Breeder will microchip each puppy and register the microchip in breeder's name. Breeder will register the litter with the American Kennel Club (AKC). The official registration certificate will be provided to Buyer at the time the breeder receives the certificate from the American Kennel Club.
Each puppy's registered name will start with "Zaltana's" followed by a word that identifies the litter and then followed by the puppy's name.
Please note: All puppies will be sold with limited AKC registration papers (this means that offspring of this puppy cannot be registered with AKC without the Breeder's written approval).
BUYER'S RESPONSIBILITIES: Please read and initial each block below. Note the words "puppy" and "dog" are used interchangeably. Please note that the Health Guarantee is null and void if Buyer does not adhere to the following Buyer's Responsibilities.
____Buyer agrees that, if at any future time, the Buyer is unable to keep the above-described dog, the Buyer will return this dog to the breeder and the breeder will refund the Buyer 800 US dollars of the purchase price at the Buyer's request. Breeder will assist with transport at the Buyer's request.
____Buyer agrees to notify Breeder before any action is taken to re-home the dog. The dog may not to be sold, given away, destroyed (euthanized) or placed in an animal shelter. Exception to euthanasia would be if recommended by a veterinarian in the case of injury or suffering of the dog.
____Buyer agrees to provide the breeder Marlene Johnson with a contact number for a person who has been instructed to contact the breeder if something should happen to the buyer (serious illness or death). If buyer wishes to leave the dog to a person of their choice in the event something happens to the buyer, this person needs to be approved by the breeder Marlene Johnson at the time the buyer makes this choice.
____Buyer agrees to remain in regular contact with the breeder and to send pictures of the puppy (at least every 3 months during the first year, then every 6 months to update breeder), immediately notify the breeder of any health or temperament problems especially if it concerns a problem that may be of concern to other dogs of that litter. Breeder has the right to exhibit any photos taken of this dog on Breeder's website or blog or any advertising for Zaltana Anatolians.
____Buyer agrees that the Breeder has the right to exhibit any photos taken of this dog on Breeder's website or blog or any advertising for Zaltana Anatolians.
____The Breeder has made every effort to produce a litter both physically and mentally sound. The Breeder will stand behind this breeding to the extent stated below. However, once the puppy leaves the Breeder, the Buyer accepts full responsibility for the proper care and well-being of the puppy. The Breeder cannot be held responsible for death, injury or deformity of the puppy due to illness, accident or deviation from adequate care normally given a puppy.
____Buyer agrees to take the puppy to a veterinarian within five days of receipt and to provide a copy of the results of that visit to the breeder. If the Buyer is dissatisfied with this puppy for any reason, it may be returned to the Breeder within seven days of receipt for a full refund. However, if Buyer elects to keep the puppy after the required veterinary exam, Breeder is not liable for any existing or future medical conditions except as noted under "guarantees" below.
____Buyer agrees to continue the vaccination series already started and to arrange for any needed boosters, routine rabies vaccinations and fecal testing/worming. Annual heartworm testing must be done in areas where this is recommended by the buyer's veterinarian. Thyroid testing (free T4 at a minimum) is required (this can be done through the buyer's veterinarian and does not have to be sent to OFA) at 2 years of age or at the time OFA x-rays are being done and a copy of the result must be provided to the breeder. It is recommended to repeat thyroid testing at least every two years as dogs can have low levels without showing any signs of illness. Breeder would appreciate receiving results of thyroid testing throughout the dog's lifetime for breeder's records.
____It is recommended that Buyer reviews information provided on Breeder's website in regards to spaying and neutering. Breeder does not recommend these procedures to be done before one year of age. Buyer also acknowledges that they have been informed about AAHA 2006 new vaccination guidelines and agree to discuss these with their veterinarian. Buyer acknowledges that they have been informed that vaccinations in excess of the above mentioned guidelines may lead to vaccinosis-related health and/or behavior problems.
____Buyer acknowledges that he/she has been informed by the breeder that a surgical procedure is available to prevent the development of hip dysplasia in puppies with abnormal x-ray results. This surgical procedure can only be performed between the age of 16 weeks and 20 weeks of age and is called Juvenile Pubic Symphysidesis. Breeder strongly recommends to consider evaluating this puppy's hips at this age and to have this surgery performed if applicable.
____Buyer agrees that this dog shall occupy a suitable fenced area adjacent to Buyer's home and shall never be tied without direct adult human supervision, which means the dog must be within hearing and/or seeing distance of an adult human. This dog shall not be allowed to roam free outside of this fenced area.
____Buyer agrees that this dog shall not be subjected to repetitive, nonproductive verbal or physical corrections or other abuse. Dog shall not be subjected to alpha rolls, scruff shakes, gagging, dangle sticks, drags, a shock collar or choke collarsconsulting with the breeder first before their use. The above may be considered abuse if not used appropriately, and may cause physical and/or emotional damage. Buyer agrees that this dog will not be placed into a facility for "in-kennel training or board and train facilities." Buyer agrees to consult Breeder with any concerns in regards to behavior or temperament.
____Buyer agrees to keep this dog in good condition. Good condition includes but may not be limited to: dog having protection from natural elements such as heat, cold, rain, and pests (such as fleas/flies/ticks etc.); dog should be maintained at an appropriate weight, shall always have access to clean water and be fed a quality diet, and it shall receive adequate care in regards to coat, ear, nail and dental care.
____Buyer agrees to provide adequate socialization and training for this dog as recommended by the breeder as follows: from the time the puppy leaves the breeder until the puppy is 5 months old, at a minimum, the puppy needs to be taken for a ride in the car every two weeks, has to be taken to a new place once every two weeks (this can be combined with the car ride), and has to meet a new person at least every two weeks. In addition to that the following training exercises need to be continued: nail trimming and grooming/handling at least once weekly, possession aggression prevention exercises at least once weekly, leash walking at least once weekly. Buyer agrees to send progress reports about these training and socialization exercises at least monthly until the puppy is 5 months old.
