1. I/WE, the purchaser/s, have been given a list of the Mastiff Club of America's
`Code of Ethics'; and by the signing of this contract do hereby agree to abide by them while owning this Mastiff.2. In addition to the M.C.O.A. Code of Ethics, I\We also agree to the following conditions set down by the breeder for the betterment of the breed, the protection of this Mastiff, and the reputation of the breeder's kennel. Such conditions are as follows:
3.a) This Mastiff will not be a kennel dog. (That is, to not reside in a kennel, a confined structure, nor pen; on a permanent nor semi-permanent basis.) Nor will this dog be chained or tied, but shall be able to freely move about and exercise in ample space befitting it's breed. Further, this Mastiff shall not be trained as a guard or attack dog.
b)We do hereby state that we are purchasing this Mastiff as a companion and shall provide for it as a member of the family. In addition, we are purchasing this Mastiff as a Pet and agree to abide by the terms stipulated herein to comply with the socialization of this dog.
c) I/We, agree to provide this Mastiff with quality food, ample fresh water, and considerate companionship on a daily basis as a family member. We further agree that appropriate veterinary care with regular shots and wormings will be provided regularly.d)I/We, have been instructed by the breeder that socialization is extremely important in the proper rearing of a Mastiff puppy to become a temperamentally stable adult dog and canine good citizen. I/We, by the signing of this contract, do hereby make absolute promise that this Mastiff puppy shall receive socialization with people and other dogs on a regular basis.
4.Should, at any time, this Mastiff be mistreated by reason of abuse or neglect the breeder reserves the right to take back immediate possession of the dog without reimbursement to the owner. Should this clause need to be enforced, the owner shall forfeit the dog's AKC registration papers to the breeder within 7 days of the breeder taking possession of the dog.
5.a)Breeder retains the right to visit, or have someone visit, the dog periodically for the purpose of determining what the litter produced or to just check on the dog's welfare.
b)The purchaser agrees to notify the breeder if they change address, or telephone number to allow the breeder to keep track of the dog.6.The purchaser of a new puppy agrees to use the breeder's kennel name as a Prefix [i.e., Grandeur, or Grandeur's] upon the naming of the puppy on AKC registration papers.
7.a)If [for whatever reason] the purchaser can not or does not wish to maintain custody of this Mastiff [at any time during it's lifetime] ownership shall revert directly back to it's breeder, including all AKC papers. At no time may this Mastiff be sold, given, or ownership transferred in any way, to a third party without expressed written, signed and notarized, agreement from it's breeder and no other excuse shall be valid.
b) In the event the owner must release custody of the dog, they shall first make a sincere attempt to contact the breeder. If after (7) days the breeder can not be contacted, or should the owner need to immediately release custody of the dog, the owner shall contact the authorized persons listed below to take possession of the dog. They shall make known to the contact the name of the breeder and provide them with all records and AKC papers in relation to the dog.
These persons are as follows:
c)Transportation in return of the dog to the breeder shall be the responsibility of the dog's owner. They agree to help with the transportation in getting the dog back to the breeder, or authorized contact in item 7(b). The owner shall pay all expenses incurred in return of the dog.Judy or Amanda Cato (314) 332-9655; 852 Mexico Road, Wentzville, MO 63385
Alma Bowman (706) 965-4219; 1069 Temperance Hall Road, Rock Springs, GA 30739
Bob Huling (562) 925-3098; 13722 Faust Street, Bellflower, CA 90706
Lynn Bliss (704) 272-8826; PO Box 299, Peachland, NC 28133
d)The breeder agrees to reimburse the owner for the price of the dog/bitch after it is resold, at the fair price it is resold, which the breeder shall deem as reasonable. The owner understands that the breeder will take into consideration the dog's age, health, and temperament conditions in the reimbursement price of the dog, and that the refund price shall be minus the breeder's expenses incurred on the dog. Owner understands that an older dog can not be reimbursed for the same price as a puppy and many times older dogs are "placed" and not resold.
e)In the event that the dog has not received adequate socialization or has health concerns not related to its breeding, the breeder may use any refund due the owner for rehabilitation for the benefit of the dog. Copies of receipts shall be provided to the original owner upon request. In any, and all, cases; both parties agree that the very first concern shall be for the welfare of the dog.
f)In the event that the dog is placed with a third party instead of being returned to the breeder the principle owner agrees to reimburse the breeder in full for any and all expenses in retrieval of the dog, including transportation and any and all reasonable attorney fees; plus any monies allowed by the court as in Sect.12 a., and 12 b.
