48 HOUR VET CHECK / ONE YEAR HEALTH GUARANTEE / PURCHASE AGREEMENT

Annie Lucky, Dogwood's Chihuahuas

The buyer understands that a baby puppy is very fragile, especially a teeny teacup Chihuahua.  Please do not let small children handle them without adult supervision, as being dropped, especially a Chihuahua with its large head, can give them a concussion and kill them. Please don't leave puppy unattended when you are gone from the house, put it in a kennel crate as its den and safety place. Until it has had all its booster shots you should not take it to go to the bathroon where other dogs have gone recently, nor let it play with or rub noses with strange dogs, or dogs that have not had their shots.  This is very important for it can be susceptible to whatever they may carry until it has had all its puppy shots. Loose stools or coccidia can be caused by this.

Young puppies can be prone to hypoglycemia, a condition of low blood sugar brought on by stress, over-handling or failure to eat a sufficent amount of good quality food. The puppy should continue eating food recommended by breeder and any changes in diet should be done very gradually by mixing foods together. I have been working to breed healthy dogs that do not have this defect, but under great stress it can still be possible.

Foods recommended are Royal Canin, Bil-Jac, and Purina Pro-Plan Puppy.  Puppies may become depressed when first taken away from their mother and littermates, they need to be monitered and encouraged to eat. Signs of hypoglycemia are grayish gums instead of pink, wobbly gait and in severe cases seizures. If this happens Karo syrup or honey rubbed on the puppy's gums can reverse the condition until it is seen by a vet. Problems arising from malnutrition, dehydration or hypoglycemia are not covered under the terms of this contract. It is the buyers responsibility to properly care for and observe the condition of the puppy. New owners promise that if for any reason a new puppy does not work out, puppy will be returned to the breeder,never to a pet store or animal shelter.

48 HOUR VET CHECK / HEALTHY PUPPY GUARANTEE

This puppy was healthy and well socialized at the time of shipment to the buyer. It was checked by my own vet as shown on the pet health certificate. If within 48 hours the puppy is found to be unhealhy by a licensed veterinarian and the vet will attest to this and describe the condition in writing to be sent to the seller's vet, the buyer has the option of returning puppy to the breeder. Buyer must contact breeder within 48 hours with his intent to return the puppy. Buyer must return the puppy in the same condition as was when purchased, within 10 business day. No cash refunds. The puppy must be returned with a letter of diagnosis from the sellers vet. Umbilical or inguinal hernias, under or overbites, loose patellas or open fonts are not an allowed reason for returning puppy. These may occasionally be found in tiny teacup pet quality puppies and do not cause them undue problems in later life. For show or breeder quality, if any of these are present I will discuss it with you before you decide on the puppy. Breeder is not responsible for any vet bills after the purchase date.

Breeder/seller is not responsible for any charges in returning or replacing a puppy. A Returned Dog for Replacement Form must be signed by the breeder and the buyer if the puppy is returned in person. If puppy is shipped a copy of the airway bill stating person sending and person receiving will serve as receipt of the return to both parties. If breeder/seller's vet confirms buyer's vets opinion and the puppy is returned in good condition a replacement puppy will be provided.

DEPOSITS

Buyer understands and agrees the deposit of $200 is to hold a puppy for you and goes toward the final purchase price, it is non-refundable, because seller will have reserved this little puppy especially for you and have turned down all other offers and the puppy will be all ready to go to its new forever home by 8 - 12 weeks of age. If it then has to wait for another owner because you have changed your mind, it will miss a crucial bonding perion in its life.

Please make sure you are ready for your new member of the family before you send your deposit and that all family members are agreed they want a puppy! A copy of this Health Guarantee/Purchase Agreement, signed by the buyer is to be sent at the time of the deposit. Final payment for the puppy, and shipping fee-if needed, must be sent to the breeder/seller 15 days before the puppy will be shipped. Payment by US Postal Money Orderis preferred. I have found this to be the safest and surest form of payment. Credit card numbers over the Internet can be subject to identity theft. If you must use a credit card I can accept PayPal for your convenience but there is a 3% service fee, which I must pass on to the buyer.

Breeder/seller will provide a complete health record of all shots and wormings up to date until time of shipment, a Vet Health Certificate, a 5 generation Pedigree and some food that the puppy is used to eating. Pet puppies will come with AKC Limited Registration. Show or Breeding Quality puppies will receive Full AKC Registration at the time of sale. This will be sent separate from the airline shipment so it will not be lost. A Show Prospect does not guarantee it to win in the ring as there are many important variables that effect showing ability such as training, feeding, and your handling in the ring.  Breeding quality does not guarantee that it will not have any problems with such, as unexpected things can happen in any pregnancy or stud service. But it does mean I am selling you the nicest, best quality- in conformation and personality, puppy or dog that I have. I cannot guarantee the final size or temperament of a new puppy as so much of this depends on the owner. Please use the recommended foods for low quality foods can destroy a great dog. It would be best to get some of each food mentioned and mix them all together, as so many foods are missing essential nutrients, even the expensive ones!

ONE YEAR GUARANTEE FOR CONGENITAL / GENETIC CONDITIONS RESULTING IN THE PUPPY'S DEATH

If puppy dies before reaching 12 months of age, due to congenital /genetic conditions documented by a licensed veterinarian- breeder/seller will provide a replacement puppy of equal value. AN AUTOPSY MUST BE PREFORMED to determine the exact cause of death at the buyers expense. Buyer's vet shall send the results in writing to the seller's vet. Buyer shall send a copy of the autopsy report to the breeder and an original death certificate must be provided to the breeder from the sellers vet.

To be eligible for this guarantee the puppy/dog must be given all vaccinations and checked for internal parasites every 3 months until one year of age with documentation on file at a licensed vet office. Dog is to be put on heartworm prevention by 4 months of age and a copy of this documentation provided to the breeder's vet upon request. If illness occurs -( don'tcall the breeder-they cannot diagnose over the phone )- dog is to receive immediate care from your vet and all prescribed treatment is to be followed.

The puppy/dog will NOT be replaced if it should die from conditions resulting from abuse, hypoglycemia, neglect, accident or improper feeding. If a puppy is not well cared for sometimes its illness will resemble a genetic once at first appearance. Example: if puppy is dropped and hits its head it may have a concussion that will cause it to look like it has epilpsy.This is why an autopsy is required.  Breeder/seller is to be notified within 48 hours of the death of puppy/dog. Breeder is not responsible for any vet bills to diagnose or treat the puppy/dog for any kind of condition after the purchase date.  All documentation contained within this contract will have to be provided before the buyer is placed on a list to receive a replacement puppy. This may take up to 24 months as breeder only as few litters a year, and many are spoken for before birth or may not be the right sex or color as the puppy to be replaced.

No cash refunds: replacement only. Breeder/seller is not responsible for shipping or other charges incured to replace a puppy/dog. No other provisions, aside from those detailed herein, will be made after the purchase date. We have read the contract, understood the terms and acknowledge the receipt of a copy of the contract. Buyer understands and agrees that non-compliance of any or all of the terms of this health guarantee/purchase agreement will void guarantee.

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