Breeding program 

Please read carefully before messaging me about either Co Own or Guarding homes

 

Co-Owner’s Responsibilities

1. Co-ownership will be with one or more of the Breeders at the discretion of the Seller.

2. The Breeder of this dog will retain full breeding rights and full registered ownership until the terms of this agreement have been fulfilled.

     a. It includes all costs of feeding, housing, and veterinarian expenses, except when the Breeders have temporary possession of the dog.

  b. The Breeders are to be permitted temporary possession of the dog at their request for training, exhibiting, breeding, medical examinations, or other purposes deemed necessary by the Breeders.

c. Neither party to this contract may sell, or in any other way, transfer ownership or possession of the dog without written consent of the other parties.

i. Each party of this agreement will have the right of first denial in any change of ownership throughout the life of the dog, or until the termination of this contract.

d. Each party also agrees to defend and hold harmless the other party in the event of any lawsuit brought because of the actions of the dog while in the sole possession of that party.

e. The Buyer is to keep the Breeder apprised of the Buyer’s current address, and any change of address must be reported in writing within 30 days of said change.

3. The Breeder agrees to exhibit the dog at AKC conformation shows at no charge to the Buyer until the dog has earned a championship.

a. The Breeders will be responsible for all entries and expenses for the shows the Breeders choose to enter.

b. The Buyer is solely responsible for all entries and expenses for shows which dog shows or competitions the Buyer enters.

4. The Seller warrants that the above-described dog is a purebred (breed of the dog) registrable with the AKC.

a. AKC Registration papers will be provided to the Buyer as of the date of the completed purchase, together with a true copy of its pedigree.

b. The documents will be forwarded to the Buyer once they are received by the Seller from the AKC.

c. The Buyer will be listed as the primary owner on the registration certificate/s at the discretion of the Seller.

d. The Buyer will not register the dog with any other registry without express written permission from the Seller.

5. The Seller warrants that the dog is in good health at the time the Buyer assumes possession.

a. A health record of all vaccinations and medications will be provided by the Seller.

b. The Buyer agrees to have the dog examined by a licensed veterinarian within two days of receipt of the dog (not including weekends and holidays).

i. If, as a result of the examination, the veterinarian determines that the dog is not in good health, then the Buyer should elect to keep the dog or return the Dog to the Seller for a new breeding bitch, or stud.

ii. Any vet bills are the sole responsibility of the Buyer, and no money will be reimbursed by the Seller.

iii. If the Buyer elects to return the dog, the Buyer should return the dog within four days of taking possession, including all documents with necessary signatures to the Seller.

iv. The Buyer should provide a written veterinarian’s certificate stating that the dog was in ill health when examined.

1. No refunds will be issued after the 4th day of purchase unless the Buyer and Seller mutually agree in writing to a specific date after the 4th day.

6. Should the Seller not have the gender,or quality stipulated in the Receipt & Holding Agreement signed by the Seller and Buyer, the Seller will refund the Buyer’s deposit in full.

7. The Seller has determined that the dog be a “show prospect.” The term should be understood to mean that no disqualifying faults as defined in the standard are evident at the time of sale and that no genetic disorders are immediately apparent.

a. In such a case, the Seller should provide the Buyer with an AKC Registration Certificate with full breeding rights.

b. The Buyer will be listed as the primary owner. One or more of the Breeders will be listed as a co-owner.

8. If the dog is a male, the Seller retained the right to use the dog as a stud on any female-owned, co-owned, or leased by the Seller.

a. With the understanding that no stud fee or other consideration will be paid to the Buyer by the Seller.

b. This provision should be limited to 4 litters each year that results in a minimum of two surviving puppies per litter.

9. If the dog is a female, the Seller retains the right to breed the dog first. The Seller is only entitled to one live litter. a.

