Pet Contract and Health Contract
This Agreement is made and entered into this ___ day of _______ and between Purr-fect Sphynx, Melanie__________ (hereinafter known as Seller ), and _________, (hereinafter known as Buyer ).
1. Seller agrees to sell, and Buyer agrees to buy, one Sphynx described as follows:
Date of Birth: S*x:
2. The total amount due must be paid in full prior to Buyer taking possession of the above-described kitten.
3. Once Buyer takes possession of the above-described kitten all rights and responsibilities of ownership is the sole responsibility of Buyer. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFICALLY WRITTEN AND AGREED TO IN THIS AGREEMENT, UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SELLER BE OBLIGATED TO BUYER FOR A CASH REFUND, VETERINARIAN COSTS OR ANY OTHER COSTS, UNDER ANY PARAGRAPH OR SUB-PARAGRAPH OF THIS AGREEMENT
Kittens will be Spayed/Neutered before going to their new homes.
4. Deposit and Hold, Refunds and Replacements Buyer has read, understands, and agrees to our deposit and hold policy as described as follows:
A Non-Refundable Deposit of 450 dollars is required from Buyer before a kitten is considered "Reserved" for said Buyer. All deposits are considered a "good faith" agreement between Buyer and Seller as outlined below:
A. Seller agrees to "hold" said kitten for Buyer until said kitten is placed into Buyer's care at approximately 12 to14 weeks of age AND any balance due must be paid in full to Seller. Said kitten will not be delivered or leave Seller's home unless and until all monies are paid to Seller and Buyer executes and returns to Seller a signed copy of the Agreement. If Buyer does not pay to Seller, the balance due at the agreed about time, any deposit is deemed "forfeited" as contained in "Forfeiture and Liquidated Damage Clause" of this Agreement. If buyer has not made arrangements to be available to pick their kitten up when they are 12-14 weeks old, there will be an additional fee charged daily in the amount of 10 dollars a day to care for the kitten. Forfeiture and Liquidated: A deposit is forfeited if Buyer changes his/her mind and no longer wishes to purchase said kitten (for any reason) or cannot pay Seller any balance due on said reserved kitten within the agreed on time. Said forfeited deposit is considered liquidated damages to Seller including, but not limited to:
(a) Seller has turned away other potential buyers when a "hold" or "reserve" was placed on the kitten
5. The balance of the purchase price in the amount of $____ (_________ and no/100 dollars), must be paid in full as follows:
A. If kitten is being delivered to Buyer - Buyer must pay to Seller in the agreed-upon form of payment the total cost of the delivery two weeks (14 days) before the delivery date. If kitten is being picked up by Buyer - if payment is made by cash, the balance is due on the day Buyer picks up the kitten. If payment is being made by credit card or debit card via PayPal, the balance is due 72 hours before the kitten is picked up.
6. Buyer has the choice of making payment(s) with cash, zelle or credit card or debit card via PayPal (add 4% paypal fee)
7. It is up to the Buyer to arrange delivery of his or her kitten. Delivery can be a private courier service, or Buyer can come to Sidney NE to pick up the kitten. Buyer may also pick up kitten in Denver or fly into Denver DIA And we can meet you at airport and you can fly home with your kitten. Or meet at an arranged public place to pick up the kitten. If a private courier is used, Buyer understands and agrees to telephone Seller immediately upon delivery of the kitten to confirm receipt. Buyer understands and agrees that if Seller (is able and arangements were made)travels to meet Buyer to deliver the kitten, a delivery charge will be added to the cost of the kitten
8. Buyer agrees to NEVER declaw this kitten. Declawing is the surgical removal of not only the nail but the removal of the first joint of each toe. Declawing provides no health benefit to the kitten or cat. This procedure has resulted in kittens and cats having detrimental effects, including both physical discomfort and emotional changes (i.e., aggression, litter box issues, etc.). If it is discovered the kitten or cat has been declawed without express written consent of Seller for a documented medical reason for the kitten or cat, at ANY time during the life of the above-referenced kitten, legal action may be pursued against Buyer. Initials of Buyer(s)/Seller: ______________
9. Health Guarantee. Purr-fect Sphynx is a PKD1, FIV, and FeLV free. To the best of Seller's knowledge, the above-described kitten is the progeny of animals that are healthy. This Health Guarantee is for a congenital defect which is more commonly known as a birth defect. Most are present at or near birth. Seller guarantees the above-described kitten against life-threatening congenital defect until this kitten is one(1) years old. This is a limited guarantee, and the Seller must be notified, in writing, when the congenital defect is first detected. This Health Guarantee is unenforceable one (1) years from the the date of this contract is signed. Congenital defects are limited to the following: Polycystic kidney disorder (PKD1), cardiomyopathy, entropion, cataracts (cataracts may undergo spontaneous resorption within the first year [i.e., disappear]; if not, and if the retina is working, surgery may be needed.), degeneration of the retina, cleft palates and cleft lips, megaesophagus, portosystemic shunt (liver), patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), seborrhea oleosa, amyloidosis, and and mucopolysaccharidosis. If a claim for any of the above-referenced congenital defects is made, written verification (on company letterhead) from a qualified, licensed veterinarian must be provided to Seller with a description of the kitten's congenital defect and their opinion as to the seriousness of the defect. Seller reserves the right to have the kitten re-inspected by their veterinarian for confirmation of the defect before replacing the kitten. In this event, the kitten will be replaced with a comparable replacement when one becomes available. Comparable replacement will be of age. s*x and color.Buyer has the option to return the kitten and receive a replacement, or keep kitten and seller will give a replacement kitten. If buyer chooses to keep the kitten they are responsible for any vet bills that may arise. Buyer is solely responsible for any delivery related expenses.
