Limited Registration Contract & Health Guarantee
Crazy Patch Ranch is dedicated to producing quality Miniature American Shepherds. The intent of this contract is to assure that the dogs produced from this breeder will receive appropriate care and are protected from indiscriminate breeding.
Breeding Rights: NO breeding rights are given with this puppy/dog & spay/neuter is required.
1. Crazy Patch Ranch guarantees that this puppy is purebred and is registered with the following: AKC. Above-described puppy/dog is of typical temperament and structure and embodies the basic standards of the Miniature American Shepherd breed at time of sale. This puppy/dog is healthy, free of any contagious disease and in sound condition at the time of sale. Although we have a strict anti-parasitic regimen and every precaution is taken to prevent and or treat parasites, our dogs live on a farm, and they are regularly exposed to nature, wildlife, other dogs and farm animals where parasites may be present. Internal and external parasites such as giardia, coccidia, worms, fleas, ticks, lice etc are easily treated and therefore not covered under our health guarantee. Buyer has 72 hours from the time of delivery/pickup to have a physical examination by a licensed veterinarian done on said puppy and to have him/her micro-chipped if required by local laws. Should said puppy be determined to be in ill health, the cause of which the Crazy Patch Ranch is clearly to blame, the dog may, upon a signed written diagnosis from said licensed veterinarian, be returned for refund of the purchase price. Crazy Patch Ranch assumes absolutely no responsibility for fees associated with caring for said puppy. If buyer fails to have a physical examination by a licensed veterinarian done within 72 hours and/or fails to give adequate care to said puppy, this health guarantee will be considered void and may result in return of said puppy to Crazy Patch Ranch with no refund of purchase price or shipping fees (if applicable). If found unhealthy by licensed veterinarian within these 72 hours, buyer has the right to return animal for full refund of purchase price providing he/she has given Crazy Patch Ranch adequate documentation from licensed veterinarian and that the animal has sustained no injury after buyer took possession.
2. Crazy Patch Ranch guarantees that said puppy is free of hereditary defects to the best of his/her knowledge. In the case of untreatable genetic diseases or defects, each case will be dealt with individually. Crazy Patch Ranch does guarantee that said puppy will not develop any life-threatening disease or defect before twenty-four (24) months of age. Every possible precaution is taken that all puppies will be healthy throughout the remainder of their lives. However, in the case the pet does develop a life altering disease or defect before twenty-four (24) months of age, buyer has two options:
· Option 1. Return puppy and receive a replacement of equal value upon next available litter.
· Option 2. Or keep puppy and be reimbursed half the original “pet” purchase price.
In the result of a replacement puppy agreement, it is buyer’s responsibility to provide proof that diseased puppy has been examined and diagnosed by two non-affiliated licensed veterinarians. Written proof must be shown to Crazy Patch Ranch before any action is taken provided that diseased puppy is same state of health as it was sold (besides documented condition/disease). Maximum of 12 months will be given on Crazy Patch Ranch’s behalf to allow time for new litters to arrive or funds for reimbursement to be collected. Crazy Patch Ranch will not refund money in any situation except herein stated. All vet bills are the responsibility of the buyer. No exceptions. Health guarantee does not cover any parasite, internal or external, as this is a treatable condition. However, every precaution is taken by Crazy Patch Ranch to keep puppies’ parasites free.
3. All puppies/dogs are sold as PET QUALITY only. This means they are sold as companion animals. Not show/breed quality unless specifically sold under contract as such, in which case a “breed/show” contract will be signed. Pet quality puppies are to be spayed/neutered before they reach twelve months of age. Written proof from a licensed veterinarian (receipt of services rendered will suffice) must be provided to receive puppy’s registration application(s). If buyer refuses to alter said dog it will result in return of him/her to Crazy Patch Ranch with no refund of purchase price or shipping expenses. Buyer agrees that no puppies will be produced by said dog and to pay the sum of $3,000.00 as liquidated damages if dog is ever bred. Also, breeding will result in breach of contract and as a result dog must be returned to Crazy Patch Ranch immediately! No exceptions.