____Breeder will provide a training book of the Breeder's choice at the time a deposit has been received. Breeder recommends that all buyers read "The Culture Clash" by Jean Donaldson and "The other End of the Leash" by Patricia McConnell. All of these books have applications for pets and working dogs.
____Buyer agrees to have a plan in place for the event of a natural disaster or the owner's death or inability to care for this dog.
____Buyer agrees never to breed this dog.
____Buyer agrees to surgically sterilize the dog after seventeen years of age.
Failure to adhere to these conditions shall void all health guarantees, unless other arrangements have been made in writing.
____NOTHING IN THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED AS LIABILITY ON THE BREEDER'S PART IF THE DOG SHOULD FAIL TO PERFORM ITS INTENDED FUNCTIONS FOR ANY REASON, NOR SHALL THE BREEDER BE LIABLE FOR ANY ACTIONS OF THIS DOG.
Price: The purchase price is 1,400 US dollars which must be in form of a money order or cashiers check. A non-refundable deposit of 200 US dollars is required to reserve a puppy and will be deducted from the purchase price (The deposit will be refunded if no puppy is available that meets the buyer's request as stated on the "Puppy Application," for example a buyer wanted a female, but no female is available). An additional deposit of 200 US dollars is required in addition to the purchase price and will be refunded as follows (please note that this deposit will not be refunded if this dog has been used for breeding or if the OFA x-ray requirements are not met):
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The 200 US dollar deposit will be refunded if buyer provides copies of OFA results of hips and elbows at any time before the puppy reaches 30 months of age.
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All funds are due prior to delivery of puppy. The purchase price does not include a crate or any expenses related to transport. If a buyer decides to have a puppy shipped via airplane or ground transport an additional 200 dollars are due at the time the buyer pays for the puppy. This will cover expenses for a shipping crate, food/water bowls, blanket, collar and leash, health certificate and travel expenses of the breeder.
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BREEDER'S GUARANTEE: The Breeder guarantees the health and quality of this dog as described below:
Health: Breeder guarantees that this puppy is in good health when leaving the breeder.
Breeder's guarantees in regards to hips and elbows are as follows:
If a diagnosis of hip or elbow dysplasia has been made by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) and a copy of the reading has been furnished to the Breeder, the Breeder will take this dog back and refund the amount stated above or, if Buyer decides to keep the dog, Breeder will refund 600 US dollars.
If the degree of deformity or dysfunction, as described above, is such that the dog must be euthanized (destroyed) before 5 years of age, Buyer must contact Breeder prior to euthanasia and provide contact information for Buyer's veterinarian. Breeder will contact Buyer's veterinarian for a consult and will require a letter from veterinarian regarding recommendation of euthanasia. Buyer will arrange for a veterinary certificate to be forwarded to Breeder as proof of dog's death due to the covered defects. Breeder then agrees to refund the amount as stated above under dog being returned to breeder.
If dog is destroyed without benefit of consult with veterinarian, or written documentation of condition leading to euthanasia, then this guarantee is null and void.
The breeder reserves the right to disagree with the decision to euthanize the dog and may choose to have the dog returned to the breeder for the stated refund. If the Buyer has the dog euthanized against the breeder's wishes, no refund whatsoever will be paid to the Buyer.
All claims must be made within 30 days of determination of covered defect.
THIS HEALTH GUARANTEE IS NULL AND VOID IF:
- IF THE DOG WAS BRED WITHOUT THE BREEDER'S WRITTEN PERMISSION AND FULL REGISTRATION WITH THE AMERICAN KENNEL CLUB HAS BEEN OBTAINED
- THE DOG HAS BEEN USED FOR BREEDING PRIOR TO OFA RESULTS (at 30 months of age) BEING AVAILABLE
- IF THE DOG HAS BEEN USED FOR BREEDING IF OFA RESULTS SHOW ABNORMAL HIP or ELBOW RESULTS
- IF THE DOG WAS USED FOR BREEDING PRIOR TO 24 MONTHS OF AGE
- IF THE DOG WAS BRED TO A DOG OTHER THAN A PUREBRED, REGISTERED ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD DOG
- THE BUYER DID NOT FULLFILL ALL THE REQUIREMENTS AS LISTED UNDER "BUYER RESPONSIBILITIES"
QUALITY: The Breeder has made every effort to produce puppies with sound temperaments and to place them into homes that match their individual personalities. If a Buyer is not satisfied with this dog's temperament it can be returned at any time for a refund as stated above.
Jurisdiction and Venue. If any dispute arises between the parties, venue and jurisdiction shall lie with the state and judicial district where Sellers reside. Both parties agree to submit to non-binding mediation prior to filing a suit, each party paying their own attorney fees and one-half the mediation or arbitration fee. In addition to legal relief, a court is hereby authorized to grant injunctive, declaratory or other appropriate equitable relief to enforce both the grant and the limitation of warranties and remedies as set forth by this contract.
Attorney's Fees. In any legal proceeding arising out of this contract, the prevailing party shall be entitled to their reasonable attorney's fees and costs of suit, in addition to any other relief granted by the Court.
Limitation of Damages. In no event shall damages be awarded for the Buyers' incidental or consequential damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, lost profits, or lost production.
Requirement of Timely, Written Notice of Claim. No legal proceedings shall be instituted arising out of this contract unless written notice is delivered by Buyers to Sellers within 36 months of the date of this agreement, which notice shall specify the grounds upon which Buyers assert their claim, and give Sellers reasonable opportunity to respond and offer to cure the alleged breach, if appropriate.
Revised May 28, 2008
