Southern Scotties Puppy Contract

Deposit: We require a non-refundable deposit of four hundred dollars ($400.00) now and the balance at six (6) weeks old.

This deposit is your guarantee that we will not place the puppy of your choice with someone else. This deposit is also our guarantee that you will be purchasing the puppy specified; therefore the deposit is non-refundable. Deposits can also be transferred to another litter if the puppy you would like to purchase is not available. We realize that circumstances may change, and will try to work with you to find the puppy you desire. You will be notified when you puppy is ready to come to his/her new home. This is usually at 8 weeks of age. If you have not made arrangements to pick up or receive your puppy, we will assume this puppy is available for others. If your puppy is paid in full, we can hold your puppy for you. We will work with you to get your puppy to you in the time frame that works best for you.

Payment Information:

We prefer to have the puppy paid for before 6 weeks of age. Personal checks are accepted for deposits if the puppy is 6 weeks old or less. Personal checks are not accepted at pickup or for deposits after the puppy is 6 weeks old. Cashapp, Venmo (with a 4% service charge), and all major credit cards (including a 4% fee) and Zelle with no fee are also accepted. Puppies will remain at our kennel until completely paid for. Shipping is available through puppy curriers for an additional fee (contact us to discuss shipping options.)

Conditions of Sale:

All puppies are sold with registration papers and a health record. Puppies will be wormed starting at 2 weeks of age, and worming will be continued every week as long as the puppy is in our care. The puppy will receive it’s first “puppy shot at 6 weeks of age. Shots will continue at the 9th, 12th and 15th week as long as the puppy is in our care. Buyer agrees to have said puppy examined by a licensed vet within one week after you receive your puppy or this guarantee is not applicable. Should your puppy be found to have a genetic/congenital defect by a licensed veterinary doctor, contact us immediately to discuss a refund of the purchase price or if the puppy should be returned to the breeder at the buyers expense. The purchase price will be refunded, or the puppy can be replaced, whichever the buyer prefers. Minor problems such as diarrhea, coccidiosis, wormy stool, etc. are common problems among puppies and will not be covered by this warranty, although every effort is made to sell puppies free of all problems. The puppy is guaranteed for one year of age against genetic/congenital defects that could affect the puppy’s quality of life. Deadline for a refund is one week and only after examination by buyer’s licensed vet, and a written statement is forwarded to breeder’s vet, Jerry T. Schellhaas DVM, Tangi Animal Clinic located in Loranger, LA (985-878-3923). from the buyer’s vet for the replacement of another puppy of equal value or refund. Breeder is not responsible for shipping charges, or vet bills once the puppy leaves our care. Breeder does not assume any liability for any injury of the puppy after delivery. Buyer is responsible to maintain the puppy’s health condition, vaccinations, deworming, and any other procedures to insure good health. The breeder

has provided everything possible to produce a healthy sound puppy by raising the puppy the best possible way in regards to diet, exercise, socialization, and veterinary care. The breeder cannot guarantee the style of puppy’s ears, hair coat type, or height and weight at maturity.

Purchaser’s Statement:

The Buyer guarantees that he/she is not acting as an agent in the purchase of this puppy, and that it will remain in his/her custody. The buyer swears that he/she is not associated with a pet store, or animal broker. This contract becomes effective upon the signature of both parties. An executed copy shall be provided to all parties.

I, the undersigned, understand and accept the terms and conditions presented, and by signing, I make this a binding contract.

Signature of Purchaser__________________________________________