A live litter will be defined as two surviving puppies.

b. The Seller must breed the dog before the dog turns three and a half years of age, or the Seller forfeits the right to use this dog for breeding.

i. The Seller will own the litter in its entirety, and the Buyer will sign an AKC lease agreement before breeding to last through the weaning of the litter.

ii. The dog will remain in possession of the Seller after breeding and until the litter is weaned.

1. Once the litter is weaned, the dog will be returned to the Buyer.

2. The Seller is responsible for all the costs associated with the litter and care of the dog while in their possession.

10. The Seller/Breeders are not entitled to any proceeds received or responsible for any expenses incurred for any breeding of the dog arranged by the Buyer.

11. The Buyer agrees not to breed the dog until the following conditions have been met.

a. The Buyer is solely responsible for the cost of health screenings listed below.

i. The dog is at least 18 months of age.

ii. The dog has earned an AKC title in conformation or obedience competitions, or the Buyer has received express written permission from the Seller waiving this permission.

iii. If the dog is over two years of age at the time of breeding, the dog has received a hip certificate of good or better from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).

1. If the dog is at least 18 months of age but less than two years old at the time of breeding, OFA preliminary findings of good or better are acceptable, provided the X-rays were not taken before the dog reaches 18 months of age.

iv. If the dog is female, the dog may not be bred by the Buyer until the Seller has used the dog for breeding purposes, as stated in provision 9 of this document.

12. The Buyer understands that the health screening requirements above are the minimum amount of testing that must be completed before breeding the dog.

a. The Seller strongly encourages the Buyer to complete all health screenings recommended by the (club for the specific breed) before breeding the dog.

i. The Buyer is solely responsible for the cost of all health screenings.

13. The Buyer agrees to only breed the dog to males from the seller or females that are health tested and  that meet the following conditions

a. The male or female is at least 18 months of age.

b. The male or female is a purebred (same breed of the dog purchased) registered with the AKC 

c. The male or female is not registered with the Continental Kennel Club (CKC).

d. The male or female has received a hip certification of fair or better from OFA.

i. OFA preliminary findings of good or better are acceptable if the male or female is under two years of age at the time of breeding, provided the X-rays were not taken before the male or female reached 18 months of age.

e. The male or female has been tested and found negative for brucellosis before breeding.

14. The Buyer agrees that he/she will not sell this dog’s offspring to any agent, broker, commercial breeder, pet store, any establishment or business.

15. The Buyer agrees not to neuter or spay the dog without the written permission from the Seller.

16. The Buyer agrees that the dog will reside at the home of the Buyer, have access to a physically fenced yard, not be chained or tethered, and will be provided with proper housing, a good quality diet, annual shots, and exercise.

a. The Buyer also agrees that this dog will not be used for any business and will sleep inside the Buyer’s residence at night.

17. The Buyer agrees that if the Buyer is not able to care for the dog in any area of its life at any time, which includes proper housing, training, veterinary care, or the Buyer’s lifestyle changes, and the dog no longer has a place in it, then the dog and registration certificates with appropriate signatures are to be returned to the Seller at the Buyer’s expense for placement by the Seller.

a. No monetary compensation will be offered to the Buyer.

18. The Buyer agrees in naming this dog (AKC registered name), the Seller’s kennel name must appear in the prefix of the registered name (VomKC). If the dog has been previously registered, the Buyer agrees not to change the registered name.

19. The Buyer agrees to pay the seller all expenses, including court costs and attorney fees, in enforcing the terms and provisions of this contract.

20. Should the Buyer be unable or unwilling to fulfill any of the above provisions, the Buyer agrees to return the dog and registration certificates with appropriate signatures to the Seller at the Seller’s request.

a. Should the Buyer refuses to return the dog, the Buyer authorizes the Seller to pick up and remove the dog from the Buyer’s control.

21. The Seller neither makes or implies any warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, other than those written in this contract, including, without limitation, the warranty of merchantability and fitness.

