Adoption Contract

Golden Retriever Information: 

Name:    _______________________________                          HGRR ID Number:_______________________

Microchip Number:______________________                           Approx.  Age:___________________________

Date of Birth:__________________________                             AKC# (if registered)______________________

Name of Applicant/Co-Applicant________________________________ 

Date:______________________________________

This Agreement entered into this date by and between Heartland Golden Retriever Rescue, Tennessee, hereinafter HGRR, and the applicant and co-applicant (if appropriate) (hereinafter “the Adopter”) identified in the application thereby made a part of this contract , for the adoption of the above identified Golden Retriever dog on the following terms and conditions:

1.        The adopter agrees to pay HGRR an adoption fee of $____________and a transportation fee of $_________.The adoption fee is refundable, less the application fee, within fourteen (14)  days provided that the adopter personally returns the living dog to GFRR and  releases HGRR from any further liability.  The transportation fee is not refundable.

2.       The adopter agrees to provide the dog with a good and safe home and proper care and attention.  The dog is not to ride loose in the back of pick-up trucks, is not to be chained, or to be contained by hidden fences.  The dog is not to be a purely outside pet.  When the dog is outdoors, it shall be provided protection from the elements by a dry, insulated, draft-free house.  It is further agreed the dog shall be provided with shade from the sun and adequate food and water. 

3.       The adopter agrees this dog will be examined by a licensed veterinarian at least once each year and will receive adequate vaccinations and treatments to ensure good health.  The adopter understands that HGRR recommends that this dog be taken to the adopter’s regular veterinarian within three (3) working days from the date of adoption.

4.       In the event HGRR discovers the inhumane treatment of this dog, it is agreed HGRR has the right to immediately take possession of dog upon written notice to the adopter at the residence of the dog.  It is understood and accepted by the adopter that home visits may be conducted by a person representing HGRR, to check on the welfare of the above named dog.

5.       HGRR makes no warranties or statements regarding the dog’s breed, lineage, history, health, or temperament.  It is agreed and understood by the adopter that while every effort is made to provide accurate history and assessment of a dog, HGRR does not warrant a dog regarding medical status or behavior or disposition.  It is further agreed that environmental changes may effect and change the temperament of the above named dog and that HGRR has no liability or responsibility of any nature regarding later defects with the dog, or injuries or damage to any person or property which may be caused by the dog.  The adopter agrees to indemnify and hold harmless HGRR and its members or representatives against any and all claims for any injury or property damage to the adopter or anyone else.

6.       In the event it is determined by either a HGRR representative or the adopter that the dog should not remain with the adopter, it is agreed the dog shall be returned to HGRR (or its appointed agent) by the adopter.  No refund will be given after the initial fourteen (14) days.  The dog may not at any time be transferred to another owner, given away, loaned, sold, exchanged, or placed for hire without the express written consent of HGRR.  If euthanasia becomes necessary, it is agreed this will be performed by a licensed veterinarian, and that the dog will not be turned over to a Humane Society or Animal Shelter for this service.  HGRR is available for consultation, advice and assistance in this and all other areas pertaining to the health, training, compatibility, etc., of the adopted dog.

7.       The adopter agrees to no violate any laws or ordinances with the dog.

8.       It is agreed and understood by the adopter and HGRR that this written agreement sets forth all promises, agreements, conditions, and understandings between them, oral or written, and that both parties have fully read and understand all of the agreement.

9.       The agreements shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the adopter and HGRR and their successors or beneficiaries.

10.     In the event this contract, including all its covenants and conditions are breached by the adopter, it is agreed the adopter will pay $500.00 as damages.  This amount is the best estimate by HGRR as to the costs of a breach of contract by adopter.  Payment of these damages shall not excess the adopter from returning the dog to HGRR and does not include court costs or attorney’s fees as set forth.

11.     In the event of the employment of an attorney by HGRR on account of any violation of this agreement, it is agreed the adopter shall pay HGRR’s attorney’s fees and court costs.  This contract shall be construed by Tennessee law, and any action arising out of or in any way related to this contract shall be brought either in the state courts located in Knox County, Tennessee, or in federal court located in the Eastern District of Tennessee, Northern Division, the parties expressly agreeing to the venue and jurisdiction of such courts.

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the adopter has set his/her signature on this date first above written:

Adopter/Applicant                                                                                                Co-Adopter/Co-Applicant (if appropriate)

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