These are
actual contracts we use for the holding or sale of a puppy. You can e-mail us at chinesecheckerskennels@doglover.com for a completed
contract or if you need further information or assistance of any kind!
If you find these examples helpful and want to use them if you sell puppies,
please feel free to use any or all parts of the sample contracts below.
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Contractual Agreement for Sale
and Conveyance of an A.K.C.
Registered
Purebred Puppy
A puppy sales contract is not a means of control, it is an instrument by which the expectations and responsibilities of the individuals entering into the contract. The Buyer and Seller are
clearly established and those expectations and responsibilities concerning the
life, care, health, and wellbeing of the dog are clearly delineated.
In addition, this contract serves as an important tool
to help ensure the best future for the puppy
that we, the Seller, have bred and
you, the Buyer
have chosen.
Date of Agreement: ______ day of ___________
The
following agreement is between _______________________________________
(breeder), hereafter referred to as "Seller," and, _______________________________________hereafter
referred to as "Buyer". We, the Buyer and Seller, by
our signatures below, acknowledge our understanding of, agreement with, and
intention of compliance with the terms and conditions of this Contractual
Agreement for the Sale and Conveyance of the following puppy:
1. Identifying Information:
Breed: ________________________________________________________________________
Sire: _______________________________________________ A.K.C. #: _________________
Dam: _______________________________________________A.K.C. #: _________________
Sex: ____________________________
Date of Birth: __________________________
Color and Markings: ____________________________________________________________
Puppy Name: __________________________________________________________________
A.K.C.
Litter #:
2.
Financial Terms:
In
consideration of a purchase price of $_________________
dollars, paid-in-full for which this contract serves as a receipt, the Seller
transfers, in fee simple, all rights, privileges, and responsibilities
associated with the ownership of the male/ female dog listed and described
above, to Purchaser as of the date and time indicated on the front page of this
agreement.
3.
Health Guarantee:
The
puppy is healthy at the time of sale. The puppy has had the immunization(s)
provided in the vaccination record (attached). Vaccinations must be kept
current or the guarantee is void regarding said puppy. Should the puppy become
ill or unsound, any and all cost of treatment will be the responsibility of the
Buyer and not reimbursed by the Seller. The Buyer acknowledges that no
veterinary bill incurred by the Buyer will be paid by the Seller throughout the
puppy’s life.
This
puppy is of typical temperament and structure, and embodies the basic standards
of the breed. This puppy is registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC). The
full purchase price of this puppy will be refunded if the Buyer furnishes the
Seller with a certificate from a licensed veterinarian of the Seller’s choosing
indicating that the puppy has a life threatening congenital defect or virus,
and returns the puppy to the seller within 72 hours of delivery. In the event a
refund is granted, the amount of the refund will be the purchase price of the
puppy only and will be refunded within 30 days of granting the refund. No veterinary,
transportation, or any other expenses incurred by the buyer will be reimbursed
by Seller.
The
Seller does not guarantee against communicable diseases beyond 72 hours of
Buyer receiving the puppy. The above AKC puppy is guaranteed for one year from
the date of birth against death caused by a genetic defect or any other
congenital defect that would be life threatening to the dog. The diagnosis must
take place within the first year by a licensed veterinarian of the Seller’s
choosing for this claim to be valid. Any and all documents as well as proof of
the claim is to be sent to Seller within 72 hours of that diagnosis and claim.
If the claim is for the death, all documents from the Seller’s licensed veterinarian, a formal autopsy, and a cause of death will to be sent to Buyer. If the claim occurres within the first year and the claim is valid, the pup will be replaced with a pup of equal value and of the same gender as pups are available, with the Buyer being responsible for all transportation costs. Prior to replacement of the puppy, the original AKC papers will be signed and returned to Seller.
Seller
does not guarantee against avoidable disease caused by improper care or neglect
by the Buyer. Seller does not guarantee the size of the puppy’s adult weight.
This guarantee is void if the puppy/dog changes ownership without the consent
of the Seller.
4.
Conditions
Regarding Return, Re-Sale, or Re-homing of Dog:
Buyer
agrees that if any time, and for any reason, he/she is unable to keep or
properly care for the puppy, Seller will assume ownership (i.e. first right of
refusal) of the dog in this contract.
