ClaBec Maltese
Breed: Maltese | Member Since 1/22/2010
PET CONTRACT
Clara Freeman & Rebecca Stephens
Pensacola, Florida
850-255-6011
beckys@clabecmaltese.com
Date:____________
Time:___________
Date of Birth: ________
Sire:____________________________ Registration# __________________
Dam:___________________________ Registration#___________________
This contract is bound by and between Clara Freeman or Rebecca Stephens, herein called breeder and______________herein called buyer. I (buyer) have purchased a (Sex)______ Maltese puppy on the above
date. I understand that I have a 168 (one hundred sixty-eight) hour health guarantee on this puppy.
I (buyer) have/am purchased/ing the above described puppy/dog for $________. The deposit of $_____, Deposit is non refundable if I (buyer) decide that I do not want said puppy. If I (buyer) have paid extra towards the balance of the puppy/dog, the breeder will refund the difference of the payment at the time that the puppy/dog is placed in a different home.
All puppies/dogs will be checked by a licensed veterinarian prior to going to their new homes. And will come with a Health Certificate signed and dated by a licensed veterinarian. If puppy/dog is found to be in poor health after I (buyer) has placed the deposit. Breeder will refund my (buyer's) full deposit.
I (buyer) understand that I have 168 (one hundred sixty-eight) hours to take above mentioned puppy to a licensed veterinarian of my choice.
If I (buyer) take this puppy to the veterinarian in the time frame stated above, and found by the licensed veterinarian to be in poor health by fault of the breeder and not injuries or illness while in my (buyer's) care, I am entitled, upon first availability, a replacement puppy of equal value. Breeder has 12 (twelve) months to provide replacement. I (buyer) must provide a written statement as proof of a health issue and problem within 1 (one) week from my licensed veterinarian to breeder and breeders veterinarian.
I (buyer) have a 3 (three) year contract against congenital health conditions that are life threatening. Or if the puppy/dog's quality of life is at stake (deaf or blind). If puppy/dog is diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian within this time frame to be sick with a congenital disease, I (buyer) will receive a replacement puppy/dog of
equal value. Breeder has 12 (twelve) months to provide replacement. I (buyer) will be allowed to keep original puppy after verification from breeders vet of ailment that is genetic. Buyer will be responsible for all shipping (nanny service) charges.
If the puppy/dog develops a umbilical hernia and it is superficial and non-life threatening and I (buyer) decide to have it repaired, I will do so at my own expense. Breeder is not responsible for cost of the repair.
This puppy is sold as pet quality only unless otherwise stated. The size, weight, bite and coat are not guaranteed.
If the puppy/dog dies within the 3 (three) year time frame, I (buyer) am responsible for having my licensed veterinarian perform an autopsy on the puppy/dog to diagnose the cause of death, at my (buyer's) expense. If the puppy/dog is diagnosed to have died due to a genetic defect breeder will provide a replacement puppy of equal value to the buyer. Breeder has 12 (twelve) months to provide the replacement.
If I (buyer) choose not to take the above puppy('s) to the veterinarian for an examination within the 168 ( one hundred sixty-eight ) hour time frame, I (buyer) understand that I forfeit all of my right to a replacement puppy.
I (buyer) will never chain the above mentioned puppy/dog out side or leave him/her out doors for any extended amount of time. I (buyer) will provide adequate care and nutrition for the puppy/dog at all times. If I (buyer) am unable to care for the dog/puppy, I will return the puppy/dog to breeder.
Puppy is sold with Limited AKC Registration. At no time will I (buyer) use puppy/dog for breeding purposes. I (buyer) will have said puppy spayed/neutered by the time he reaches 1 (one) year of age and provide breeder with proof of alter from a licensed veterinarian to breeder. After breeder receives proof of spay/neuter, breeder will provide AKC Registration Papers.
At no time will I (buyer) have the puppy/dog put down or otherwise disposed of unless required by a licensed veterinarian for the health and well being of the puppy/dog. Proof of illness must be provided by a licensed veterinarian to the breeder. I (buyer) will not leave the puppy/dog at a kill shelter.
I (buyer) will not take said puppy/dog into any public establishment until he is fully vaccinated against diseases.
In the event that this contract is breached and a lawsuit arises, the winner of the suit is entitled to recover their expenses, including reasonable attorneys fee’s. The laws of the State of Florida will govern, and any claims will be handled in court in the State of Florida and in the county in which the breeder resides.
I (the buyer) have read, fully understand and accept the above contract.
Buyer: ______________________
Address: _______________________
City/State/Zip:____________________
Phone Home: ___________ Cell: ______________
Email Address: ___________________________
Buyer's Signature:___________________________________
Date:_____________
Breeder: Clara Freeman or Rebecca Stephens
Seller's Signature:_________________________________
Date:_______________