We make a great effort to produce healthy,
genetically sound puppies with great interest in birds and hunting. However,
if for a genetic reason your puppy is unsatisfactory in the areas of physical
health or natural ability, the following sales agreement is in effect
to avoid any misunderstandings and ensure fairness to our clients as well
as ourselves.
If upon arrival, your puppy is not as it was represented by us, in the
areas of physical description, personality, or ability, it may be returned
to us the day after arrival for a replacement. This only covers puppies
that are shipped.
You have seven (7) days in which to have your veterinarian examine your
puppy for any health problems. If there is a problem that cannot be rectified,
you may return the puppy to us the day following the vet exam with a veterinarian's
statement for a replacement puppy. Return of the puppy is the responsibility
of the buyer. The breeder accepts no responsibility for veterinarian expenses
after the puppy leaves the breeders care. If we do not hear from you within
seven (7) days, we will assume that you are satisfied and the puppy is
in good health.
The replacement will be reserved from the next available litter that would
produce puppies meeting the description of the original puppy.
If your dog develops any of the following conditions it shall be replaced
by the breeder with another puppy of equal value and similar quality,
upon return of the original dog. The replacement will be reserved from
the next available litter that would produce puppies meeting the description
of the original dog. The replacement shall be supplied free of all charges
except shipping. If the value of the replacement puppy is greater than
the original purchase price, the buyer will be responsible for paying
the difference. The following portions of this agreement are covered by
replacement only. We do not give full or partial refunds.
In the event that the buyer makes a claim for a replacement puppy due
to a genetic physical defect, the breeder reserves the right to have our
veterinarian examine any x-rays. The breeder may also demand that the
dog be returned and evaluated by our veterinarian. If the claim is made
due to the dog lacking natural hunting ability, the breeder may demand
the dog be returned, so that the breeder may evaluate the dog's ability.
If, before the age of thirteen (13) months, it is determined the dog lacks
the natural ability for hunting or has limited interest in birds or hunting,
is untrainable, or shows unstable or vicious temperment, or has developed
a serious genetic or congenital defect, it will be replaced.
If, before the age of twenty-seven (27) months, the dog develops:
- Hip dysplasia, as evaluated by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals
or
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy and/or Congenital Cataract, as certified
by an ACVO Diplomate verterinary opthalmologist, it will be replaced.
The buyer has several responsibilties for the terms of this guarantee
to remain in effect:
- The breeder must be notified within fifteen (15) days of diagnosis
of hip dysplasia, progressive retinal atrophy, congenital cataract
or other defect that would be considered serious.
- The dog must be returned to the breeder within thirty (30) days
after the breeder is notified of the defect.
- All shipping expenses are the responsibility of the buyer.
- Buyers are responsible for all their own veterinary fees.
This replacement agreement does not cover dogs that are as follows:
- Any dog that has been bred or used for breeding prior to claim.
- Any dog that has transferred ownership from the original purchasing
party.
- Any dog that has died or has been injured due to an accident.
- Any dog that has been abused or neglected.
- Any dog that has been made to be man-shy or gun-shy.
- Any dog who's vaccinations are not kept current. The dog's vaccination
records must be supplied for the breeder's review if they are requested.
Claim for replacement shall be in writing and shall be accompanied by
the following:
- Original A.K.C. or F.D.S.B. Registration Certificate, with ownership
signed back to the breeder.
- Veterinary certificate of hip or eye defect or other serious defect
as earlier described.
- This claim must be submitted to the breeder with all required documents
and the affected dog returned within thirty (30) days after the breeder
is notified of the defect.
If the buyer wishes to keep the dog as a hunting dog and/or companion,
that is the owner's option. No replacement will be given in such cases.
Both the buyer and the breeder have read this agreement and understand
and agree to the conditions named therein.
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