Cat Adoption Agreement and Finalization Form

Adoption Agreement and Finalization Form

Infinite Woofs Animal Rescue Society (IWARS), an Alberta not for profit organization, and the undersigned (the “Adopter” or “you”), in consideration of the mutual promises in this Agreement and other good and valuable consideration, intending to be legally bound by this Agreement, agree to the following:

I (the Adopter) agree to adopt this Animal and IWARS or its representative agrees to allow the Adopter to adopt the animal described below. Dogs, Cats or Rabbits have been spayed or neutered. Dogs or Cats are up-to-date on their vaccines and all dogs, all cats and rabbits spayed/neutered after April 21, 2017 are microchipped. The Adopter agrees to pay the adoption fee in full at the time of adoption. If there are any medical conditions or treatments that must be completed once this animal is adopted, the Adopter agrees to do so at their expense.

Email address *

This Contract was made as of *

Month Day Year

in the province of Alberta, and the city/town of *

Name of Animal *

Please provide the animal name (not your name)

Species *

Microchip Number *

Color/Markings/Breed/Mix *

Sex *

Male Female

Approximate Age *

Known Conditions *

The adoption fee is $ *

1. ADOPTION FEE: The adoption fee is not refundable and is only refundable at the sole discretion of IWARS within 7 days of adoption and is subject to a handling fee if applicable. If a refund is granted, it will be made by cheque and mailed, please allow processing time. *

I agree

2. ROUTINE CARE: The Adopter agrees to take the Animal to a veterinarian for regular examinations, and vaccinations as your vet determines and to procure immediate veterinary care, at your own expense should the Animal become ill or injured. You understand that IWARS makes a reasonable attempt to ensure that only healthy animals are adopted but this cannot be 100% guaranteed, unless otherwise stated in this agreement. You will not hold IWARS responsible for any future illness of this animal. *

I agree

3. COSMETIC PROCEDURES: The Adopter will not have any cosmetic or unnecessary surgical procedure done on this Animal such as declawing, tendonectomy, ear-cropping, tail-docking, vocal chord removal under any circumstance. *

I agree

4. CARE OF THE PET: The Adopter agrees to provide the pet with fresh water, appropriate food, attention, adequate exercise and shelter. You will provide this Animal with humane treatment and care, ensuring their psychological and social needs are being met. You will not leave the Animal chained, cooped, and/or otherwise confined for extended periods of time. You agree never to use the Pet for fighting or any other "sport" in which one animal is pitted against another, never to beat or taunt the animal in order to promote aggressive characteristics, will not use a shock, choke or prong collar and never sell the Animal to be used for medical or experimental purposes. You agree that you will review the care/welcoming your new pet information forms that may be included in your pets adoption envelope where applicable. *

I agree

5. TRANSFER; EUTHENASIA: The Adopter agrees not to abandon, give away, sell, or dispose of this animal in any way. If for any reason that you feel you cannot keep the Animal, you will contact IWARS and they will have the first right of refusal to accept the Animal back into its care and you will not be charged a surrender fee. You agree that you may not euthanize the Animal except in the case of terminal illness or injury on the advice of a veterinary doctor, and in that case a licensed veterinarian must perform the euthanasia. *

I agree

6. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: The Adopter agrees to licence the Animal in compliance with the laws and ordinances in force in the municipality in which you reside. *

I agree

7. ABANDONED/LOST PET; MICROCHIP REGISTRATION: The Adopter agrees to make a serious effort to find the Animal if it becomes lost. You will update this Animal's microchip information (as applicable) and keep it up to date as your contact information changes. IWARS is the emergency back up should it become lost and you cannot be contacted. We will attempt to contact you, however if that is not possible, we will rehome the Animal after the required holding time. The Adopter acknowledges that it is a criminal offence to abandon an animal and that IWARS will work with and provide all information in its possession in this criminal offence to the proper authorities for charges to be laid. *

I agree

8. NO REPRESENTATIONS: The Adopter agrees that we are making no representations or warranties about the condition, personality, exact age or temperament of the Animal. You agree to release us of all liability once the Animal is in your possession. *

I agree

9. BREACH OF AGREEMENT: In the event that the Adopter does not comply with the terms of this Agreement, or the Animal is abused or neglected, one of our remedies will be to recover the Animal from you upon demand. In addition, without waiving any of our rights under this Agreement, if you do not surrender the Animal to us, you will be obligated to pay all costs associated with the recovery of the animal. You understand if abuse or neglect of the Animal is suspected that IWARS will forward any and all information regarding your application(s) and veterinary records for this animal and will assist the authorities with their investigation. *

I agree

10. NO LIABILITY: IWARS is not liable for any claims, legal actions, losses, injuries, damages, costs, expenses, or liabilities whatsoever in connection with your adoption or ownership of the Pet. In addition, the Adopter agrees to release, indemnify and covenant to hold harmless the Society, its officers, members, agents and representatives from any claims, damages, injuries, costs or actions incurred as a result of this adoption or caused by the actions of the adopted animal. *

I agree

11. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; MODIFICATIONS; BINDING EFFECT: This Agreement is the entire agreement between the Adopter and IWARS, and supersedes any prior understandings with the respect to the subject matter of this Agreement. No modifications of this Agreement will be valid unless in writing duly signed by both parties. A copy of this agreement is available in your adoption envelope or online. *

I agree

Adopter *

Address *

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

City Province

Postal Code

Cell Phone *

Area Code Phone Number

Home Phone *

Area Code Phone Number

IWARS Rep or Store Staff Name (& Petstore # if applicable) *

Adoption Fee Paid by *

Cash E-Transfer Cheque

If you have ANY concerns about your pet in the first week after adoption, please contact the rescue at the email or number below. If you cannot keep your animal, contact the rescue, please do not post on social media or kijiji. We do not charge a surrender fee and can ensure the microchip is transferred out of your name and to the new owner.

IWARS Contacts:
dogs.iwar@gmail.com
cats.iwar@gmail.com
smallanimals.iwar@gmail.com

General Inquiries: 587-987-4340