g)If this dog belongs to more than one person/party, and there is a division of properties due to separation and/or divorce, the dog shall not be held in litigation. Should custody of the dog be in question, or in the case of the owner/s' demise, the breeder has the right to enforce "Right of Possession Agreement" and immediately assume legal ownership of the dog from any person, pound, shelter, or boarding facility where it may be placed; including all records and AKC registration papers. Upon acquisition of the dog the breeder shall comply with item 7.(d); except reimbursement of the dog shall be divided by 50% to each original owner, minus the breeder's expenses.
h)Any litigation commenced shall take place in the state and county of Weakley County, Tennessee. Either party shall contact the second party in notification of such action and proof of such notification shall be provided to the court. In the event of their absence from court on the date set forth, both parties do hereby agree to abide by the decision of the court of Weakley County, Tennessee; and further understand that action to enforce the decision of this court will be taken within their state, or any state or county, to execute the decision of the court of Weakley County, Tennessee.
(Spay/Neuter Provision)
8.a)For the protection of the breed, the health and well being of this Mastiff , and the protection of the Mastiff population, the new owner realizes that this Mastiff is sold with limited registration and will not be allowed to be bred and shall never be allowed to produce a litter. The new owner hereby agrees to spay or neuter this puppy before its 7 (seven) month birthday.
b) Within 14 days of completion of this proceedure the owner shall supply the breeder with a, hand signed, letter from the veterinarian on their Clinics Letterhead.9.a)The purchaser shall receive a guarantee against `Genetic Hip & Elbow Dysplasia' until the dog reaches thirty months of age, at which time the dog can be officially tested for Hip/Elbow Dysplasia. Should the puppy develop this within that time frame, it will be replaced with another puppy (upon availability) with the return of the, alleged, dysplastic Mastiff, x-rays, and a veterinarian statement of genetic defect. The purchaser shall absorb the cost for this.
b)The breeder reserves the right to have the, alleged, dysplastic Mastiff examined by their kennel veterinarian for confirmation purposes, in which the breeder shall absorb the cost for.
9.c)This guarantee shall be absolutely nil and void if the dog has been given calcium or vitamin supplementation of any kind that has not been first agreed upon, stated in writing, signed and notarized by the breeder; even if recommended by a veterinarian and no other excuse shall be valid.10.a)The breeder will provide, to the new owners, at least a three generation pedigree (up to a seven generation upon request), a signed AKC (American Kennel Club) registration or transfer, complete instructions on care and feeding, a written statement of health by a veterinarian, and a record of inoculations and worming.
b) It shall be the responsibility of the purchaser to register this puppy with The American Kennel Club, within (2) two weeks of taking possession of this puppy.
11 a)The new owners has the right to, and is advised to by the breeder, to have this Mastiff examined by a veterinarian of their choice, (within seven days upon taking possession). If, within one week, the Mastiff is found to be in ill health after being examined because of breeding or early kennel care they may return the Mastiff for a full refund or another puppy (upon availability).
b)Should the purchasers decide to not keep the Mastiff, for other than health reasons, they have a seven day grace period to return it and shall receive an immediate refund with the return of the healthy Mastiff, minus the One Hundred dollars sincerity deposit fee and transportation expenses to return the dog to the breeder.
c)Any time after the seven (7) day grace period, should the owner decide to not maintain custody it shall be returned to the breeder and the owner shall receive reimbursement at which time the puppy/dog is sold; as in item 7(d). 12.a)In the event that litigation is commenced to enforce any of the terms of this Agreement the breeder's, being James & Donna Dick, shall be entitled to the costs thereof, including reasonable attorney's fees and expenses; plus five thousand dollars ($5,000.oo) in liquidated damages for damages to the breeder's kennel name and reputation; and the breeder's time, trouble, and mental duress.
b)In the event that litigation is commenced by the breeder due to`breach of contract' committed by the purchaser, the purchaser shall forfeit any monetary refund due the purchaser upon court awarding return of the dog to the breeder.13.a)From this day forward this Mastiff shall be recognized by a tattoo on the dog's lower abdomen. The breeder shall register the tattoo with TATTOO-A-PET (nation wide pet registry service). At any time during the dog's lifetime should the tattoo become illegible the owner must see that the tattoo is re-inked with the original tattoo series of letters and numbers or bring the dog to the breeder and the breeder shall perform this service at no charge. That tattoo series being TTN1N__.
b)Or should the owner choose; they may have the dog microchiped instead of replacing tattoo. In this case they shall register the Microchip with The American Kennel Club's Home Again Registry Service. The breeder's name and phone number shall be listed as one of the contacts in the case of the dog's loss. A copy of the Microchip number and the AKC registry shall be provided to the dog's breeder within 30 days of registry. This provision allows the breeder to keep track of the dog.(Provision for Pet Puppy)
14. This ____ day of ______, 19__, I/We, the purchaser/s agree to pay the sum of $1,500.00; One thousand five hundred dollars) for a Pet Mastiff ______(sex), puppy.
