Five-Year Health Guarantee and Contract.
VET CHECK UP WITHIN THREE BUSINESS DAYS OF PICK-UP FROM BREEDER
The Buyer has three business days to have the puppy examined by a Licensed Veterinarian of choice. Failure to have the puppy examined by a Licensed Veterinarian within three business days of the adoption/purchase voids all guarantees and this contract. Failure to have the Schnauzer spayed/neutered between six and seven months of age voids this contract.
If within three business days of the purchase; a veterinarian’s examination determines the Buyer has purchased an unhealthy Miniature Schnauzer puppy from the Breeder; the Buyer is to return the unhealthy puppy. The puppy will be replaced by a healthy Miniature Schnauzer puppy as soon as a puppy is available. The unhealthy puppy must be returned with a letter from the examining Veterinarian, stating the date the puppy was examined and explaining why this puppy is in poor health—including a description of the symptoms supporting his/her opinion.
AVOID PUBLIC PLACES UNTIL THE SCHNAUZER IS FULLY VACCINATED
Buyer understands that Breeder has instructed Buyer not to take the puppy to public places (including parks, neighbors, Petsmart, groomers, puppy classes, etc.) until the puppy has received his/her final puppy inoculations which is 12 to 16 weeks of age. However, you may socialize your puppy by inviting guests over and take the puppy on car rides etc. The Buyer must protect the puppy and avoid contact with areas where infected or un-vaccinated dogs may have been or may be present with diseases such as PARVO, DISTEMPER, ETC. This requirement is to protect the puppy and this could save the puppy’s life. Any illness contracted from Buyer’s decision not to follow these guidelines will void this contract. Buyer has the right to communicate with the Breeders Veterinarian at anytime and vice versa.
DIAGNOSIS OF LIFE THREATENING GENETIC DEFECT BEFORE THE AGE OF FIVE
If your Miniature Schnauzer is diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian with a serious life threatening genetic defect before the age of five years the Breeder will replace the Schnauzer with a healthy puppy assuming the Breeder is still breeding. Also the Buyer will provide the vet records where the dog has had regular vet care and inoculations, along with a written explanation from a licensed vet stating the defect. Any vet bills incurred to diagnose or repair a problem will be the responsibility of the Buyer. *Breeder will not pay for the vet care of the original Miniature Schnauzer. Defects include but are not limited to heart valve defect or liver shunt.
*Death as a result of a genetic defect: To make a claim, the Buyer must bring a Licensed Veterinarian's certificate stating the cause of death, and description of the symptoms supporting the genetic defect. The dogs AKC paperwork and health care records will also be needed and provided to the Buyer. All information must be submitted within ten (10) days of the occurrence. This guarantee is not valid in the case of accidental injury or death. This guarantee is canceled upon any evidence of abuse or neglect, or if the Buyer fails to maintain annual checkups with a Licensed Veterinarian.
ANNUAL VET CARE EXPECTED AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Lastly, the Buyer must keep this Schnauzer under the care of a Licensed Veterinarian throughout the dog’s lifespan. The Buyer is not to allow the Schnauzer to become overweight, if the Miniature Schnauzer becomes overweight–this health guarantee/contract is void. *Miniature Schnauzers that are overweight develop health problems such as cancer, arthritis, diabetes, and pancreatic issues, which are caused by being overweight and a high amount of fat in the bloodstream. Make sure your Schnauzers weight is healthy for its height and consult your vet for more details.
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Breeder, makes nor implies any warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, other than those written in this agreement. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Buyer and Breeder, with respect to this adoption. The Buyer's signature below indicates that the Buyer has read, agrees, and understands all the conditions of this three page Health Guarantee. The puppy you are adopting is in good health as of this adoption date ____________. All puppies from this Breeder are purebred and result from a litter registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC). Breeder makes no warranty against Coccidiosis, Giardia, or intestinal parasites. Coccidiosis, Giardia, worms, fleas, or ear mites are not valid reasons for returning this puppy. There is no guarantee as to the disposition, life span, color, show quality, or breeding quality of any puppy.
Buyer can return the puppy/dog at anytime during the dog’s lifespan. *If the puppy is returned within 7 days of purchase (for any reason or no reason at all); the Breeder will give you a full refund (less the deposit) of the purchase price. The Miniature Schnauzer puppy must be returned with all records and items sent with the Buyer from the Breeder. Items include registration papers, shot records, and other items sent with puppy. *Buyer is to return puppy/dog if Buyer cannot keep the Schnauzer—this includes the entire lifespan of the Miniature Schnauzer however, after seven business days of purchase there is NO refund. Returning a Schnauzer to the Breeder should ALWAYS be a last resort. The Buyer is expected to potty train, obedience train, and maintain vet care and if there are any issues with training consult a professional.
All Legal Fees, Collection Agency Fees, or any other fees, which would incur to enforce this contract, will be the SOLE responsibility of the BUYER. The seller/breeder reserves the right to use any collection method available to collect unpaid fees. Breeder also reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time prior to delivery of the puppy from Breeder to Buyer for any reason. All legal action is to take place in Nashville, TN. Buyer is responsible for all legal fees of Breeder if a court rules in favor of Breeder and enforces contract in a dispute.
By signing / reading this document, both parties acknowledge that they have read, do understand and agree with the terms of this three-page contract. Both parties have a copy of this contract. This contract has been read and understood by the Buyer. Breeder will not be held responsible for the Buyers Vet or Lawyer fees accruing after this adoption (unless stated above).
