CONTRACT AND SALES AGREEMENT
You are purchasing an AKC, Cream Golden Retriever pup. Thus for the purpose of this contract, The Mallochs will be referred to as the sellers. Reachable through phone:978-464-5353 or email: jrs-goldens@hotmail.comName of Buyer:
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Address:
_________________________________________________________________________
Phone number:
______________________Email:_________________________________________
This is for the sale of one Golden Retriever
pup, name____________________________________
Sire: __________ _________Reg.No. ___________________
Dam:
__ ___________
___ Reg.No._
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Total amount paid: $
_______________ Less deposit
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Genetic and Hereditary Disease: NOTE TO BUYER of GOOD FAITH: All canines have the potential for genetic or congenital diseases. Due to the nature of the particular disease, unfortunately, the concerns cannot always be eliminated. It is the job of the breeder, through selective breeding, to try and minimize (not eliminate) these conditions -- in good faith. Please read, to your full understanding, the following sections of this contract concerning any contagious or hereditary defects.
1. SHOW/LIMITED AKC: This puppy is being sold
with LIMITED registration only. It is understood to the buyer that this
pup will have the proper AKC registration number/papers; however, s/he
WILL NOT have breeding rights. Therefore, this puppy will NOT be
authorized to register any of its future heirs unless agreed upon in
writing and certified by the seller. We (seller) require that all pups
be spayed or neutered before the age of one. Spay/neuter contract is
required-without exception. It is understood that the puppy you are
purchasing from JRS GOLDENS is intended as a family pet and not for
breeding or resale. It is agreed that neither the purchaser nor
anyone the purchaser may give, loan, lease or sell the JRS Golden to is
strictly prohibited from breeding the dog or providing the dog to anyone
that will or may breed the dog. Only with the express written
permission of the breeder shall the purchaser or their representative
have the right to breed the JRS Golden and only after adequate
consideration is agreed upon between the breeder and the purchaser.
It is agreed that the unauthorized breeding of a JRS Golden constitutes
irreparable harm for which there is no adequate remedy at law. The
purchaser agrees, therefore, that the breeder may seek and obtain an
injunction restraining the breeding and/or sale of JRS Goldens and its
offspring. In the event the purchaser has bred the JRS Golden the
injunction shall also provide for the immediate return of the JRS Golden
and all puppies from said JRS Golden at the purchaser’s expense. It is
agreed that the breeder shall have the right to obtain the
injunction/restraining order ex parte without notice and without
hearing. The purchaser agrees that jurisdiction shall lie in the
state of
2.The Buyer must have the puppy examined by a
licensed veterinarian within 72 hours after receiving puppy excluding
Sunday and holidays. The Seller must be informed immediately of the
examination's result by e-mail or telephone. Failure to comply will
render this guarantee void.
3. The Buyer is responsible for the daily
health care and maintenance of the pet, including all immunizations and
examinations recommended after purchase, as well as providing necessary
medication and follow-up treatments from veterinarian visits. In order
for the guarantee to remain in effect you must keep receipts and records
to verify that you have regularly taken your pet to a duly licensed
veterinarian for checkups and all required immunizations.
4. In the unlikely event of the death of the
puppy within one (1) year from its birth due to genetics, a moderate or
severe elbow or hip dysplasia, or a grade 3 or above heart murmur the
Breeder shall refund purchase price or replace the pet with another of
equivalent value at no cost to the Buyer within 120 days. All conditions
set forth in paragraph 14 shall apply.
5. If the Buyer declines the refund or
replacement puppy, then the Seller and Breeder shall be under no further
obligation and it will be deemed that the Buyer has released the Seller
and Breeder from all further claims.
6. In case of moderate to severe elbow or
hip dysplasia, the radiograph should be permanently identified in the
film emulsion with: registered name and/or number, name of the
veterinarian or hospital making the film, date of radiograph taken.
Furthermore, the radiograph and report must meet OFA standard submission
requirements.
7. The value of the puppy for the purpose of
this guarantee is solely the original purchase price of the puppy, and
does not include shipping costs, health certificate, shipping crate or
any additional prices declared by the Buyer.
8. This guarantee is non-transferable. In the
event this guarantee is exercised, the registration papers must be
returned to the Seller.
9. Puppies are sold as pets; no guarantee is
made as to disposition, conformation, size, weight, color, markings or
breeding ability.
