What a contract for a
quality companion puppy should include:
Basic Information:
Name, phone, email, address of both seller
and buyer
Breed and sex of puppy
Identification of puppy: Color, markings, micro chip, tattoo,
etc.
Full name, registration number, titles and
proof of genetic screening of both sire and dam.
Price: Full _________
Deposit
Refundable/non-refundable _________ date recÕd
Balance
_________ date recÕd
Registration Papers:
Statement
that the litter/puppy is registered/registerable with AKC. include puppyÕs pedigree.
Spay/neutering requirement:
When. Furnishing proof
Conditions to receive registration
papers. Limited registration
Guarantees:
Well puppy Vet. check form given at time
of purchase
Buyer given a reasonable length of time
for own Vet check: 3 Š 5 days.
Requirements
for return of puppy.
Refund/replacement puppy; time frame
Hereditary
conditions covered
Breed specific Š age of puppy
Genetic
exams required of puppy Š age of puppy
Puppy:
Shot record given at time of placement.
Agreement for buyer to maintain puppyÕs health and well being.
Notification to seller of any unusual
health problems at any time
Notification to seller of buyerÕs change
of address
Use of sellerÕs kennel name in the
registered naming of puppy
Training: Socialization and obedience. Encourage involvement in performance events.
Puppy safety: Fenced in
yard where possible
Return policy:
If
buyer can no longer keep puppy seller has the right of first refusal and or
assist in rehoming.
NEVER place puppy in a shelter or resell for purposes of
retail or breeding
Consequences
Closing:
Only
terms covered in contract are binding
BuyerÕs signature signifies agreement
Contract is interpreted in accordance with
the laws of the state of the seller
Signature and date lines for seller and
buyer