Whereas Deborah Rattie (hereinafter called the “Breeder”) offers for sale a purebred Labrador Retriever described as follows:

 1st Name Choice:  FREEHAVEN’S _______________________________________________________________________

 2nd Name Choice:  FREEHAVEN’S_______________________________________________________________________

 3rd Name Choice:  FREEHAVEN’S_______________________________________________________________________

 *Must include the kennel name of Freehaven at the beginning.  Cannot exceed 30 characters including spaces, no numbers allowed.

                Now therefore ownership will be transferred to the buyer on the following terms, conditions and warranties, no other warranties or conditions are either expressed or implied:

 

Puppy Contract

 

  1. The consideration of this sale is $850 +  PST  payable in cash, bank money order or by certified cheque (PAYABLE TO:  DEBORAH RATTIE) to be paid before the puppy leaves the breeder’s possession.  Final payment for this puppy will be a certificate of spay/neuter.

 

2.   The Breeder, at her expense, will transfer ownership of the puppy with the Canadian Kennel Club, in the Buyer(s) name(s) and provide the Buyer(s) with a certificate of ownership once she has received proof of spay/neuter; said puppy to carry the Breeder’s kennel name:  FREEHAVEN.

 

3.   This puppy was examined by a veterinarian, been vaccinated with partial or all shots (depending on age) and dewormed.  A veterinary certificate to that effect is enclosed.  The Buyer(s) agree not to expose this puppy to dogs whose vaccination history is unknown, nor to areas they may frequent until this puppy has completed it’s recommended vaccination and booster series.  The Buyer(s) are encouraged, at their own expense, to have this puppy examined by his or her own veterinarian within 72 hours after purchase.  Failure to do so will relieve the Breeder of all liability.  If the veterinarian finds anything seriously wrong with the puppy (intestinal parasites or umbilical hernia excluded), the Buyer(s) may return the puppy for a full refund of the purchase price if the puppy is returned with a letter signed by the examining veterinarian indicating the nature of the puppy’s illness. If the Buyer(s) chose not to return the puppy then the Buyer(s) waive any and all claims regarding the puppy’s health and relieve the Breeder from any liability resulting from ill health of the puppy. After 72 hours, the health of the puppy is the responsibility of the Buyer(s).  The Breeder will not be responsible for any disease/illness the puppy contracts after leaving her possession.  All veterinarian, shipping/traveling and other expenses incurred after departure from our kennel, no matter what the reason (and including the seventy two-hour trial period) are the responsibility of the Buyer(s).  Within the first 30 days, if the puppy is returned due to allergies, family breakdown, relocating or any other reasonable cause, the Buyer(s) will receive a refund of 50% of the purchase price.  Canadian Kennel Club registration papers must be returned and ownership must be signed over to the breeders. 

 

  1. This animal is guaranteed against hip dysplasia and elbow dysplasia up to the age of 26 months.  The Breeder shall a) provide a replacement puppy (as soon as one is available) to any animal that has to be euthanized on a qualified veterinarian’s recommendation due to severe/crippling dysplasia before the age of 26 months  OR b) if the Buyer(s) elects to have surgery done on the animal, a one time only payment of $400.00 will be given (acceptance of the cash payment forfeits replacement puppy).  A second x-ray by another unassociated veterinarian may be required before a replacement or payment is given.  If it is found that there was excessive stress previous to the 26 months of age (i.e. jogging, jumping, overweight, pregnancy etc) or if a male pup has been neutered before 10 months of age/a female has been spayed before 6 months of age; the above guarantee does not apply.  Results from the Penn-Hip exam are not accepted.  This animal is also guaranteed up to five years of age against Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA).  The Breeder will not be responsible for the development of any non-genetically derived disqualifying faults, diseases or disorders.  Also any conditions which are due to the Buyer’s negligence.  Any other replacements are at the Breeder’s discretion.  NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN.  All veterinary, transportation expenses etc. will be paid by the Buyer(s).

 

5.   The Breeder requires that the puppy be fed a quality adult food (see enclosed Health Report). No large breed puppy or adult food.  If the dog is fed regular puppy, low quality food or large breed puppy, the guarantee is null and void.  The Breeder requests that all UPC codes and dated receipts be kept from bags of dog food as proof of type of food fed.

 

  1. Pet puppies to be spayed/neutered (see enclosed article) by the age of 12 months.  Where applicable, the Buyer(s) agrees to sign a Canadian Kennel Club Non-Breeding Contract as of the date hereof.  The Buyer(s) agrees that he/she will not use the herein animal for breeding.  Anyone wishing to breed this animal must sign a separate breeding contract.  The Buyer(s) agrees that if a breeding (planned or accidental) should occur, they will be subject to a breach of contract fine of $5,000.00.

 

  1. The Buyer(s) states that he/she is not acting as an agent in the purchase of the puppy, and will not be sold to an agent or pet store nor will this dog be sold or given away to be used as a prize or a raffle.

 

  1. The Buyer(s) agrees that if for any reason he/she must dispose of the herein puppy, the Breeder will be notified before any such action is taken.  The Breeder will have the right of the first refusal to purchase the animal at the original purchase price (minus expenses) or assist in relocating the animal to a suitable home.

 

  1. The Breeder will not be responsible for any debts or expenses incurred by the Buyer(s) for any reason.

 

  1. The Buyer(s) release and agree to hold the Breeder harmless from any and all liability for injuries or damages to person or property caused by the dog while in the possession or care of the Buyer(s).

 

  1. The Buyer(s) agree to inform the Breeder when they move or change phone numbers, within 30 days of such change, for the life of the dog.

 

  1. The Buyer(s) agrees to keep the animal in the proper physical condition, to keep all vaccinations up to date and to provide a safe environment for the animal (i.e. kennel run, fenced yard, not running loose).  If in the opinion of the Breeder, the animal is at risk due to actions of the Buyer(s), the Breeder will repossess the animal with full, partial or no refund of the purchase price (Breeder’s discretion).  All papers including the CKC registration certificate will be returned to the Breeder at the time of repossession. 

 

  1. Should it be necessary to enforce any part of this contract by legal means, all expenses will be the responsibility of the Buyer(s).  No part of this contract is transferable.

   This contract is binding upon the parties hereto, their heirs, successors and assigns.

No provision of this contract may be altered or amended without written approval of both the Buyer(s) and Breeder.

It is understood and agreed that the Buyer(s) by signing this contract, has read and understands fully all provisions of this contract.

Signed this date in the County of Lennox & Addington.

 Part 2

Genetic Defects

 

NO BREEDER can ever produce 100% healthy-for-life dogs. 

As a breeder, I have made every effort to ensure that my puppies will grow up to be healthy, sound dogs and I’ve taken advantage of what is readily available to me by way of x-ray certification, ophthalmologist testing, DNA testing and studying pedigrees of all my stock before breeding to ensure the best puppy that I can produce. As we are all aware though, there are no guarantees in life, unforeseen tragic events happen to everybody and everything all the time. Due to the complex genetic interactions and environmental factor’s beyond our control I cannot guarantee that a puppy purchased from Freehaven Kennels  will be totally free of genetic disorders, there is always going to be a small risk of some genetic problems cropping up.

By signing this statement I/we hereby acknowledge that an outline of some of the possible genetic defects have been explained and I/we understand that there is a small risk of a genetic defect.

 

DO YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS REGARDING ANY PHYSICAL PROBLEMS THAT MIGHT OCCUR? ___________