Startop Labradors
Sales Agreement

This contract is between Startop Labradors (Jen Harmon) herein after referred to as "Seller" and ___________________ herein after referred to as "Buyer(s)" In consideration of payment in full of the purchase price of $_____, by Buyer(s) to Seller, Seller agrees to transfer to Buyer(s), subject to the terms and conditions contained in this contract, the ownership of one Male / Female Labrador puppy, herein after referred to as the "Puppy" or “Dog“ (regardless of age), from the mating of the sire and dam identified below.

Sire:___________________________ Reg# ___________________
   Dam: __________________________Reg# _____________________
Puppy Reg# _____________
Whelp Date: _____________

All puppies are sold with Limited Registration *AKC definition of “Limited Registration” means that the dog is registered, but no litter produced by the dog is eligible for registration. Dogs with Limited Registration may not be entered in breed competition at Dog Shows but may compete in all other AKC events (obedience, agility, rally, etc.). Seller may later apply to change this designation and have the dog given Full Registration privileges if seller agrees that puppy is a suitable representative of the breed for showing and/or breeding and has passed minimum health clearances (hips, elbows, eyes). Seller may or may not require to be added as co owner on the dog if it is agreed that Full Registration will be applied for. Seller will reserve breeding rights to all male puppies that are to be used at stud.
It is understood that at the time of sale this puppy has been evaluated by the breeder with respect to other representatives of the breed at approximately the same age and has been determined to be structurally and temperamentally suited to be a companion, hunting, agility and/or obedience dog. This does not imply the puppy is or is not of breeding or show quality.

Health Warranty
A full refund will be given to Buyer(s) for any puppy found to be unfit for sale within 14 days of purchase, provided the following is met. Failure to comply with and provide documentation of these requirements voids all guarantees. Warranty is no longer valid if the dog has produced a litter.

1) If the puppy is found to be ill, by a licensed Veterinarian, the breeder is to be notified within 24 hours. A refund of the purchase price will follow the return of the puppy and all papers to the breeder, including a written statement from the attending veterinarian stating the dog's condition (unfit for sale).
2) Buyer(s) warrants that the puppy will be kept in appropriate conditions for its health and welfare. Puppy will be fed a suitable diet for its age and condition. Puppy will receive all necessary veterinary care to maintain its good health.
3) If the puppy is due for vaccinations and the Buyer(s) fails to provide vaccinations on time, this warranty is null and void if the puppy contracts diseases that would otherwise be prevented by those vaccinations.

Hereditary Defect Warranty
The seller represents and warrants the following to the original purchaser until the dog reaches 26 months of age: Seller cannot warrant the following if the pup is overweight and/or has had improper nutrition, excess exercise, accident or injury that may alter the results or if the animal is spayed/neutered prior to the age of 12 months.
This puppy is guaranteed against the following hereditary defects as defined below:
a) Dysplasia of the hips to such extent that quality of life is affected. Diagnosis MUST be made by the Orthopedic Foundation of Animals (OFA) at the Buyers expense. This warranty is valid until 26 months of age. Certification can be obtained at the expense of buyer at or prior to 26 months of age *see OFA guidelines.
b) Dysplasia of the elbows to such extent that quality of life is affected. See above for OFA guidelines.
c) Hereditary defects of the eyes which cause visual loss or impairment.
Certification must be done by an AVCO & registered through the Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF).

It is understood that there is no absolute guarantee that a breeding program can be fully certain that no problems will develop. More information on hereditary defects can be viewed at www.OFA.com. If a heredity defect of hip/elbow/or eye is diagnosed (with nothing else being the cause) a replacement puppy shall be given to the buyer out of the next available litter. Buyer(s) must give notice of the defect in writing to the seller from a licensed veterinarian, along with all documentation from organization (OFA, CERF) stating the problem. It is not required that buyer(s) return the original puppy to collect on this warranty, but buyer(s) must provide proof of spay/neuter prior to receiving replacement. Veterinarian records for puppy must be supplied from the time of purchase that includes any/all injuries, weight at periodic checkups, and all shot records.
Seller reserves the right to have the puppy examined by Sellers vet.

Temperament Warranty
Your puppy carries a lifetime temperament guarantee under the conditions that he/she successfully attends a properly run puppy/dog obedience class which uses positive reinforcement training methods, and the puppy is never harmed or mistreated in any way. Should it be proven that the puppy has been harmed or mistreated, this temperament guarantee is null and void.

As responsible breeders we expect that this puppy be properly socialized. We have done everything possible to breed dogs of sound mind (temperament) and body. The rest is the responsibility of the Buyer(s). Proper feeding, exercise, socializing and training all have a bearing on the end results of a sound adult dog. If a temperament problem is arrises, and seller agrees that Buyer(s) have done their best to resolve the problem to no avail, the puppy must be returned to seller and replacement puppy will be given at a discounted price.

MISC.
If, at any time, Buyer(s) are unable or unwilling to care for this puppy, Buyer(s) agrees to contact and return puppy to Seller. Neither REFUND, NOR REPLACEMENT PUPPY WILL BE GIVEN.

Buyer(s) agrees to and understands the following conditions: The puppy shall not be sold, leased or given to any pet shop, supplier, wholesaler, shelter, pound, humane society or research establishment. The puppy shall not be sold, given or donated to any person without the Seller's prior knowledge and consent. Buyer(s) further agree that this puppy shall not be used for medical or any other experimental purposes.

Buyer agrees to notify Seller within 10 days of any change of address or phone #.
This contract contains the entire agreement between the parties and no statement or verbal agreements made by either party that are not contained in this written contract shall be valid or binding. This contract may not be modified or altered except in writing and signed by both parties. Violations of this Contract will constitute BREACH of CONTRACT, prosecutable by law and may result in mandatory confiscation and return of the puppy to the Seller.

I have read and understand the stipulations of the contract and voluntarily agree to all elements, stipulations and provisions herein.

Buyer (print): ____________________ Seller: Startop Labradors
Address: ________________________
________________________________
Phone: __________________________ (908) 230 2912
Email: ___________________________ blkdgtrkg@yahoo.com

Buyer Signature: __________________Date:_____ Seller: ___________________Date:_____

A copy of this completed contract with both Buyer and Seller's signatures will be provided to the Buyer.