22. This contract shall be governed under the laws of the State of (State of Seller, NY).

a. Any conflict of issues, either in equity or law, shall be adjudicated in the (State of the Seller, NY). The co-owner must provide the Breeder with a photocopy of his/her (State) Driver License and Social Security Number. The street address of residence and place of employment must also be provided. This is a legal and binding contract and (the name of the Seller) is sworn by laws of the United States court system of misuse of personal identity. Personal information will not be used for illegal activity at all but is used for the location of people who attempt to change places of residence in to the contract.

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For Guarding Homes 

 This program allows the Breeder’s breeding/stud dogs to be fostered by loving forever homes while still maintaining status as a breeding dog for a contracted number of litters. The Guardian seeks to provide a puppy with a loving forever home and also support the Breeder’s breeding needs through the Guardian Home Program. As such, Breeder agrees to deliver a puppy to Guardian and Guardian agrees to accept Guardian puppy and perform in accordance with this Contract. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows: 

Signing of Contract and prior to delivery of Guardian Dog, Guardian agrees to whelping 4-6 litters of pups (females) or 5 years of stud services (males) from the Guardian Home Dog. (This is contingent upon the health of the Guardian Dog.) Guardian Dog is the property of the Breeder until all terms of this Contract have been fulfilled. First breeding must be completed (unless other arrangements are made) within 2 years of signing, or Guardian Dog shall be returned to Breeder. Upon Satisfaction of this Contract, Breeder will spay/neuter the Guardian Dog and transfer ownership of Guardian Dog to Guardian after the contract has been fully satisfied. Likewise, any puppies born to a female dog or any semen from a male dog shall be the sole and separate property of the Breeder’s and the Guardians shall have no ownership or possession rights to any use of the semen.

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Breeder’s Responsibility

During the time the Guardians have possession of the Guardian Dog, the Breeder shall provide the Guardians: 1. Provide Guardian with a healthy puppy. 2. Dietary guidelines and instructions for health care of the dog, including worming and vaccination information, information on appropriate chew toys and other toys. 3. Have contact with Guardian and Guardian dog. This can be through home visits (arranged or surprise), Marco Polo and or Facetime. 4. Pay for neuter/spay at the completion of contract or when Breeder deems the dog to not be needed or in a physical position to continue breeding. 5. Help Guardian choose a veterinarian to provide medical care to the dog. 6. Training on recognizing when a female comes in heat and approximate dates when to expect this. 7. Support with training/dog care for Guardian Dog. 8. Information on what to expect and how to care for a pregnant female. 9. Pay for all veterinary expenses as related to breeding related costs. (Hip x-rays, genetic testing, etc.) 10. If the dog is female, Breeder will take possession of the dog at the appropriate time for breeding and the dog will remain with the Breeder for approximately one week, then would be returned to the Guardians for its gestation period (pregnancy). The Breeder will take possession of the female dog up to one week prior to her due date and she will remain with the Breeder until her puppies are whelped and weaned. (Up to 8 weeks.) 11. If the dog is male, Breeder may take possession of the dog for breeding at any given time, for multiple days at a time. (Most breeding's will be done by artificial insemination.) 12. Breeder will take the Guardian Dog back if for any reason the Guardian is no longer able to keep Guardian Dog until the end of the Contract. No monies will be exchanged in the event of Guardian returning Guardian Dog.

 

