EZAR RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK KENNEL
Puppy/Dog Contract
Name
Address __________________________________City__________State ______________Zip_____________
Email_____________________________________

Phone_________________________Cell_______________________________
Puppy Information: Microchip #:______________________________________
D.O.B._____________ Sex  M /  F  Altered?________
Dam:_____________________________________________________________Call Name___________________
Sire:______________________________________________________________Call Name___________________

Price: $3000 minus the $300 deposit. Information about this dog throughout it's life is important to the Breeder. The Buyer agrees to provide Breeder hereafter referred to as Seller with updates and information about the dog throughout the life of the dog. It is recommended the Buyer will continue to give the puppy/dog NuVet recommended dosage of supplement daily. This supplement provides the antioxidants that give a boost to the immune system and help prevent skin and coat problems. The vitamin/mineral support creates a natural defense against over fifty major disease areas, helping to extend the life of the dog. The Seller recommends Royal Canine supplemented with NuVet vitamin.

Royal Canine 1-888-213-4486 Breeder Code # BRD-782828

NuVet Labs 1-888-865-2600 Ryan ext. 223 Breeder Code # 500285

The Buyer agrees to take good and reasonable care of the puppy/ dog. Which includes but is not limited to : Feed and housing the dog properly with protection against the extreme heat or cold temperatures. Never let the dog run unattended at any time. Give or secure the best of attentions to the physical welfare, grooming, nutrition, and all veterinary care of the puppy/dog at the buyer's expense from this date of contract forward.

Puppy is determined to be of ___________________ quality as determined by the Seller.

1. Show Prospect: is defined as a puppy/dog that has the potential to be shown and does not have any disqualifying faults as described in the AKC (American Kennel Club) Breed Standard when the dog is mature. Maturity is defined of 2 years old. Buyer agrees to follow the sellers instructions pertaining to diet, grooming, and training.
2. Buyer shall offer this Dog every opportunity in the show arena to achieve an AKC Championship. This includes proper conditioning and presentation. The Buyer may acquire services of a professional handler if necessary. Ezar Kennel does provide said professional grooming and handling services for a reduced fee. No warranties are given for the dog acquiring points or winning any awards. The Seller cannot control how a dog grows, diet, conditioning, nutrition, training, etc. Not all prospective dogs grow up to be show dogs. The Seller has done the best possible job selecting the parentage: temperament, health, and show abilities being prominent in the choice.

 The Buyer:

1. Buyer agrees to make every effort to show, train, condition, and provide proper nutrition for show prospect.
2. Buyer agrees to consult with Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel on the stud prospect to assure the best breeding to produce quality AKC puppies or use a Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel stud dog
3. Seller agrees to release full registration papers of puppies due the breeder if these requirements are met.
4. Buyer agrees to keep Ezar as the registered prefix name of the dog represented on this contract

The Seller agrees:

1. To sell the puppy with full registration listing breeder as 1st co-owner and buyer as 2nd co-owner. This will be renegotiated when all health clearances are met and a Conformation Championship is obtained. At this time the Owner may become 1st co-owner and Breeder 2nd co-owner
2. To microchip and file said microchip with AKC.

Show potential puppies also may be bred to produce quality puppies while having no genetic fault of their own at the time it is sold that would prohibit breeding to a like or better AKC purebred Rhodesian Ridgeback dog registered with AKC (American Kennel Club).

At no time is this dog to be :

1. bred to a dog not of same breed or AKC registered.
2. bred to any dog without all listed health tests below and Conformation Championship (extenuating circumstances will be considered)
3. bred without prior consult from seller
4. females are not to be bred until after their second heat cycle and/or two years of age

Males and females for breeding approval is only after all health clearances have been obtained as deemed by AKC and RRCUS Guidelines. Health clearances are defined as and passing OFA Hips, OFA Echocardiogram, OFA Elbows, OFA Thyroid, OFA eyes, Embark or AKC DNA panel and any other health testing recommended by the AKC breed parent club RRCUS at the time of mating.

Companion Pet Prospect: is defined as a puppy/dog that may have a qualifying fault or shortcoming that preludes showing and or breeding of said puppy. This fault, however, will not prevent the puppy/dog from living a happy, normal and healthy life. Puppy will be sold on a AKC (American Kennel Club) limited registration without breeding rights and AKC paperwork will be provided when the seller receives proof that the puppy has been spayed or neutered. Puppy can not be shown in AKC conformation but can be shown in any performance and companion events.

Please mail proof of spay to: Kim Diekevers 4027 9Th Street.  Wayland, Mi 49348.

Warranties: The buyer guarantees that the puppy/dog will be kept in good condition including:

1. Dog will reside with the buyer.
2. Groomed as follows trimming nails and regular bathing and grooming.
3. Exercised and maintenance of muscle tone.
4. Housed in a clean and climate controlled environment in your home. (60 - 80 degrees F)
5. Parasite free and heart-worm checked.
6. Vaccinated as recommended by your veterinarian.
7. Provide regular maintenance and cleaning of teeth by plaque removal
8. Train and socialize with people, other dogs, for the general purpose intended.
9. Attend on going dog training classes though out dog's life
10. Grain free diets are not recommended
11. All medical and financial bills are the responsibility of they buyer from date of contract forward.