The
Buyer shall not sell the puppy, or its offspring (if any), to any individual or
establishment in the business of buying and selling puppies for a profit.
If
it is found that above dog has been re-homed without notification, surrendered,
or sold to a pet store, wholesale outlet, dog pound/shelter, or rescue
organization, the Seller reserves the right to take immediate repossession of
the dog.
If
the dog is found to be abused or neglected the Seller reserves the right to
take immediate repossession.
5.
Expected Care of
the Dog:
The
Buyer agrees to maintain the puppy’s health at the Buyer’s expense with yearly
vaccinations and care as specified by their veterinarian and will include
heartworm preventative, flea and tic preventative, a good diet, and a clean,
safe, and healthy environment.
6.
Spay/Neuter
Requirements:
The
above puppy is sold under limited AKC registration (unless otherwise indicated
and an additional fee has been paid in full) and is to be spayed or neutered
before one year of age. Failure to do so will result in the immediate
repossession of the referenced dog and forfeiture of all funds paid to date.
7.
Limitations and
Exclusions:
Buyer
acknowledges that the need for care and benefits of training are acknowledged
by the Buyer to be his or her responsibility. No other warranties or
guarantees, expressed or implied, are made under this contract except as stated
above. Except as outlined above, the Buyer is NOT entitled to a refund of any amount for any reason(s).
Size and weight of puppy is not expressly or implicitly guaranteed.
__________________________________________________
Seller
(Printed Name)
(Date)
__________________________________________________
Seller’s
Signature (Date)
__________________________________________________
Buyer (Printed
Name) (Date)
__________________________________________________
Buyer’s
Signature
(Date)
__________________________________________________
If
applicable: Co-Buyer
(Printed
Name)
(Date)
__________________________________________________
If applicable: Co-Buyer’s Signature (Date)
Holding Agreement for a
Registered Purebred
Puppy
Date of Agreement: ____________ day of _________________
The following agreement is between _____________________________________ (breeder), hereafter referred to as "Seller”, and ______________________________________ , hereafter referred to as "Buyer". We, the Buyer and Seller, by our signatures below, acknowledge our understanding of, agreement with, and intention of compliance with the terms of this Holding Agreement.
1. In consideration of a total of $____________ dollars, which, when paid-in-full, is considered as a Surety of Action, a prepayment, and as a deposit. As a result of this payment, the Seller assigns the Buyer the option to acquire the puppy described below.
2. Further, the Seller guarantees that the puppy will not be sold to any party other than the Buyer identified in this agreement and that this agreement will remain in effect for a period of ______ days.
3.a At the time Purchaser acquires physical possession of the dog, the sum total of the amount of the deposit/prepayment/Surety of Action listed above shall be applied to the purchase price of $_______________ leaving an unpaid balance of $_____________________ dollars which is to be paid at the time the Buyer assumes possession and ownership of the referenced puppy.
3.b In addition, a charge totaling $_________________ will be added to pay for shipping and handling resulting in a total owed of $_________________ (price of dog + shipping and handling – deposit/prepayment/Surety of Action).
4. Identifying Information of Dog:
Breed: ________________________________________________________________________
Sire: _____________________________________________ A.K.C. #: ___________________
Dam: _____________________________________________ A.K.C. #: ___________________
Sex: ____________________________
Date of Birth: ____________ day of ___________________________________
Color and Markings: ____________________________________________________________
Puppy Name: __________________________________________________________________
A.K.C. Litter #: ______________________________
5. . The Buyer assumes all responsibilities for the dog as of the date and time of this agreement. The Seller will not be held responsible for illness and/or injury to the dog except where that illness and/or injury would have been avoided by the exercise of reasonable and normal care.
6. In the event that the Buyer does not take possession of the referenced puppy during the time that this agreement is in effect, the deposit amount/prepayment/Surety of Action received by Seller in the amount of $_______________ will be forfeited by the Buyer to the Seller.
We
the undersigned have read, understand, and agree with the terms of this Holding
Agreement.
_________________________________________________
Seller (Printed
Name) (Date)
_________________________________________________
Seller’s
Signature (Date)
_________________________________________________
Buyer (Printed
Name)
(Date)
_________________________________________________
Buyer’s Signature (Date)