Guardian’s Responsibility

During the time the Guardians have possession of the dog the Guardian shall: 1. Agree to feed Guardian Dog  (PPP) Purina Pro Plan food products until the time this contract is complete. 2. Agree to vaccinate the Guardian dog in accordance with veterinary standards. (These costs will be covered by the Guardian.) These vaccinations include (for Guardian puppy): Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus and at 3 months of age, Rabies. Guardian Dog (adult): Bordetella and Parainfluenza and regionally-recommended vaccinations. In addition, heartworm, flea and tick prevention. 3. Agree to train the Guardian Dog to Breeder’s standards. Breeder’s standards include basic and intermediate obedience (must be Socialized) . While the Breeder will assist with some training, professional training will be paid for by the Guardian. 4. At all times keep the Guardian Dog under close supervision and maintain them under physical control at all times for the duration of this Contract. The Guardian is responsible for any damage or injury inflicted by the Guardian Dog while in Guardian’s possession. The Guardian waives all rights of and claims for contribution and indemnification from Breeder and, with respect to any liability for damage or injury by the Guardian Dog, agrees to pay and assume all such liability and damage and to forever fully indemnify Breeder. 5. In the event of an accident or injury, Guardian assumes responsibility for all necessary veterinarian or hospital charges. In the event of illness, Guardian assumes responsibility for all necessary veterinarian or hospital charges. Guardian assumes responsibility for all routine veterinary costs including heartworm/flea control, teeth cleaning and wellness exams. 6. Breeder may show, photograph and have access to Guardian Dog for genetic testing, veterinarian visits and breeding. Guardian agrees to provide Breeder with such access upon request. 7. All health records, information regarding lineage and any document pertaining to Guardian Dog will be available to both Breeder and Guardian. 8. Agrees to report all non-routine veterinary visits to Breeder and deliver veterinary reports by either email or regular mail to Breeder. Non-routine veterinary visits include all visits excluding vaccinations, teeth cleaning or wellness checks. 9. Shall communicate with Breeder each time Guardian Dog is in heat (female), beginning with the maiden heat and every heat thereafter for the duration of this Agreement. 10. Heat is defined as swelling of the vulva and the first day a spot of blood is noticed. Guardian must keep the Guardian Dog away from all in-tact male dogs while she is in heat to prevent accidental breeding (female). Guardian must keep Guardian dog away from all females in heat (other than females breeder is working with) to keep from unwanted mating (males). 11. Shall notify Breeder in advance of any changes of address or phone number so Breeder may maintain an accurate and current listing. If Guardian moves, they must get a consent in writing from Breeder. If not, Breeder has right to remove Guardian Dog from Guardian. If agreed in writing by Breeder, Guardian agrees to pay ALL travel expenses, hotel, gas or any other fees associated with transporting Guardian Dog to new home and for future breeding/puppy transport. 12. Safely confine Guardian Dog by using a traditional fence, restraining the dog by using a leash whenever outside of the Guardian’s home/yard, especially during the female dog’s heat cycle and at all times with a male. Notwithstanding the above, once the dog has been trained to respond to voice commands off leash, retrieving for exercise will be permitted. A female may not be left outside in the yard of a Guardian home, or any home, during her heat cycle (heats last for approximately 3 weeks, no more than 2 times a year). At this time a female may be left inside the home and away from all other dogs, or inside a secure crate or garage. 13. Provide adequate exercise for the dog on a daily basis. 14. Consult with Breeder at the first sign of illness or at the time of injury. 15. Deliver Guardian Dog to Breeder or meet Breeder upon request with 24 hour notice for breeding purposes, testing, etc. 16. Keep dog well-groomed at all times. The dog will need regular brushing to help keep coat from matting. Utilize a professional groomer experienced with ‘long coat’ grooming when needed every 6-8 weeks to keep the coat well maintained and healthy. Breeder will suggest grooming products. 