Von Meyer German Shepherds
Puppy Purchase Contract
Terms of Contract and Registration policies:
1) Buyer agrees to purchase the puppy described above under the following warranties and conditions. NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS ARE NEITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
2) Both parties, without any emotional or mental reservations whatsoever, are freely entering into this contract.
3) Contract/warranties are only implied between the Breeder and the original Buyer, NOT to a third party.
Veterinarian Examination:
a) Breeder warrants that the puppy is healthy at the time of sale to the best of Breeder’s ability. Breeder will have had the puppy checked over by a veterinarian before sale of puppy.
b) Buyer has 3 (three) working days from the date of pick up from the breeder's house, or delivery by car via an authorized Breeder's representative to have this puppy examined by a state licensed veterinarian to affirm that the puppy is in good health.
c) If Buyer does not take the puppy to a veterinarian within the specified 3 (three) working days time frame then the Buyer cannot receive a refund for the puppy due to any illness and the hip/elbow portion of this contract is considered null and void.
d) Buyer will not take puppy to any public places or let the puppy interact with any other dogs (unless that dog lives in the same household) until the vet check is performed.
e) If the puppy is found to be ill, the Breeder reserves the right to have puppy checked over by one of the Breeder’s veterinarians before refund is given. If the Breeder’s veterinarian concurs with Buyers veterinarian then 100% of the purchase price minus shipping will be refunded to the Buyer. Shipping costs (if applicable) resulting from shipping the puppy back to the Breeder is the Buyer’s responsibility. Buyers must return the puppy to breeder within 3 days of vet check in order to qualify for refund. Puppy must be shipped back to Breeder before refund as stated above is given.
f) The Breeder is not responsible for veterinary bills resulting from Buyer’s vet check or veterinary treatment of the puppy at any time after puppy has been turned over to Buyer.
Nutrition/Vaccinations/Veterinary Care:
Your puppy is up to date on vaccinations and worming at the time you receive him/her. Included in your puppy paperwork is a record that lists exact dates and what types of vaccinations/worming that were given. It is important that your puppy receive additional vaccinations necessary to keep it protected against infectious canine diseases.
1) Buyer agrees to follow all local, state and federal laws concerning canine vaccinations.
2) The Breeder is not responsible for any communicable diseases or reactions from vaccinations once the veterinarian has cleared the puppy in the first check up that your puppy is to have within 3 (three) working days of the contract date.
3) Buyer agrees to provide veterinary care when needed or as suggested by their veterinarian.
4) Buyer agrees to provide monthly heartworm and flea medication as directed by veterinarian.
5) Buyer agrees that by signing this contract that they give the Breeder full permission and authorization to speak to, request documents, disclose, and release, without restriction, all of the puppies health information and medical records regarding any past, present, or future medical condition from any veterinarian or technician that has treated this puppy at any time.
6) Buyer agrees to feed a premium quality kibble or raw diet for the life of the dog.
It is suggested that you do NOT take your puppy to parks, pet stores or other pubic places until they are at least 4 months of age and all vaccinations are completed. The risk of your puppy contracting Parvo-virus, Kennel Cough, Distemper and other communicable diseases is not worth the risk.
Temperament:
1) Breeder cannot warranty the temperament of puppies. Both genetics and the environment in which the puppy is raised can affect temperament. We have no control over the environment in which a puppy is raised, therefore we cannot warranty temperament.
2) Buyer agrees to attend a Puppy Kindergarten class or a Puppy Obedience class with their puppy.
3) Buyer agrees to make all reasonable efforts to properly socialize the puppy.
Cosmetic Defects:
1) Breeder does not guarantee a certain size, height, weight or color that the puppy will grow into.
2) Breeder will not replace puppies or contribute to the payment of medical bills due to cosmetic/minor defects such as but not limited to: non-erect ears, missing tooth (teeth), incorrect bite, umbilical hernia, tail kinks/curves, un-descended testicles, etc. If the puppy’s ears are not fully standing at the age of 5 months (or after teething), the Breeder suggests that the Buyer has the puppy’s ears glued up or taped up by a licensed veterinarian or by the Breeder.
Living Arrangements/Welfare:
1) Breeder reserves the right to inspect any prospective home before a puppy is sold and afterwards as well.
2) Buyer shall provide a fenced yard/electric fence or acreage sufficient for safety and agrees to never chain or tie out the puppy/dog for extended periods of time.
3) Buyer agrees that the puppy is to be a house pet only. Extensive time (alone) in outside areas, garage, or tied up outside is detrimental to the puppy.
4) The Dog is to be kept in the Buyer's living quarters.
5) The Dog will not be used as an attack dog or guard dog for people, animals, or property. Sports training such as Schutzhund is not included in this restriction.
6) Buyer agrees to provide proper and adequate shelter and fresh clean water at all times.
7) Buyer agrees to be merciful in discipline.
