Contract

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Spring of Joy Kennel

Spring of Joy Kennel (SJK) is dedicated to the improvement of the English Springer Spaniel (ESS). The intent of this contract is to assure that the dogs produced from this kennel will receive appropriate care and will be protected from indiscriminate breeding, so that the outstanding qualities of health and versatility are enhanced. It is to be recognized that this ESS puppy represents many years of careful breeding and is considered to be of extreme value both to the seller and to the buyer. Therefore the buyer agrees to provide all necessary veterinary services.

We, Pamela Komlofske, Rodney Komlofske & SJK representatives, “Puppy/Dog/Litter Owner” (in the future in this contract shall be referred to as SJK) agree to sell one male English Springer Spaniel recognized by the color and number of Brown –  SR88648905 for pet/companion. 

Whelped: June 6, 2015

Sire: Gabriel Alexander II             Reg. # SR62646703
Dam: Alexandra Carolina Joy       Reg. # SR48267008

To the buyers: ____________________________________________________________ “Puppy/Dog Buyer” (in the future in this contract shall be referred to as Buyer) for the sum of $_________ in US Dollars of which the deposit of $__is non-refundable.
Buyer Initials: _______


1) In exchange for the above pure bred, pet quality puppy, the above amount will be given to SJK by the Buyer.  SJK agrees that the puppy is purebred and able to be registered with the American Kennel Club. The A.K.C. Dog Registration Application is forwarded at time of delivery of puppy or dog.

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2) The Buyer has three (3) working days from date of puppy pick-up to take puppy to a veterinarian for an initial check-up. If the puppy is found to have a life-threatening genetic or health problem and written documentation of the condition is presented from the examining veterinarian, SJK will place Buyer on top of “Puppy Waiting List” for next available healthy puppy of same quality and breed according to puppy sex requested, provided puppy and A.K.C. Dog Registration Application are returned at Buyer expense and puppy has not been hurt or injured. The Buyer agrees to pay transportation costs on replacement puppy. If Buyer elects to have genetic problem fixed, if possible, SJK will reimburse Buyer for expenses up to a maximum of $75.00 after receiving original bill from licensed veterinarian. Any additional expenses will be the sole responsibility of Buyer, or puppy may be returned as stated above.

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3) Buyer agrees to have annual veterinarian check-ups, including heart worm check, keep all immunizations current according to American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).  Guidelines as follows: SJK has given “Puppy Vaccination Shot” at 6 weeks of age.  Booster shots are required every 3 weeks until the age of 15 weeks.  Puppy diseases can be very severe on a puppy’s health and maintaining this vaccination schedule can prevent these puppy diseases and is required by Buyer as terms of this “Puppy Contract”.  I will give you a schedule of vaccinations. All states require a current Rabies vaccination.  Check with your vet for requirements.  Buyer agrees to properly administer heart worm preventative on a regular basis, if you live where it is required.  Check with your vet.  Buyer agrees to provide adequate housing, confine the puppy in a fenced yard or kennel run, or walk on a leash.  Health warranties and guarantees are

void if Buyer does not have written documentation of proper health care as stated in this paragraph.  No other health warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, are made under this contract except those as stated.

Buyer Initials: _______

4) Each puppy is guaranteed to have sound and stable temperament when they leave our home. ALL PUPPIES MUST BE SOCIALIZED AND INTRODUCED TO NEW PEOPLE, PLACES, DOGS, CATS,ETC TO AVOID BEHAVIORAL ISSUES LATER IN LIFE. Puppies need to be properly socialized which include obedience training and that the Buyer spends a large amount of time socializing your dog daily. The dog is not to be kept chained or tied up, allowed to run loose, teased or otherwise abused. All dogs should be confined properly in a kennel of their own with adequate shelter and not left to their own devises.

Buyer Initials: _______

5) In the event that the Buyer is unable to keep the dog or provide an appropriate home in accordance with this agreement, the dog with its title/registration will not be transferred to any person or organization other than SJK, whether by sale, gift, loan or otherwise, unless agreed to by SJK in writing.  Buyer agrees to notify SJK if any such contingency arises and will not abandon the dog to a shelter or sell or give the dog away.  If dog is found to have been sold or given away without SJK’s knowledge and said SJK discovers this, SJK will take legal action and original Buyer of the dog will be responsible for all legal expenses incurred. The SJK wishes to ensure that this dog is always in a place where he/she will be properly cared for. The SJK will always take back this dog, at no expense to the SJK, and keep and care for the dog until a suitable home is found.

This contract is under the jurisdiction of the state of North Carolina, in the county of Cumberland. It is agreed the place of venue shall be in Cumberland County, North Carolina. Any breech of this contract could be detrimental  to the name and reputation of the breeder/seller and the breeder/seller will be entitled to 5 times the purchase price of the puppy including but not limited to attorney’s fees, court cost, any and all expenses acquired and (or) the puppy back. All other states and counties are asked to please accept this contract as legally binding and enforceable.  

Buyer Initials: _______

6) No other warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, are made under this contract except as stated herein.

Buyer Initials: _______

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Acknowledgement of sale

Printed Name of Buyer(s): _________________________________________________________________________

Full Mailing Address of Buyer(s): ____________________________________________________________________

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Phone Number of Buyer(s):   (_________)__________-__________________

Email Address of Buyer(s):  ________________________________________________________________________

Signature of Buyer(s): _____________________________________________________Date: __________________

Signature of SJK: _________________________________________________________Date: __________________