Chenoa German Shepherds
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7. Spay/Neuter Agreement. Buyer has read this Contract, understands and agrees to spay/neuter this puppy and to the following terms and conditions as outlined in paragraph 7a through 7g, below.
a. Buyer understands and agrees that the above-described puppy is being sold as a pet and that no Breeding Rights are being conveyed with the above-described puppy and that said puppy Must Be Spay/Neutered. This puppy must be spayed/neutered within seven (7) months of the date of its birth. If this is an adult dog, then this dog must be spayed/neutered within thirty (30) days from the date of this Agreement. Buyer agrees and understands that in no circumstances prior to the spay/neuter of this puppy or dog, that said puppy or dog will be used at stud or for breeding purposes.....
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g. Conveyance. Seller agrees to execute and deliver to Buyer the AKC registration paperwork conveying ownership of the above-described puppy or dog to Buyer upon the following:
(1) If the above-described animal is a puppy, (or a dog that is unaltered prior to delivery), the AKC paperwork will not be released until Buyer has complied with all the provisions of the spay/neuter Agreement set forth in paragraphs 7a - 7f, above. Once Seller is in receipt of the written verification from a qualified, licensed veterinarian of the spay/neuter of the above-described puppy within the time period set forth in paragraph 7b, above, the AKC paperwork will be placed in the U.S. mail to Buyer within five (5) days from the receipt of said written verification from the Buyer’s veterinarian. It is the Buyer’s sole responsibility to make sure that Seller receives such written verification of the spay/neuter of the above-described dog either by mail or fax in compliance with paragraph 7b, above.
(2) This puppy is purebred and registered with the AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB. The Seller will provide an application slip marked "LIMITED" to Buyer. Seller agrees to execute and deliver to Buyer the AKC registration paperwork conveying ownership of the above-described puppy to Buyer at the time Seller receives the written verification of this puppy being spay/neutered as provided for in paragraph 7a-7f, above. A true copy of its pedigree will be provided at the time of purchase. (Please note: The puppy is not eligible for AKC conformation showing under limited registration.)
(3) In the event the provisions in paragraph 7a - 7f, above, are not complied with, the AKC paperwork will not be forwarded to Buyer until Seller is in receipt of the additional $1,500 (One Thousand Five Hundred and no/100 dollars) as provided for in paragraph 7a - 7f, above.
h. This puppy is being sold as a companion/pet quality (spay/neuter contract), and it may be shown in obedience and/or working events - NOT AS A SHOW ANIMAL. Therefore, it may exhibit one or more disqualifying faults according to the official AKC German Shepherd Dog breed standard.
8. Registration: Buyer agrees to register the name of the puppy as follows: The first name will be CHENOA'S, the second name will begin with the letter . The puppy can have a call name of whatever the Buyer chooses. (Please note: According to AKC rules the puppy must be registered within one year from the date of issue on the registration application. [one year from ]).....
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12. Return Policy and Health Guarantee - Exceptions. If the above-described puppy is taken to a licensed veterinarian within 48 hours of delivery (excluding weekends or holidays), and is found to have a serious health problem that will affect the life span or life enjoyment of the puppy , then Chenoa German Shepherds will offer an exchange for the above-described puppy with a puppy of equal quality from the first available litter born or if there is a puppy not spoken for in this puppy’s litter. Buyer is solely responsible for all expenses related to the return of the puppy to Seller, and Buyer must execute any and all necessary paperwork to convey all interest in said puppy back to Seller. Further, if Buyer accepts a replacement puppy, Buyer is solely responsible for all shipping and/or delivery expenses.
a. If the above-described puppy is discovered to suffer from a mild congenital defect unknown at the time of sale, which does not affect it's lifetime or quality of life, there will be no compensation, refund, exchange, or return of the puppy. Under no circumstances will Seller be obligated to Buyer for a cash refund or veterinarian costs.
b. If the puppy suffers from any congenital defect as outlined in paragraph 10, above, and no replacement is available at that time, Seller reserves the right to furnish a replacement puppy on an availability basis ONLY with a puppy of similar quality. If a puppy of equal quality to the above-described puppy cannot not be made within one (1) year of the date Seller is notified by Buyer of such defect, then Buyer agrees to accept a replacement puppy of any color, and/or sex. If not, Buyer will lose all interest, monies, and replacement options and will relinquish all rights to a replacement puppy . A new contract will be signed on the replacement puppy . **NOTE** Seller reserves the right to have a second opinion provided by a veterinarian of her choice, at her own cost. Under no circumstances will Seller be obligated to Buyer for a cash refund or veterinarian costs.
c. If Buyer chooses, he/she may return the above-described puppy for up to one (1) year from date of purchase, IF a qualified veterinarian sends to Seller a signed certification (on company letterhead) that the puppy has any fatal congenital defect that can not be treated. A detailed statement by the examining veterinarian, along with copies of all medical records, x-rays, lab work, and notes MUST accompany the signed certification and will precede the return of the puppy for health reasons. This certification must state what the fatal congenital defect is, the treatment, approximate cost, and the origination of the problem. Seller reserves the right to get a second opinion, at her expense, by a veterinarian of her own choice. Arrangements for the return of the above-described puppy must be agreed to, in writing, by Seller and Buyer prior to the Buyer sending the puppy back to Seller. Buyer is solely responsible for the delivery or shipping charges related to returning the puppy to Seller. Further, Buyer will execute all necessary paperwork to transfer ownership back to Chenoa German Shepherds prior to the puppy being delivered or shipped back to Seller. Under no circumstances will Seller be obligated to Buyer for a cash refund or veterinarian costs.
d. No refunds will be made for a dead puppy . A replacement puppy will be made, only if a qualified, licensed veterinarian, trained in such procedures, performs a necropsy and such report is provided to Seller, and such report states that the above-described puppy died of a fatal congenital defect (as outlined in paragraph 9, above), and could not be treated. Seller is not responsible for any veterinarian or medical costs whatsoever.
e. Failure to have the puppy inspected by a certified veterinarian, within 48 hours of delivery (2 business days) of the above-described puppy voids any and all health guarantee.
f. If the puppy is being shipped, the guarantee does not cover fleas, or ear mites, since these can be acquired in route to Buyer's home.
g. Buyer understands and agrees that he/she will remain solely responsible for any costs incurred in returning the puppy to Seller.
h. Buyer understands and agrees that he/she assumes all responsibility for the above-described puppy from when Seller delivers the puppy to Buyer; or if the puppy is being shipped, then Buyer assumes all responsibility for the puppy when it is delivered to the shipper/airline.
i. Buyer understands and agrees that the two (2) year guarantee does not cover any condition stemming from the Buyer's neglect, illnesses, or accidents, that the puppy came in contact with while in the Buyer's care, including, but not limited to, blood transfusions, vaccination reactions, and death due to surgical procedures, including mishaps occurring during shipping.
j. Buyer understands and agrees that the two (2) year guarantee only applies to the original Buyer, named on page one of this Agreement. Buyer understands and agrees that the puppy must be under the regular care of a veterinarian.