CANINE ADOPTION CONTRACT
Part 1. A. I understand a new environment is stressful for your pet, and they may exhibit uncharacteristic behavior and could take up to 3 months to settle in .
B. I understand that adopted pet may or may not have any training prior to adoption and is my responsibility to do so .
C. I understand the rescue recommends kennel usage for pets comfort while adjusting and safety from possible chewing while I am not with pet . And kennel training helps avoid potty accidents and makes house training easier .
Part 2. 1. I understand and agree that JSBAR cannot guarantee the health, temperament, behavior, survivability or training of any animal. I understand and acknowledge that animals may behave in ways that are not always predictable and that JSBAR has made no warranties of the future condition, temperament or conduct of this dog. I accept this dog “as is”- assuming all risks and responsibilities that accompany pet ownership, including scratching and biting. I understand that I am adopting a rescued pet which may have health issues that JSBAR is unaware of and I accept all responsibility including medical bills after adoption.
2. The above described animal is being adopted by me solely as a pet for myself and/or my immediate family.
3. I agree that the dog will be kept only as an indoor, domesticated house pet. This means that dogs will be kept indoors except for periods of exercise in a fenced-in yard or on a leash.NO LIVING ON A CHAIN !
4. I agree to take the adopted dog to a veterinarian within the next 30 days (7 days for puppies under 6 months of age) for a general check up, at my expense. I will keep my adopted dog current on all required and recommended vaccinations. I agree that if dog is not spayed/neutered i will do so when age appropriate. I agree to take my dog to a veterinarian for annual visits and to provide veterinary care when my dog becomes sick. I understand that yearly costs of pet ownership may exceed $600 per year. As the adopter, I am responsible for all veterinary costs. I understand and agree that JSBAR is not responsible for any veterinarian bills that may be incurred in the future. I agree to assume all financial responsibilities and costs associated with the physical and emotional health and well-being of the dog for the remainder of the dog’s lifespan.
5. I have never been subject to legal action for cruelty to or neglect of animals. I have never owned an animal which has been confiscated by any animal control or humane organization for violations of state or local animal control regulations or animal adoption agreements.
6. If for any reason I am unable to keep the dog I agree to give JSBAR reasonable time to find available cage space and understand that this may take weeks. I agree not to abandon, give away, sell, transfer or dispose of this dog in any way. I agree that I may never surrender the dog to another shelter or rescue. I agree I may not euthanize the dog except in the case of severe behavior issues, terminal illness, injury, or old age accompanied by pain and suffering. Should the aforementioned conditions be met, I understand and agree that the euthanasia must be performed by a veterinarian in a private clinic or hospital.
7. I understand and agree that JSBAR retains the right to perform home checks at its discretion, and shall have the right of immediate possession of the animal ifthe animal is receiving inadequate care or is being improperly housed or handled.
8. I understand that there will be NO REFUNDS OF ADOPTION FEE.
9. I agree to license the dog in compliance with the laws and ordinances enforced in the municipality in which I reside.(rabies vaccination)
10. I acknowledge that I have received a copyof JSBAR Animal Adoption Contract Terms.
I hereby accept possession of, title to , and responsibility or the animal identified above and hereby release JSBAR forever from liability for any injury or damages to any person or property caused in the future by said animal, and from any causes of action, claims, suits or demands whatsoever that may arise as a result of such injury or damages.