Grunenfeld German Shepherds

15495 Olde Hwy 80, El Cajon, Ca. 92021 USA

Phone: 619-443-0727

Email: Grunenfeld@gmail.com

I ____________________________________, the Buyer(s) agree to purchase the German Shepherd Dog _______Male, or _______Female color_____________, born ______________, to be named S____________________________ vom Grunenfeld, AKC number ________________, from the sire: ___________________________________________ registration number _______________,and the dam: ________________________________ registration number ________________, for the purchase price of $_________, which does not include shipping related fees, plus any considerations listed under "Additional Conditions". A non-refundable holding deposit of $500.00 shall hold this dog until 8 weeks of age, or for 10 days, which ever is later. This deposit shall be credited towards the purchase price of this dog in the event this sale is completed. All monies must be paid in full to the Seller before the release of this dog using cash, money order (payable to Jackie Athon) or Western Union money wire. In the unlikely event this dog becomes unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances by twelve weeks of age on puppies, or within two weeks time on dogs over 12 weeks of age, the holding deposit will be moved to the next available dog of similar age, sex, color, quality and price. The Buyer will be responsible for shipping, Veterinary, legal fees, or other reasonable expenses incurred to complete this agreement. This agreement shall be considered as being entered into in the city of El Cajon, county of San Diego, California, USA.  

The seller reserves the right of first refusal in the event this Buyer does not choose to keep this dog in the future. The buyer must have a ‘Well Puppy” veterinary check done within 72 hours of receipt of the puppy.  

This dog is in good health and is free of contagious disease to the best of the Seller's knowledge at the time of release. The Seller guarantees this dog against the development of a contagious disease for one week after the release of this dog. If this dog develops a contagious disease with in one week of it's release the Buyer shall choose one of the two following actions:  

1)       The Buyer may return the dog to the seller with a written statement from a licensed Veterinarian stating which disease the dog has. The Seller will then treat this dog, with the assistance/advice of the Seller's Veterinarian at the Seller's expense. The Buyer shall have the option of a replacement dog, or may have this dog back when it has been verified as having recovered by a licensed Veterinarian; or

2)       The Buyer may have this dog treated at the Veterinarian of their choice, and the Seller will pay reasonable Veterinary fees to treat the contagious disease up to but not exceeding 50% of the purchase price of this dog (excluding shipping fees). The Buyer shall submit proof of such expenses to the Seller from the attending Veterinarian.  

This dog was treated for internal and/or external parasites prior to it's release, and has been vaccinated for life threatening diseases including Distemper, Adenovirius 2 (Hepatitis), Parainfluenza and Parvo, and if over 4 months of age also for Rabies. The Buyer should expect to continue the parasite control measures and the vaccination schedule as an ongoing necessity for the health of the dog.  

If this dog must be put to sleep, or dies, prior to twelve (12) months of age due to a congenital or inherited problem, the Buyer shall provide the Seller a written statement from the attending Veterinarian. This statement shall list the dog's full name, sex, Microchip or tattoo code, and the date and reason for the dog's death. The Seller will provide a replacement dog of similar age (at time of purchase), and quality free of charge to the Buyer with in twelve months of the death of the aforementioned dog. The Buyer is to pay only shipping related fees (if applicable) on the replacement dog. NO CASH REFUNDS.  

This dog is guaranteed against developing crippling hip dysplasia (moderate or severe), or elbow dysplasia (grade 2 or 3) until twelve (12) months of age. Diet, exercise and environment have been proven to effect the expression and severity of dysplasia, therefore the Buyer agrees to follow the Feeding and Care guidelines included with this dog. If this dog is twelve months of age or older at the time of sale, the Buyer has Seventy-two (72) hours after receipt of this dog to have it examined for health problems to their satisfaction by a licensed Veterinarian. Any attempt to dislocate the joint during palpation, or the use of the "PennHip" technique will void the hip guarantee. In the event crippling hip or elbow dysplasia is diagnosed in the period of guarantee, using only Orthopedic Foundations for Animals (OFA) accepted technique and correct positioning, the Buyer will immediately notify the Seller. The Buyer shall promptly provide the Seller with a copy of the radiograph used for diagnosis, and a letter from the attending Veterinarian, which will include the following information:  

1)       The full registered name of this dog.

2)       The date of the radiograph (x-ray).

3)       The name of the dog's owner.

4)       The name of the Veterinarian and Clinic that took the radiograph.

5)       The permanent ID code (tattoo or microchip) of the dog, and statement that the ID was checked at the time of the radiograph to verify the identity of this dog..

The Seller, and/or the Seller's Veterinarian will review the radiograph. In the event the Seller does not agree with the diagnosis of the Buyer's Veterinarian, the Seller will submit the radiograph to the OFA, at the Seller's expense. The opinion of the OFA shall prevail. If this dog has crippling (moderate to severe) dysplasia, and the claim is made as provided for in the terms of this agreement within the period of guarantee, the Seller shall provide a free replacement dog (Buyer to pay only shipping related fees) with in twelve (12) months of the date of claim. The Buyer of the original dog shall have it sexually sterilized, and shall provide a statement that this dog has not been used for breeding before a replacement dog will be provided. THE BUYER DOES NOT HAVE TO RETURN THE ORIGINAL DOG TO RECEIVE THE REPLACEMENT DOG.  

This dog is sold as a companion animal, and no guarantee is made as to its future performance or breeding ability. Registration papers (if applicable) for this dog will be provided as soon as possible by the Seller to the Buyer. Full AKC Registration is available at the buyer’s request after this dog passes hip and elbow x-rays at a minimum of 12 months of age verified by an Orthopedic Foundation For Animals Prelim report.  

The Buyer accepts full responsibility for this dog and it's actions, whether sold as a trained or untrained animal, and fully indemnifies the Seller from any cause or action related to this dog once it leaves the Seller's possession.  

Additional Conditions:  

Date of dog's release _________ Permanent ID code ____________ Date registration provided__________  

This represents the full agreement between the Buyer and the Seller. Buyer's signature below acknowledges they have read, understand, and agree to the terms of this agreement.  

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