This puppy was whelped __/__/19__, AKC registration number __________.
Tattoo #: TTN1N___________________.Name of dog (if known):
Grandeur's______________________________________________15.a) We understand the original purchase price on a Pet puppy from this litter is $2,500.00. (Two thousand five hundred dollars). We understand by offering this special reduced price, in essence, the breeder is paying for:
One year's worth of Regular Scheduled Socialization or Obedience Classes; and Spay or neuter of this Mastiff puppy
In exchange for the special purchase price of $1,500.00 (one thousand five hundred dollars), instead of paying a higher price for the puppy; we do hereby agree, and make absolute promise to fulfill the following conditions:b)We agree to socialize this Mastiff, beginning as a puppy, by:
Regular Scheduled Socialization. I/We acknowledge and agree to give special attention to abide by the terms in items 3c) of this contract, concerning socialization. In addition to item 3c, we agree to take this puppy to a public training class consisting of either an Obedience class, Canine Good Citizenship Class, Socialization class, or Conformation class. We understand that the breeder suggests Socialization class and Obedience Class, either concurrently or consecutively, but will accept any regular class where the dog is regularly socialized as long as this condition is fulfilled.c) Spay/Neuter Requirements. We agree to spay/neuter this puppy before it reaches 7 months of age.
d)Proof of spay/neuter must be presented to the breeders within thirty (30) days after the dog's seven month birthday. This may be in the form a letter, or vet statement, from your veterinarian on his letterhead which shall also include the puppy's tattoo registration number.
16. Failure to Comply with Spay/Neuter Provision
We agree that if these conditions are not met within the time frame described herein, then the following conditions shall apply:
a)The breeder has the right to take possession of the dog and have it spayed/neutered by their kennel veterinarian. Copies of all receipts will be provided to the owner. Upon payment of these receipts, which shall include breeders transportation and lodging, the dog will be returned to the owner. Should receipts not be paid within 30 days, the owner shall sign ownership of dog back over to the breeder, including all AKC papers and breeder shall commit to item 7D of this contract concerning reimbursement to the owner. Breeder also has the right to enforce item 12b of this contract should litigation be necessary.b)In the event that the owner breeds, or attempts to breed, this dog. Breeder has the right to assume legal custody of the dog, including all AKC papers, without any reimbursement to the owner. The owner hereby agrees to also forfeit every puppy from any litter which a bitch may be carrying, or if male; sired by. All puppies will then be spayed/neuter and placed into Rescue homes. Any and all profit from sales of such puppies shall be donated to Mastiff Rescue Services or The American Humane Society. Any stud fee incurred by the breeding of a bitch shall be the responsibility of the owner who bred the bitch.
c) In the case of extenuating circumstances where the dog can not, or should not, be spayed/neutered at that time, the owner shall provide the breeder with a veterinarian's statement of reason and this shall include a probable time for which the procedure may be completed.
17.I\We the undersigned, have thoroughly read and understand the contents of the entirty of this contract and its provisions herein. I/We do hereby acknowledge this to be a true and binding contract and by my/our signature/s we do hereby agree, and make absolute promise, to abide by it's terms, conditions, Socialization Requirements, and Spay/Neuter Provisions stated herein.
Purchasers Signatures__________________________ ____________________________
Print names __________________________________ ____________________________
18.As Mastiff breeders dedicated to the breed and as members in good standing of the Mastiff Club of America (M.C.O.A.), we recognize our responsibility to breed only the best specimens to compliment the betterment of the breed. We sell/adopt this Mastiff, feeling in good faith it is a healthy and respectable compliment of it's breed. We hereby acknowledge this to be a true and binding contract. We agree, and make absolute promise, to fully abide by it's terms and conditions. We further agree to offer guidance to the purchaser in the rearing of this Mastiff.
Breeder's Signatures _____________________________ _____________________________ James E. Dick Donna Dick
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