The Buyer has three business days to have the puppy examined by a Licensed Veterinarian of choice. Failure to have the puppy examined by a Licensed Veterinarian within three business days of the adoption/purchase voids all guarantees and this contract. Failure to have the Schnauzer spayed/neutered between six and seven months of age voids this contract.
If within three business days of the purchase; a veterinarian’s examination determines the Buyer has purchased an unhealthy Miniature Schnauzer puppy from the Breeder; the Buyer is to return the unhealthy puppy. The puppy will be replaced by a healthy Miniature Schnauzer puppy as soon as a puppy is available. The unhealthy puppy must be returned with a letter from the examining Veterinarian, stating the date the puppy was examined and explaining why this puppy is in poor health—including a description of the symptoms supporting his/her opinion.
AVOID PUBLIC PLACES UNTIL THE SCHNAUZER IS FULLY VACCINATED
Buyer understands that Breeder has instructed Buyer not to take the puppy to public places (including parks, neighbors, Petsmart, groomers, puppy classes, etc.) until the puppy has received his/her final puppy inoculations which is 12 to 16 weeks of age. However, you may socialize your puppy by inviting guests over and take the puppy on car rides etc. The Buyer must protect the puppy and avoid contact with areas where infected or un-vaccinated dogs may have been or may be present with diseases such as PARVO, DISTEMPER, ETC. This requirement is to protect the puppy and this could save the puppy’s life. Any illness contracted from Buyer’s decision not to follow these guidelines will void this contract. Buyer has the right to communicate with the Breeders Veterinarian at anytime and vice versa.
DIAGNOSIS OF LIFE THREATENING GENETIC DEFECT BEFORE THE AGE OF FIVE
If your Miniature Schnauzer is diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian with a serious life threatening genetic defect before the age of five years the Breeder will replace the Schnauzer with a healthy puppy assuming the Breeder is still breeding. Also the Buyer will provide the vet records where the dog has had regular vet care and inoculations, along with a written explanation from a licensed vet stating the defect. Any vet bills incurred to diagnose or repair a problem will be the responsibility of the Buyer. *Breeder will not pay for the vet care of the original Miniature Schnauzer. Defects include but are not limited to heart valve defect or liver shunt.
*Death as a result of a genetic defect: To make a claim, the Buyer must bring a Licensed Veterinarian's certificate stating the cause of death, and description of the symptoms supporting the genetic defect. The dogs AKC paperwork and health care records will also be needed and provided to the Buyer. All information must be submitted within ten (10) days of the occurrence. This guarantee is not valid in the case of accidental injury or death. This guarantee is canceled upon any evidence of abuse or neglect, or if the Buyer fails to maintain annual checkups with a Licensed Veterinarian.
ANNUAL VET CARE EXPECTED AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Lastly, the Buyer must keep this Schnauzer under the care of a Licensed Veterinarian throughout the dog’s lifespan. The Buyer is not to allow the Schnauzer to become overweight, if the Miniature Schnauzer becomes overweight–this health guarantee/contract is void. *Miniature Schnauzers that are overweight develop health problems such as cancer, arthritis, diabetes, and pancreatic issues, which are caused by being overweight and a high amount of fat in the bloodstream. Make sure your Schnauzers weight is healthy for its height and consult your vet for more details.
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Breeder, makes nor implies any warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, other than those written in this agreement. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the Buyer and Breeder, with respect to this adoption. The Buyer's signature below indicates that the Buyer has read, agrees, and understands all the conditions of this three page Health Guarantee. The puppy you are adopting is in good health as of this adoption date ____________. All puppies from this Breeder are purebred and result from a litter registered with the American Kennel Club (AKC). Breeder makes no warranty against Coccidiosis, Giardia, or intestinal parasites. Coccidiosis, Giardia, worms, fleas, or ear mites are not valid reasons for returning this puppy. There is no guarantee as to the disposition, life span, color, show quality, or breeding quality of any puppy.
Buyer can return the puppy/dog at anytime during the dog’s lifespan. *If the puppy is returned within 7 days of purchase (for any reason or no reason at all); the Breeder will give you a full refund (less the deposit) of the purchase price. The Miniature Schnauzer puppy must be returned with all records and items sent with the Buyer from the Breeder. Items include registration papers, shot records, and other items sent with puppy. *Buyer is to return puppy/dog if Buyer cannot keep the Schnauzer—this includes the entire lifespan of the Miniature Schnauzer however, after seven business days of purchase there is NO refund. Returning a Schnauzer to the Breeder should ALWAYS be a last resort. The Buyer is expected to potty train, obedience train, and maintain vet care and if there are any issues with training consult a professional.
All Legal Fees, Collection Agency Fees, or any other fees, which would incur to enforce this contract, will be the SOLE responsibility of the BUYER. The seller/breeder reserves the right to use any collection method available to collect unpaid fees. Breeder also reserves the right to terminate this contract at any time prior to delivery of the puppy from Breeder to Buyer for any reason. All legal action is to take place in Nashville, TN. Buyer is responsible for all legal fees of Breeder if a court rules in favor of Breeder and enforces contract in a dispute.
By signing / reading this document, both parties acknowledge that they have read, do understand and agree with the terms of this three-page contract. Both parties have a copy of this contract. This contract has been read and understood by the Buyer. Breeder will not be held responsible for the Buyers Vet or Lawyer fees accruing after this adoption (unless stated above).