Bengals/Tia Van Kirk at the purchaser’s expense for travel costs and veterinary fees, no exception.
Seller reserves the right to use photos of cat/kitten sold to Buyer in any or all advertising, including website advertising, in the promotion of Grace on High Bengals. Buyer agrees to allow seller the right to use cat/kitten’s photographs or name in future or existing advertising. Buyer must always use the cat’s full registered name in any advertising or on the Buyers website.
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Information on Taking home your new kitten:
Bengals are some of the most loving creatures you will ever encounter and they desire a lot of attention. They are very intelligent and will need stimulation in the form of toys and love by people. They typically love to play in water and this is recommended in supervised situations. Kittens typically are strong willed and it is recommended that you hold your kitten several times a day in your lap and require your kitten to sit there for at least 5 minutes to get used to being held and to ensure your new kitten knows you are in control.
Please do not leave small kittens unattended for long periods of time or allow them free run of your home until they are very familiar with it and have been observed throughout your home behaving in a safe manner. Kittens love to be inquisitive and investigate and sometimes they can
get in trouble and will need your help. Please keep poisonous plants and food and small choking hazards from your kitten as much as is possible for you to do. Also, your new kitten will LOVE to play with you and even forget s/he needs his/her rest,
so please make sure she gets plenty of sleep because s/he will need it to grow big and strong. Your kitten should remain on a dry food diet throughout their life, as it is best for their teeth. Wet food may be given as a special treat. Kitten food should be given until s/he is one year of age.
Most of all, ENJOY your new little one! S/he is sure to bring you a lifetime of joy, laughter and even be a little trouble sometimes, trouble that you are sure to treasure. Truly you have just found a best friend and a most understanding companion. S/he will give much in return when she is treated well and cared for.
PLEASE call me at ANY time (even in the middle of the night!) with questions or concerns. My phone number is 317-726-5770 (home) and 317-508-6051 (cell.) I want to be as much help as possible to you.
Thank you for giving our Bengal kitten a wonderful home!
This contract is legally binding to all parties involved. It applies only to the Buyer and the Seller in this transaction and is non-transferable to other parties. Any cat found being used for breeding when purchased as a pet will owe Grace on High Bengals/Tia Van Kirk an additional sum of $2000.00. In the event of default, the Buyer will be legally liable for any and all attorney fees and or collection fees and all related costs necessary to resolve this matter. It is also agreed that any legal matters pertaining to this contract will be held in the State of Indiana, Marion County.
Buyers’ signature below shows they have read and agree to this contract.
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This is a full contract, all the conditions are in writing and signed by the buyer. No other agreements implied or verbal would apply.