H&T Labrador Retrievers

Breed:       LABRADOR RETRIEVER                                                                                              Sex:                                                 

Sire:                                                                                                                                     AKC Reg #:                                       

Dam:                                                                                                                                    AKC Reg #:                                        

Puppy’s DOB:                                                                                                                          Color:                                               

 

     On this date,                                   , the above described puppy has been sold for the sum of $                      . This sum represents payment in full. The new owners are in agreement with the terms of sale as they are hereby provided in the following contract.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

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BUYER INFO:

Name(s):                                                                                                                                                                                  

Address:                                                                                                                                                                                  

Telephone:                                                                  Email:                                                                                                      

 

     Many of our puppies hold the potential to develop into dogs that will be suitable for one or more of the following purposes: showing, hunting, or breeding.  It should be understood, however, that there is no guarantee at the time of sale regarding the future showing, hunting, or breeding prospects of the animal.  What is guaranteed is a good companion and a family pet.  This guarantee further implies that the puppy appears to be in good health at the time of the sale as is outlined in the following statement.

HEALTH GUARANTEE

     This puppy is guaranteed to be in good health, to the best of my knowledge at the time of sale. Additionally, this puppy had has its’ initial inoculations against distemper, hepatitis (adenovirus T2), para influenza and parvo virus.  Furthermore, this puppy has been preventatively wormed two times and is accompanied by a complete health record documenting all vaccinations, wormings and any other veterinary care it may have received.  From the date of the puppy’s purchase, the buyer has (5) FIVE DAYS in which to take the dog to a licensed veterinarian for a full check up.  It is strongly urged by us that all purchasers do so, in order to avoid nullification of this agreement.

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     If at the time of the initial vet check the puppy is determined to be seriously ill from symptoms that are undoubtedly the result of a hereditary condition, the new owner is to return the puppy along with its puppy pack and other accompanying information.  At this point, H&T Labradors will replace the puppy in question with another puppy of similar bloodlines and/or the same color and gender, should the buyer desire.  Should there be no puppies available that would be a suitable replacement puppy, H&T Labradors will refund the purchase price of the puppy in full.  All of what has been said above is contingent upon the new owner(s) providing a letter of verification from the examining veterinarian.  This exchange or notification of the new owner’s intent to exchange must be made within the (5) FIVE DAYS of the date of sale.  Initial contact by phone is permissible, however a written statement must be provided in order for the exchange to be made.  This written statement must simply state the new owner’s intention on invoking their guarantee as is provided for in this contract and must be accompanied by the necessary veterinary documentation.

     Furthermore, it is noted that H&T Labradors assumes no responsibility for this dog once it has left the premises.  This includes veterinary medical expenses, mortality, landlord’s disapproval, allergic reaction to puppy, family disagreement, behavioral/training difficulties, mistreatment of dog, accidental poisoning or trauma, or any other reason not specifically stated above.  If for some reason one of these problems should arise and you find yourself wanting to place your dog in a new home, we ask that you first contact us.  In some instances, we may be able to help.  Our main concern here however is that none of our dogs under any circumstances wind up at the pound or any other type of animal shelter.  There are always other options, and we would be more than happy to help.

     Your new puppy is also guaranteed until it reaches (1) one year of age against any severe and/or life threatening congenital heart, liver, kidney or thyroid defects. Additionally, this guarantee covers any severe and/or life threatening seizure disorders or ocular defects resulting in blindness.  Should any problem such as those mentioned above arise that are clearly hereditary in nature, the owner is to contact H&T Labradors immediately.  In addition to their written statement of intent to invoke the terms of the guarantee, the owner should provide documentation and any or all x-rays or other material from their veterinarian to H&T Labradors, who will seek a confirming diagnosis from a veterinarian of our choice upon receiving said records.  Should the condition prove to be hereditary in nature AND have a serious adverse effect on the dog’s quality of life, an exchange will be made for a puppy, chosen by the breeder, of equal value to the dog in question.  This exchange is contingent on either the veterinary verification of the dog’s euthanasia (for the purpose of minimization of pain and suffering) or in non-life threatening cases a spay/neuter verification from your veterinarian.

     Additionally, your new puppy is guaranteed until it reaches 26 months of age against SEVERE CRIPPLING HIP DYSPLASIA. In an instance where SEVERE CRIPPLING HIP DYSPLASIA is diagnosed a replacement puppy will be provided so long as the new owners take the steps set forth below in this contract. First, the owners must immediately notify H&T Labradors of the diagnosis.  This can be done initially by phone, but must eventually be backed up by a written statement making known the owner’s intention to invoke the guarantee.  The owner must then provide x-rays for submission to OFA (the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) and/or a veterinarian of the breeder’s choosing. If the diagnosis of SEVERE HIP DYSPLASIA (dysphasia so extreme that it prevents the dog from being a functional family companion and that surgery or euthanasia is indicated) is confirmed, a replacement puppy of equal value of the breeder’s choosing will be provided. This replacement is contingent on the owners providing a written statement from their veterinarian that the dog is not and has

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never been overweight for its bone structure and that no evidence exists that the puppy was overstressed or over exercised during this important developmental period of its’ life.  Furthermore, the veterinarian must indicate there have been no signs of abuse, neglect or past injuries that could be the cause of such dysphasia.  In cases where the exchange is to take place and the owners of the dog to be replaced have chosen surgery rather than euthanasia, they must provide written documentation that the dog in question has been spayed or neutered.  It is agreed and understood that in all instances outlined above, the only applicable refund is a replacement puppy.  In no cases will there be a monetary refund.  It is further understood that H&T Labradors accepts no responsibility for Osteochondritis Dessians (OCD), as H&T Labradors know the percentage of its puppies to be free of OCD.  For more information on OCD as well Panosteitis (a common cause of temporary lameness in young dogs), see the statements pertaining to them following the contract.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:               ß

     No puppy will fall under the guidelines set forth in this agreement unless it keeps the prefix “H&T‘s” in its AKC registered name and is properly and promptly registered with AKC within 90 days of the date of purchase.  Failure to register your puppy with AKC within 90 days of purchase and failure to use the “H&T‘s” prefix in the puppy’s AKC registered name will null and void all areas of this warranty extending beyond 90 days of the date of purchase.  It is agreed and understood that no warranty or representation have been made with respect to the sold dog, except that which has been set forth in the above written agreement.  This agreement is valid only for the original owner and is NON-TRANSFERABLE.  I/We, the purchaser(s), have read, understand and agree to the terms of this contract.

 

Signature of Purchaser(s):                                                                               Date:                                

 

 

Signature of Seller:                                                                                       Date:                                

 

  

 

 

Limited Registrations can be converted to full registrations at any time after owners have provided proof of OFA certification or Penn Hipping which clears the dog/puppy in question of hip dysplasia. There is a $100 processing fee required along with the proper documentation from OFA or Penn Hipping Exam.  You must also submit an application to AKC requesting the change in registration which is provided and approved by H&T Labradors.

　

To receive a $150 refund of a FULL REGISTRATION price, you must submit OFA certification or Penn Hipping Exam results verifying that the dog/puppy in question is free of hip dysplasia before the dog/puppy is 30 months of age.

 

 

 

 

 

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