8) Buyer agrees to daily exercise and socialization puppy/dog in amounts appropriate to the age of the dog.
9) Buyer agrees that electronic “bark” collars will not be left on the dog for more than 8 hours at a time.
Reservation of Rights:
1) Breeder reserves the right to enforce this contract in order to protect the welfare of the dog.
2) The Buyer expressly grants permission for the Breeder or their designee(s) to visit the Buyer’s home at any time to verify the welfare of the dog.
3) The Buyer further expressly agrees that the Breeder may repossess the dog upon any evidence of neglect and/or abuse or upon any breach of this agreement, at no expense to the Breeder and with no refund of any monies to the Buyer.
4) If the Breeder does ask for the dog to be returned to the Breeder, due to neglect and/or abuse the dog shall be returned within 24 hours.
5) Should the Breeder need to seek legal action against the Buyer for violations of this agreement, the Buyer hereby agrees that he/she/they will assume any and all attorney costs, court fees, and other legal fees incurred in the process of enforcing this contract or of repossessing the dog.
6) Any placement costs, maintenance costs, boarding, medical and associated miscellaneous costs, (such as but not limited to retraining, socialization etc.) related to the repossession of this puppy/dog will be the responsibility of the Buyer.
First Right of Refusal:
If at any time, for any reason, the Buyer finds that they are unable or unwilling to continue to care for this dog then the Buyer agrees to contact the Breeder FIRST. The Buyer is required to inform the Breeder of such an issue as soon as possible.
1) The Breeder always gets first right of refusal upon decision made by Buyer to re-home the puppy sold to them by the Breeder.
2) If the Breeder is for whatever reason unable to take the puppy back, the Breeder must approve in writing the new home for any puppy/dog sold by Breeder. Such permission shall not be withheld unreasonably, but Breeder has the exclusive right to determine the suitability of any potential subsequent owner.
3) Buyer agrees to either transport the dog to Breeder, or to pay 50% of the shipping/transportation fees to Breeder’s location.
4) Buyer agrees that at the time of transfer of the dog back to the Breeder that all registration papers and medical records will be turned over to the Breeder, and all necessary paperwork will be signed transferring ownership back to the Breeder.
5) If the dog has a permanent form of identification, such as a Microchip or Tattoo, the Buyer agrees to contact the agency that the dog is registered with and has the ownership/contact information for the dog transferred into the Breeders name. Buyer agrees to have this completed within 24 hours of when the dog is given back into the Breeder's care.
6) Buyer agrees that at no time will they, without prior written permission from the Breeder, sell, give, trade, lease, adopt, place, or re-home this dog to any person, business or organization.
7) If Breeder is not notified before the transfer of puppy in any way, a penalty of $5,000 is owed by Buyer to Breeder.
Requested Updates:
1) Buyer is requested to send once yearly updates concerning the dog. These updates should include: a) Two photos of the dog (We’d love to see as many as you want to send!). One standing, taken from the side and one taken from the front sitting is fine. This allows us to evaluate, structure, color and form somewhat.
b) Buyer also agrees that Breeder may use the photos and any particulars of qualifying awards in any future advertising. The photos you send may be used on our website to give other buyers an idea of what we produce. We are proud of all of our puppies and like to show them off!
c) An explanation of any health or temperament issues. (This helps us with our breeding program.)
d) General update on how the dog is doing.
Liability:
Buyer agrees to release and hold harmless the Breeder for any and all liability, damages or injuries caused either directly or indirectly by the puppy/dog to any person, whether actual or legal, or to any property, whether real or personal. Furthermore, Buyer assumes full liability for any damages or injuries, whether physical, mental, emotional or economic, caused by the puppy/dog to any person, whether real or personal, after receiving and acknowledging delivery and possession of said dog. Buyer further agrees to indemnify or reimburse Breeder as a result of any costs or expenses incurred by the Breeder as a result of any act of Buyer causing liability damages or injuries as set forth herein.
Legal Recourse:
Buyer and Breeder agree that this agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio and if either party initiate’s legal actions pertaining to this contract then that action shall be initiated in the county of the state of the Breeder’s residence at the time legal action is taken. Any legal fees and court costs shall be the responsibility of the party found to be in default. If the Buyer is found to be in default of any of the terms of this contract by a court of law then a penalty of $5,000. 00 shall be owed to the Breeder. Unless this contract is signed in pen and returned by mail to the Breeder then all warranties are null and void. Other conditions are not affected whether this contract is faxed, scanned or emailed. We, the undersigned, have read this contract and had ample time to discuss, have had any questions answered and so understand and agree to its terms and conditions. The written terms of this contract constitute the entire agreement between buyer and breeder. No other written, verbal or implied statements, promises, documents, or writings shall not have any effect on this contract unless whereas stated in the above.
*Printed Copies Will Be Available For Signing At Time Of Puppy Pickup*