10. Return Policy, Health Guarantee and Health Guarantee - Exceptions. If the above-described kitten is taken to a licensed veterinarian within 72 hours of delivery (excluding weekends or holidays), and is found to have a serious health problem that will affect the life span or life enjoyment of the kitten, Seller will offer an exchange for the above-described kitten with a kitten of equal quality from the first available litter born or if there is a kitten not spoken for in any of the litters still held at Seller's home or full refund. Buyer is solely responsible for all expenses related to the return of the kitten to Seller, and Further, if Buyer accepts a replacement kitten, Buyer is solely responsible for all delivery expenses. If the above-described kitten is discovered to suffer from a mild congenital defect unknown at the time of sale, which does not affect its lifetime or quality of life, there will be no compensation, refund, exchange, or return of the kitten. No cash refunds will be made for a dead kitten. A replacement kitten will be made, only if a qualified, licensed veterinarian, trained in such procedures, performs a necropsy and such report is provided to Seller, stating that the above-described kitten died of a fatal congenital defect (as outlined in paragraph 11, above), and was untreatable. Failure to have the kitten inspected by a certified veterinarian, within 72 hours (3 business days) of acceptance of the above-described kitten voids any and all agreements. If the kitten is being delivered by a private courier, this Health Guarantee does not cover fleas, ear mites or fungus, since these can be acquired in route to Buyer's home and, in particular, Ringworm (fungus) spores are everywhere in the environment. Buyer understands and agrees that he/she will remain solely responsible for any costs incurred in returning the cat to Seller, as well as all of the costs incurred in any veterinary examination. F. Buyer understands and agrees that he/she assumes all responsibility for the above-described kitten from when Buyer receives this kitten. G. Buyer understands and agrees that the one (1) year Agreement does not cover any condition stemming from the Buyer's neglect, illnesses, or accidents, that the kitten came in contact with while in the Buyer's care, including, but not limited to, blood transfusions, vaccination reactions, and death due to surgical procedures, including mishaps occurring during delivery. H. Buyer understands and agrees that the one (1) year guarantee only applies to the original Buyer, named on page one of this Agreement. Buyer understands and agrees that the kitten must be under the regular care of a veterinarian.
13. Health Record. The above-described kitten has had age appropriate vaccination(s) and preventative worming(s), which have been documented in the health record book provided to Buyer. Seller is not responsible for parasites or disease that this kitten may contract through transportation from Purr-fect Sphynx to the Buyer's home.
14. Care of This Kitten. Buyer agrees the kitten will reside at the home of the Buyer, it will not be allowed to be an outdoor cat, and will be provided with a proper diet, grooming fresh water and lots of love. Buyer agrees to provide necessary vaccinations and adequate health care including proper tooth care for the life of this kitten. Yearly check-ups and booster vaccinations (including rabies, if required by your veterinarian, local or state laws) are required and should be brought up-to-date on the health record provided to Buyer at the time of purchase. Buyer agrees to keep the kitten in a safe environment and not allow this kitten to run at large under any circumstances, and under no circumstances. This kitten is to be an "indoor ONLY" pet. Under no circumstances will Buyer allow any children, child or adult to harass or mistreat the above-described kitten. Buyer understands and agrees that after the delivery date herein of the above-described kitten, Seller is not responsible for any veterinary or other professional bills or costs incurred on behalf of said kitten. Buyer understands that if there is a question as to whether the kitten requires medical attention, a veterinarian will be contacted, the problem explained to said veterinarian and, any advice that veterinarian gives to Buyer will be immediately acted upon to ensure the health and well-being of this kitten
15. Buyer understands and agrees that the above-described kitten was purchased as a Pet Quality animal, and not a Show Quality animal. A pet-quality kitten may have one or more faults (including those in the CFA Sphynx cat standard) which do not diminish its value as a pet and companion.Sphynx are not completely hairless. And degree's of hairlessness can vary sphynx can grow hair at any stage in their life due to hormones, genetics and climate. Buyer understands and agrees that by acceptance of this kitten that this is intended to be a permanent placement for said kitten.
16. Entire Agreement. This instrument is intended by both Seller and Buyer to be a final expression of their agreement and, as a complete and exclusive statement of its terms. Only an agreement signed by both parties may modify this Agreement
This Contract Is Made and Signed by Both Parties to Ensure the Well-being and Protection of this Kitten. This Contract Constitutes the Full Agreement Between Buyer and Seller. No Other Warranty, Verbal or Written,
SELLER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE THE SALE OF ANY KITTEN
SELLER SIGNATURE:
BUYER SIGNATURE:
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