This contract is between Thomas Cox, herein after referred to as "Sellers" and/or "Breeders" and ___________________, herein after referred to as " Buyer".
In consideration of payment in full of the purchase price of _______________ by Buyer to Sellers, Sellers agrees to transfer to Buyer, subject to the terms and conditions contained in this contract, the ownership of one Male/Female Labrador Retriever puppy, herein after referred to as the "Puppy" (regardless of age), from the mating of the sire and dam identified below.
Sire: AKC#:
Dam: AKC#:
GUARANTEE
It is understood that, at the time of sale, this puppy has been evaluated by the breeder with respect to other representatives of the breed at approximately the same age and has been determined to be structurally and temperamentally suited to be a companion, hunting, and/or obedience dog. This does not necessarily imply that the dog is of breeding or show quality. this puppy is guaranteed to be healthy upon delivery to the buyer, and a full refund will be given for any puppy found to be unhealthy within 30 days of purchase, provided the following is met:
The puppy must be examined by a veterinarian of the buyer's choice within THREE (3) days. If the puppy is found to be ill, the breeder is to be notified within 24 hours and a refund of the purchase price will follow the return of the puppy and all papers to the breeder, including a written statement from the attending veterinarian stating the dog's condition. During the remainder of the initial 30-day period, the buyer shall maintain the puppy's schedule of inoculations and shall initiate heart worm medication according to the schedule recommended by their veterinarian. The next set of puppy shots is due on _____________. We recommend that you discuss types of heart worm medicines with your Vet.
We guarantee that each puppy will be certified by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and the Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF) up to 26 months of age. In the instance that it is not, a replacement will be given as soon as one is available, or a refund of 50% of the purchase price will be given at the breeder's option. The dog must have TACS in their name or this guarantee does not qualify. This guarantee is nontransferable. If the dog has been bred, sired or is over the age of 26 months this portion of the agreement is VOIDED. It is not necessary to return the dog to the breeder or have the dog destroyed to collect on this agreement; however, the dog must be neutered or spayed with proof of same provided to the breeder in writing from your veterinarian.
If the dog is used heavily for field trialing, open obedience, hunting, or any other strenuous activity prior to its being one year of age, environmentally induced dysplasia and other joint problems may develop. If these factors occur, it is left to the breeder's discretion to honor this agreement. the buyer should also educate him/herself to proper nutrition of the do so as not to induce joint problems by either lack of nutrition or by causing an overweight condition in a developing dog.
The BREEDER does not assume any liability for any injury to said puppy after delivery/pickup.
VACCINATIONS:
All appropriate shots for the Puppy's age have been given, and a record of this vaccination history is supplied.
The BUYER agrees to maintain the puppy's health in good condition, and to provide yearly examinations, vaccinations, heart worm test, and any other usual procedures necessary to assure good health.
RETURN AGREEMENT
The BUYER hereby agrees that if at any time the BUYER cannot take proper care of this Labrador Retriever, the BUYER must contact the BREEDER and the BREEDER will have the first choice to either: (a) take the Labrador back or (b) assist the BUYER in finding a suitable home for the Labrador.
OTHER PROVISIONS
The buyer agrees to provide a suitable environment for this dog and will not allow it to run loose in an unsupervised situation. The buyer agrees to not leave this dog in a car in a hot temperatures without adequate ventilation, and shade, or allow it to be transported in the back of an open vehicle without being confined in a kennel crate.
The BREEDER neither makes or implies any warranties or guarantees, express or implied, other than those written in the agreement including, without limitation, the warranties of merchantability and fitness. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Breeder and Buyer with respect to this sale. Therefore Buyer's signature below indicates that he/she has read, agrees and does understands all the conditions of the Sales Agreement and Contract of Sale.