17. Agrees to feed the dog/puppy (PPP) dog food/products and a partial raw food diet. Dogs can become sick and have health problems if they are not fed quality food. By nature dogs are carnivores and would eat raw meat/food they would scavenge in the wilderness. The ultimate diet would be 100% raw. However, that can be extremely expensive. We have researched many dog food brands and have concluded that PPP dog food is a good, nutritious option. You will need to sign up for Purina Pro Plan through their website. Please check the website for raw options as well. Miscellaneous Removal of Guardian Dog - Breeders may remove Guardian Dog from the possession of Guardian for non-compliance of terms of this agreement, at which time the Contract shall terminate. Breeder agrees to consult with Guardian before permanently removing the dog from Guardian’s possession unless, in the judgement of the Breeder, the dog must be immediately removed from the possession of Guardian in order to protect the health, welfare and safety of the dog. If the dog does not need to be immediately removed from the Guardian’s possession, Breeder shall give Guardian a reasonable amount of time to comply with Breeder’s requirements for maintaining the health, welfare or safety of the dog before permanently removing the dog. Breeder may immediately remove a stud dog from the Guardian home should the Guardians hire out the stud or sell his semen without specific written permission from Breeder. If this were to occur, the Guardian would also pay the Breeder $1,500.00 the value of said stud service or semen. Death of Guardian Dog, Breeder’s Possession - Should the dog die from natural or accidental causes, that are not considered negligence (non-compliance of using a leash or not keeping the yard fence in good repair and gate closed) this Contract shall terminate upon the happening of such occurrence and neither party shall have any further obligation to the other party. However, should a female dog die during whelping (delivery of puppies) Breeder shall give to Guardian, at no cost to Guardian, a spayed or neutered puppy born of the litter that caused the death of the female dog, if any puppies are born alive and survive for eight weeks. Death of Guardian Dog, Guardian’s Possession - Should the dog die from natural or accidental causes, that are not considered negligence (non-compliance of using a leash or not keeping the yard fence in good repair and gate closed) this Contract shall terminate upon the happening of such occurrence and neither party shall have any further obligation to the other party. Transfer of Ownership - When Breeder, in the sole and absolute discretion of Breeder, determines that the Guardian Dog shall no longer be used for breeding purposes, Breeder shall have the dog spayed/neutered and shall transfer ownership of the dog to Guardian. Breeder will pay all costs associated with the spay/neuter in lieu of any payment for the dog up front or at transference of ownership. Return of Guardian Dog - During the term of this Contract, Guardian may permanently return the Guardian dog to Breeder for any reason, at which time this Contract shall terminate. Accidental Breeding - Any accidental breeding must be reported to Breeder within 24 hours. Guardian acknowledges that Breeder operates a business, and any accidental breeding will cause significant harm to Breeder’s business and possibly the Guardian Dog. Guardian agrees to pay Breeder in liquidated damages and not a penalty, a fee of $5,000.00 for any failure to report an accidental breeding within 24 hours. This fee is a genuine estimate of damages that may be incurred by Breeder for not having an opportunity to take action after accidental breeding. The fee is reasonable in light of the harm that will be caused by the accidental breeding, the difficulty of proving the extent of monetary loss, and the inconvenience of otherwise obtaining an adequate remedy at law. (There will be no aborting of litters unless proven to be life threatening to female.) All puppies from any accidental breeding are the Property of Breeder and will be placed in homes by Breeder. Any accidental breeding does not constitute a Contracted Litter and the Guardian will not be compensated; however, puppies from an accidental breeding must be cared for with the same diligence and respect as puppies from contracted litters in accordance with the terms of this Contract. Immediate Payment to Breeders - If, prior to transfer of ownership from Breeders to Guardians, the following occurrences happen, the Guardians agree to pay Breeder the sum of $15,000.00: 1-Guardian, independently and without the expressed written consent of Breeder, has the dog spayed or neutered. 2-Guardian intentionally causes injury to the dog that prevents the dog from breeding or intentionally or out of negligence causes death of the dog. 3-Guardian absconds with the dog, fails to advise Breeder of any change in Guardian’s address, or ceases communication with Breeder. Non-Transferable - This Contract shall not be transferred to another Breeder or Guardian in whole or in part without prior agreement. Image Rights: Any pictures taken by the Breeder are of a professional quality and shall not be altered by the Buyer. Buyer also does not have permission to use these photos to sell to a third party. However, any pictures the Breeder posts on Instagram or Facebook of the Buyers puppy may be copied by the Buyer and posted to their own social media accounts to share with family and friends (only). Any images shared by the Buyer through email, text or social media will be available for Breeder to copy and share on A Puppy Crush social media accounts. Breeder will tag Buyer in any posted images.