General Waiver
Freedom Dog Training & Boarding will endeavor to create as safe as environment as possible for the training, boarding, care, custody and control of the dog(s) identified in forms, contracts or other means (hereinafter the “Dog”), and will offer only sound, safe and responsible training, care, and post-training instructions. Owner agrees that any animal may exhibit unpredictable behaviors and that Freedom Dog Training & Boarding will not be liable for the actions of the Dog that are outside the control of Freedom Dog Training & Boarding. Owner agrees that the recommendation of Freedom Dog Training & Boarding of any product or service is not a guarantee of performance of Owner’s satisfaction with that product or service.
Owner acknowledges and agrees that owning any animal, including the Dog, has inherent risks, including but not limited to the risk of dog bites to Owner, people or animals. Owner is responsible for the cost of any veterinary care and insurance deductible required during the time the Dog is engaged in the program. Owner is also responsible for the cost of any veterinary care that may be required subsequent to the boot camp program for injuries or ailments that may have occurred during boarding, a board and train program, day camp, day training or any other program where the dog is in our care.
Owner fully understands the tools and techniques that are sued to train and modify the behavior of their Dog and agrees to the tools and techniques which include, but are not limited to, the following: flat collars, martingale collars, slip collars, head collars, haltis, transitional leads, prong collars, bark collars, remote training collars, bonkers, muzzles, slip lead, dominant dog collar, long lines, mats, crates, treadmills, agility equipment, pet convincer, squirt bottles, remote treat dispenser, treats, your dog’s regular food, our dogs (and Romeo, the dog training cat!), toys, etc. Owner will follow all instructions for equipment and will not leave equipment on Dog while unattended or overnight. Owner agrees that, although the trainers will provide instruction and depending on which service is being used provide equipment for the training of Dog, owners is responsible for maintaining control of Dog and is responsible for the successful training, control and conduct of Dog at all times.
Owner understands that their dog entering a social setting with other dogs means that spats and small injuries, although rare, do happen from time to time. Freedom Dog Training & Boarding does everything in their power to reduce the risk of and prevent injury, but sometimes dogs do receive injury and some of those may require veterinary attention. This is an inherent risk in dog socialization. Owners is clear about these risks and understand that Freedom Dog Training & Boarding does everything in their power to prevent any and ideally all incidents with a high degree of care, and that we provide immediate vet attention when needed. This is all at the risk and cost of the owner.
Owner understands that by enrolling their dog in a dog training program where they will be around other dogs and training in public areas increases the risks of exposing their dog to germs and other normally contagious illnesses. Freedom Dog Training & Boarding takes cleanliness seriously, but just like human daycares and playgrounds, eliminating 100% of the chance of things like kennel cough are impossible. As a result, Freedom Dog Training & Boarding asks the client to take responsibility of all illnesses that may be contracted. Owner also understands that during the course of daily training there is a higher level of activity for their dog which may result in weight loss or less typical wear to their dog’s feet (i.e. rough paw pads or broken nails, etc.). Freedom Dog Training & Boarding will monitor these issues closely but will not be responsible for any expenses associated with treatment for these conditions.
This Service Agreement covers the relationship between Owner and Freedom Dog Training & Boarding each time owner receives services from Freedom Dog Training & Boarding. Owner affirms the terms of this Service Agreement and the truthfulness and accuracy of all statements Owner has made regarding Owner and Dog/s. You (the Dog Owner) acknowledge and understand that there are certain risks involved in dog training, boarding and care. You hereby release and agree to hold Freedom Dog Training & Boarding, its owners employees, family, guests, visitors, associates and agents harmless from any and all manner of injuries or death, damages, claims losses, liabilities, costs or expenses, causes of action or suits, whatsoever in law or equity (including, without limitation, attorney’s fees and related costs) arising out of or related to any services provided by Freedom Dog Training & Boarding, its owners, employees, associates, or agents, even under terms and situations of gross neglect.
Services will not be provided by Freedom Dog Training & Boarding without your complete agreement with the Service Agreement. Your signature conveys you understand and agree to all content and conditions specified within the Service Agreement. Terms and conditions of this Service Agreement may not be changed or updated. You are solely responsible for any expenses attributed to your Dog’s destructive or aggressive behavior. Further, by entering into this agreement, you agree to indemnify, defend, protect and hold Freedom Dog Training & Boarding, its owners, employees, associates and agents harmless from and against any and all damages, claims, losses, costs, liabilities or expenses (including, but not limited to, injuries to any person/animal or destruction of any property) arising out of your dog’s behavior, regardless of whether or not your dog has exhibited such behavior in the past or the actions or inactions of Freedom Dog Training & Boarding, its owners, employees, associates or agents.
If Dog is aggressive, Freedom Dog Training & Boarding will determine if a muzzle will be necessary for training and if decided to use a muzzle, Owner agrees to provide the muzzle, use in training and are responsible for avoiding potentially problematic situations. As a force majeure, in case of (1) unforeseeable event, (2) outside of the parties’ control, that (3) renders performance impossible or impractical, Freedom Dog Training & Boarding will do our best to continue training your dog. This may mean moving to virtual video training sessions.
Service Dog Waiver: Not every dog has what it takes to be a service dog. During our Service Dog Training Program, we will train your dog and evaluate your dog for service dog workability. Enrolling in this program does not automatically elevate your dog to a service dog or service dog in training status. Your dog must be free of any behavior issues that would prevent your dog from being your service dog (fear, aggression, reactivity, etc…). Your dog must be rock sold around people, dogs, and distractions. Service dog are not behavioral project dogs. If your dog does have behavior issues, we will spend our time addressing those, not on service dog work.
Grooming: Your dog must have a short “kennel cut” while with us. Your dog is here for training, and when we do spend some time grooming, that is less time spent training, either your dog will need more time with us, or will learn less. If we need to groom your dog, there will be a minimum of $100 fee added each time.
You authorize Freedom Dog Training & Boarding to conduct this training and to take your dog to specific places as required. A $500 non-refundable deposit is due to reserve your spot for a board and train program and the remainder is due when you drop your dog off. If you do not pick your dog up on their go home date, their board and train will continue at $75/day. There are no refunds for board and train funds.