A. It is agreed and understood by and
between the parties that this dog has not been purchased for resale or for use in any
wholesale breeding operation. It is further agreed and understood that this dog will not
be resold to any pet shop, dog farm, wholesaler, or agent of the same. Buyer agrees to
prevent any offspring of this dog from being sold or used by such parties.
B. In the event that the Buyer changes
address and/or telephone number, buyer agrees to immediately provide Seller with the new
address and phone number no later than fourteen (14) days after either change.
C. Buyer agrees to immediately notify
Seller if the dog is lost, stolen, or dies.
D. The dog sold pursuant to this contract
is warranted to be in good health to the best of the Seller’s knowledge at the time
of sale. Seller will warranty the health of the dog purchased from the time of the sale
and for seventy-two (72) hours thereafter, during which time, at the Buyer’s expense,
the dog must be examined by a licensed Veterinarian. Should the dog be determined to have
a serious health problem, and the cause of such illness can be directly related to the
Seller, the dog may be returned for a full refund of the purchase price. In order to claim
a refund, the Buyer must provide sufficient documentation from the examining Veterinarian
concerning the dog’s illness or genetic defect. In any event, the dog shall be
returned to the Seller within seventy-two (72) hours of the date of purchase.
E. Buyer fully understands and agrees that
the dog subject to this contract MAY NOT AT ANY TIME be sold, traded, given or ownership
transferred in any manner without the express written consent of the Seller. Buyer further
agrees and understands that any time during the life of the dog, should Buyer need or
desire to part with or sell the dog or is unable to properly care for the dog or for any
other reason(s), Buyer will immediately notify the Seller. At such time, Seller will take
back said dog and if the dog is under four (4) years of age, pay Buyer a sum equal to
one-half the purchase price. Buyer agrees and understands that the refund amount will be
LESS the amount of a thorough examination by a licensed Veterinarian, and the cost of all
treatments, medications and the estimated cost of possible future medical treatments and
medications. Buyer further agrees that at the time Seller takes possession of said dog,
Buyer shall immediately sign ownership back to Seller. At that time, Buyer also agrees to
give all and any records concerning the health and care of the dog to Seller.
F. Buyer understands and agrees that the
dog subject to this contract will
be used solely for the purpose of a family
companion. Buyer further understands and agrees that the dog will be used for no other
purpose.
G. Buyer understands and agrees that the
dog shall live inside of the family home at all times. Buyer agrees that the dog WILL NOT
be a kennel dog and will never live outside or be chained or tied outdoors.
H. Buyer agrees to take proper safeguards
for the care and safety of the dog sold herein, including but not limited to necessary
food, veterinary care, and general care to maintain good and proper mental and physical
health. Buyer further agrees to provide a safe and securely fenced area large enough for
the dog to exercise, play and eliminate in.
I. Buyer agrees to provide formal
socializing and obedience training for the dog to the extent that the dog will not be a
threat or menace to other animals, people, or property.
J. Buyer agrees to spay the female or
neuter the male which is the subject of this contract by the time it reaches the age of
six (6) months. Buyer will send Seller the Veterinarian’s certificate that the
neutering or spaying has been completed.
K. Buyer agrees that if either a male or
female is purchased, it may not be used for breeding. Buyer further agrees and understands
that this companion bullmastiff is sold on a LIMITED AKC REGISTRATION. Therefore, this dog
will not be allowed to compete in any AKC conformation competition and NO OFFSPRING of
this dog will be registered by the AKC.
L. Buyer agrees and understands that if
the dog subject to this contract develops severe crippling hip dysplasia in both hips by
the age of twelve (12) months, Seller will, provided a copy of such report is provided by
a licensed Veterinarian, replace said dog with an equal quality dog from the next
available litter, or offer a refund of the purchase price, option to be at the
Seller’s discretion.
M. Buyer agrees to supply to Seller
photographs of the dog taken at the ages of six (6) months, twelve (12) months, and
twenty-four (24) months.
N. If any additional agreements or
requirements become necessary, they will be attached to this contract in the form of an
addendum. Should this provision be necessary, Seller and Buyer will initial this line.
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