I understand that every effort will be made to achieve a successful outcome and to provide for all possible safety in hospital care and handling. I hereby authorize the hospital to receive, prescribe for, treat or perform surgery upon the pet listed above. Furthermore, I agree to pay fees for all services rendered at the time the pet is discharged from the hospital or the service is otherwise terminated. I agree to pay for the reasonable costs of collection, attorney fees and court costs in the event that collection efforts become necessary. I agree that the venue of this action will be in the county where the hospital is located. I understand that attended veterinary care is not provided overnight. I am at least 18 years of age and legally liable for the decisions I make.