Exchanges are not offered until the following requirements are met:

1. Puppy is returned to the seller at the Buyer's expense.
2. Puppy MUST be examined by Buyers veterinarian within 72 hrs from date of sale contract.
3. Health problems: A statement from the examining veterinarian is necessary for the return of any puppy/dog. The statement must include the name and address of the vet, phone number, name of the dog, owner's name, date of examination, and precise findings, treatment recommended and cost estimated. Statement must be received within 3 business days of receiving it from the veterinarian. So no later then 6 days from date of contract. Buyer agrees that
   Seller reserves the right to require a second consultation by the Seller's veterinarian at the Seller's expense for the consultation but will not be responsible for the expenses due to the owner's veterinarian. Should these reports conflict, a third opinion will be required and the expense shared equally by seller and buyer. 
4. Guarantee does not include disclosed health concerns listed in the contract.
5.  All veterinarian costs are the responsibility of buyer except those listed.

Exchange of Puppy - in the event an exchange is warranted.

1. Buyer must provide sufficient evidence that the puppy/dog is no longer a Companion Pet, Show, or Breeding prospect and the Seller reserves the right to review and evaluate, including evaluation of evidence of show records.
2. Replacement will be selected by the Seller if the evaluations proves accurate, from the next litter that puppies are available, or in the event the dog was an adult, when another adult is available. Same sex is not required but shall be at the discretion and consideration of the Seller.
3. Because of the cost involved in breeding healthy, beautiful and well-adjusted dogs, the Seller will not offer monetary refunds. Replacement is offered when the dog is returned in good healthy condition and the Seller has reviewed evidence and effort by the Owner and agrees.
4. Insufficient evidence: If the dog is surrendered without sufficient evidence that the dog is no longer a Companion Pet, Show or Breeding prospect for genetic reason, Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel will not guarantee a re-placement. Neglect of training does not constitute sufficient evidence for a replacement as all training is unstable and must be maintained and pursued. Buyer acknowledges that dogs only ovulate twice a year and a replacement may not be immediately available.

Buyer Fulfills Guarantee: the Buyer has fulfilled their guarantee by keeping the dog clean, well maintained, healthy, trained, socialized and uninjured, vaccinated, groomed, and exercised. Guarantee dos not include disclosed health concerns listed in the contract.

Severability: In the unfortunate event of the death of the Buyer, the estate will sign over ownership of the dog back to the seller. The estate will also be responsible for any expenses, transportation, handling, or medical bills owed on the dog prior to the return of the dog to the Seller, or until Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel receives full outright AKC ownership and the dog is returned to Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel. Should the owner need housing during recuperative care or long-term care in a nursing facility, hospital, or recuperative care for more than 4 weeks, the dog will be returned to Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel until the owner is once again able to care for and maintain the puppy/dog's health.

If previous arrangements in writing have been made with Breeder and Owned consent those arrangements will be honored.

If the Buyer "Can Not Keep" the dog/puppy, it must be returned.  It may not be given away, placed in rescue, or otherwise disposed of without returning the dog to the Seller. At no time can ownership change without express written consent from the Seller, unless the puppy/dog is being returned to Ezra Rhodesian Ridgebacks. Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel highly recommends a family member or friend legally be assigned the dog and Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel is aware of such arrangements. Buyer swears he/she is not acting as an agent and will not sell this dog to anyone acting as an agent. Buyer agrees that failure to comply with this contract will result in a $10,000 fine and ALL court and lawyer costs will be the responsibility of the buyer. All court trans-actions, as well, will be held in Allegan Court System in Michigan. Ezar Rhodesian Ridgeback Kennel is dedicated to every puppy we breed from life to death.

Joint development and Health: While every effort is made to ensure sound and healthy parents with OFA clearances this is not a guarantee of puppy's health. As many things can effect joint development and heath of the puppy jumping on or off furniture, doing excessive stairs, forced exercise ,and early spay/neuter (2 years)} can cause significant joint issue. Many health related issues can be the result of environment. Therefore, I cannot guarantee for things outside of my control. There are so many environmental and training factors that I am unable to control. Once a puppy is placed that responsibility lies with the Buyer to monitor and protect the dogs health and healthy joint development consulting
closely with the Buyers chosen veterinarian.

Entire Agreement: This agreement contains the entire agreement between the Buyer and Seller. The Buyer agrees that they have received a copy of the agreement in its entirety. All other agreements and representations between the parties involved, whether oral, expressed or written are superseded by this agreement. No modifications or waiver of any provisions, or any future representations, promised or additions shall be binding when parties agree by signatures in writing. No other warrantees, either expressed or implied, including warran- tees for fitness of purpose or merchantability apply. Failure to comply or breach of contract with the entity or a portion of this contract or any part will result in a $10,000.00 fine, the return of the dog to Ezar Ridgeback Kennel, and all court and lawyer fees will be the responsibility of the Buyer. All court disputes will be handled in Allegan County, MI.
Special Conditions:

Disclosure of any known health concerns or defects:___________________________________________________________

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Signatures and Dates: 

Buyer agrees by signing this contract that they have received a copy  in its entirety.
Amendments and Additional Comments:_____________________________________________________________________

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This agreement in its entirety signed below on  DATE_______________________________________:
Signatures:
Seller______________________________________  Buyer Signature______________________________
Printed name Seller___________________________Printed name Buyer___________________________