10. The Breeder is solely responsible for
supplying the registration papers. Registration papers for all
registered puppies will be sent by regular mail, upon receiving a photo
copy of the spay/neuter certificate by a licensed veterinarian
11. Right to first refusal: The buyer agrees
not to place this dog in an animal shelter, animal rescue dog animal
shelter, animal rescue, and agrees to NOT using this animal for testing
in animal research in any way. If the buyer chooses to relinquish this
pup, at any time, the seller has right of first refusal.
12. Usually the puppy will ship within 7 to 10
days, but occasionally a puppy may need additional time with the Breeder
before shipping. The final determination of the shipping date for the
puppy is made by the Breeder and the Breeder's veterinarian, with the
health of the puppy being the overriding factor.
13. In the event of any
litigation in connection with this contract, the Seller will be paid
reasonable attorney fees by the purchaser. Venue and jurisdiction for
litigation arising out of or related to this contract shall lie
exclusively in
14. The dog must be in good physical condition.
In the unlikely event said puppy is found to have a congenital or
genetic defect that is life-threatening, a statement from a licensed
DVM's (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) of Buyer's choosing confirming
such an event and cause is required before any action will be taken by
the Seller. Seller reserves the right to a second opinion of Seller's
choosing to determine the congenital defect. All shipping costs are paid
by the Buyer. . All laboratory verification must be done by a licensed,
DVM, Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine. No replacement or refund will be
given if breeds that are known to be prone to hip dysplasia are over
weight or over exercised. No replacement will be given if the
registration application form has expired. Failure of the Buyer to
provide puppy with timely inoculations or regular veterinary care will
void this guarantee. This guarantee does not cover any veterinarian
costs. The buyer is aware that owning a puppy means frequent visits to a
Licensed Veterinarian and understands that he/she will be responsible
for all payments. This guarantee does not cover any of the following
conditions: intestinal parasites (i.e. Coccidiosis, Giardia, Tapeworms,
Hookworms, Roundworms) Kennel Cough, Skin and Ear Mites, Cherry Eye,
Allergies, and Inguinal, Perineal, or Diaphragmatic Herniation. This
guarantee does not cover any veterinarian costs associated with spaying
or neutering, including undescended testes. You must feed the dog
premium brand dog food containing at least 24% protein. This can be
purchased through your local pet store or on line. This dog
must not be over exercised during it’s growth period. Over exercising is
as follows: Track or treadmill running or any form of strenuous
exercise. This can be a cause of hip and joint problems in large breed
dogs. Although these disorders tend to be hereditary, poor diet, over
feeding, or improper exercising of a pup is a known contributor. The
guarantee is void if there are signs of neglect, abuse or injury to this
dog. If the buyer does not follow through with shot requirements/regimen
and vet visits in timely fashion. All the above mentioned conditions
must be met or all guarantees will be void.
The owner is responsible for all transportation
costs to and from the seller. If within one (1) year from the date of
purchase from Breeder, a dog is found and certified by two (2) duly
licensed Veterinarian doctors to have congenital or hereditary disorders
which adversely affect the health of the animal, ( grade 3 or above
heart murmur etc.) and if Breeder is notified within two (2) business
days of the veterinarian's determination, the breeder will provide a
replacement puppy of equivalent value with the return of this pup to the
breeder or refund of up to $1600 once Buyer has incurred this
medically related expense. The Breeder and/or seller are not responsible
for any veterinarian fees, shipping costs or any other associated costs.
Seller sells pet for companion purposes only. Seller does not guarantee
against low-blood sugar (Hypoglycemia) or any other non-life threatening
illnesses common to puppies. This contract is not valid outside the
15. This is the total agreement between the
seller and the buyer and no other terms or conditions shall be valid to
this sale. The buyer has read this agreement and agrees to the terms and
conditions herein.
I, the purchaser of a puppy, hereby acknowledge that I have received a
copy of this document as well as described herein pertaining to my pet's
health inspection signed by veterinarian. Further, I accept the terms
and conditions of the guarantee for congenital or hereditary disorders
printed in this document, and I waive and relinquish any other rights
that I might otherwise have in the event of such occurrence. This
agreement represents the total agreement between JRS Goldens and the
buyer and no other terms or conditions shall be valid to this sale. The
purchaser acknowledges that he or she has read, understands and agrees
to the terms of this document.
Date of sale: _______
Buyer's Signature:____________________________________________________
Seller's Signature:_____________________________________________________
