Ten Mile Aussies
Puppy/Dog Purchase Agreement & Guarantee
This agreement dated as of __________________, 20__ (the “Effective Date”), is between _______________ (“Breeder”), and _______________ (“Buyer”). The subject of this Agreement is the below-described puppy/dog
SEX/DESCRIPTION : ______________________
DATE OF BIRTH: ______________________
SIRE: ______________________
DAM: ______________________
Breeder’s Obligations. Breeder represents and warrants the following:
a. Ownership. Breeder is the lawful owner of the puppy/dog and has the right to transfer ownership of the puppy/dog to Buyer. Ownership of the puppy/dog will be transferred to Buyer [upon Buyer’s payment of the full Purchase Price].
b. State of Health; Short-Term Health Warranty. The puppy/dog (i) was previously examined by a licensed veterinarian and was found to be in good health at that time and (ii) has had the immunizations enumerated in the health records provided to Buyer. Buyer, at its own expense, may have the puppy/dog examined by a licensed veterinarian within 72 hours . If, within the Examination Period, a licensed veterinarian finds the puppy/dog to be unhealthy or unfit for sale, the puppy/dog may be returned to Breeder for a full refund of the Purchase Price. Buyer is responsible for any costs incurred in transporting puppy back to Seller. The veterinarian must provide a written statement deeming the puppy/dog “unfit for purchase”, which must be sent to Breeder within 24 hours of the veterinary examination. The foregoing guarantee expressly excludes (x) any health issues caused by Buyer’s ill-treatment, abuse or neglect, (y) any health issues that result from the puppy/dog’s transportation from Breeder to Buyer and (z) all minor illnesses and health issues, including upper respiratory infections, allergic reactions, stress colitis/diarrhea, internal or external parasites or contagious viruses (including canine parvovirus), UTIs, vaginitis or umbilical hernias.
c. Long-Term Health Guarantee . Breeder provides a 2 year guarantee from the puppy/dog’s date of birth against any testable genetic illnesses. In the event the puppy/dog exhibits symptoms of a testable genetic disease, Buyer must immediately inform Breeder and supply any requested veterinary records to Breeder. Breeder will be given the opportunity to take the puppy/dog to a licensed veterinarian of Breeder’s choice for examination.
d. Returns/Refunds. If it is determined by a licensed veterinarian that the puppy/dog (i) was “unfit for purchase” or (ii) has a genetic disorder that is identified within the guarantee periods described above, the Buyer may keep the puppy/dog and receive reimbursement for veterinary expenses related to the illness, provided that such reimbursements will NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE AMOUNT.
e. Breeder does not guarantee size, eye color or coat type.
f. No Other Warranties. No other warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, are made by Breeder, and the puppy/dog is sold and delivered in an “as is” condition, except as expressly and specifically set forth herein.
Owner’s Obligations. a. Owner is familiar with the Australian Shepherd and/or has done adequate research on the breed and feels that they are a right fit for the breed. b. Owner agrees to provide adequate care for the puppy/dog, including appropriate training, a nutritional diet and adequate veterinary care.
Breeder and Buyer have executed this Agreement effective as of the Effective Date.
BREEDER: BUYER:
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