4. The Buyer shall maintain the puppy in good condition, including adherence to a regular immunization schedule, deworming, heartworm preventative, good diet and supplements and a clean and safe environment. Crazy Patch Ranch will provide buyer with a record of preventative care said puppy has already received while under the care of Crazy Patch Ranch (varies dependent on age). Buyer is required to have a licensed veterinarian administer proper distemper/parvo combo vaccines at monthly intervals until puppy reaches sixteen weeks of age. Rabies vaccination is to be given at three-four months of age. Disregard immunization requirements if pet is over the age and has already received above stated preventative care while in breeder’s care. If at any time Crazy Patch Ranch finds that the puppy/dog is being kept, treated or allowed to behave in a manner not acceptable to state or local laws, or that in endangering pet’s quality of life, the buyer agrees to surrender the puppy/dog, (and all its registration documents, with ownership transfer properly signed), to Crazy Patch Ranch. In any case, buyer agrees to allow Crazy Patch Ranch access to the puppy/dog and to the premises where it is kept, to evaluate the condition therein at any point.
5. Under no circumstances are shipping expenses the responsibility of Crazy Patch Ranch. When shipping any puppy, via ground or air, pet’s health and safety is always of the utmost importance and number one concern. Quality will be considered over cost. The best route and all flight plans will be chosen and made by Crazy Patch Ranch. All shipping costs related to any dog being purchased, as well as in relationship to any dog being replaced for any reason, are the responsibility of the buyer. When chance is given below to rehome puppy back with Crazy Patch Ranch (see par. 6) shipping is still the responsibility of the original buyer. Crazy Patch Ranch shall not be responsible for death or health of said puppy/dog due to negligence or carelessness of any airline or other live animal carrier, it’s agents, employees or the buyer. Once puppy has left Crazy Patch Ranch’s care it is the responsibility of the buyer. When shipping a puppy via air, judgment as to whether or not puppy can handle the length of flight and any layovers shall be made by Crazy Patch Ranch after consulting with a licensed veterinarian. If it is determined that distance is too far, or flight schedules do not allow, alternatives shipping situations will be discussed with new owners. Shipping situation is dependent on weather condition. For no reason will any puppy be released to their new homes before eight weeks of age unless specific arrangements are made.
6. In the case buyer’s situation has changed in that he/she can no longer care for this puppy/dog, he/she must notify the Crazy Patch Ranch immediately. Buyer agrees that Crazy Patch Ranch will have first option to buy back puppy/dog at half the original purchase price (not to include the non-refundable deposit) not to exceed $500.00. If Crazy Patch Ranch is unable to resume ownership of the puppy/dog, Crazy Patch Ranch will assist in finding a suitable home for it. At no time will this dog be surrendered to a shelter or humane society. And under NO circumstances shall the buyer sell the puppy to any individual or establishment in the business of buying and selling dogs, neither for a profit, or to any research institution where medical experimentation or other practices take place. No exceptions. If in case said dog is sold and Crazy Patch Ranch is not notified prior to his/her sale or rehoming, strict legal actions will be taken against original buyer to have pet returned to Crazy Patch Ranch with no refund of any purchase price, shipping fees, or court fees if applicable.
7. Crazy Patch Ranch strongly recommends buyer attend obedience classes with puppy and provide proper socialization opportunities after immunizations have been given. Crazy Patch Ranch shall not be held responsible for acts of puppy destruction due to buyer’s negligence as it is the buyer’s responsibilities to provide a safe and secure environment once the pup leaves Crazy Patch Ranch. It is also recommended that buyer provide pet with proper collar and identification tags even after being micro-chipped.
8. Buyer agrees to pay a weekly boarding fee of $100.00 for every week the puppy/dog stays at Crazy Patch Ranch past ten (10) weeks of age or two (2) weeks after placing the deposit on said puppy/dog. Moreover, buyer agrees to pay veterinarian bills the puppy/dog may accumulate during boarding (shots, checkups, flight/health certificates etc.) There are exceptions to section 8 if buyer resides outside of the US & needs special arrangements to transport puppy/dog into their country.
9. Buyer agrees if legal action is taken regarding this puppy/dog against Crazy Patch Ranch by any person, all attorney/court fees are buyer’s responsibility. In the case, Crazy Patch Ranch feels legal action is necessary to be brought against buyer, in the ruling of Crazy Patch Ranch, attorney/court fees will also be buyer’s responsibility. Paying the deposit and Crazy Patch Ranch’s acceptance of a deposit serves as a signature on this contract. I, the undersigned buyer have read, understand and agree with all of the terms and conditions set forth in this sales contract