I understand every effort will be made to achieve a successful outcome and to provide for all possible safety in hospital care and handling. hereby authorize Shoals Animal Hospital to receive, prescribe for, treat or preform surgery upon the pet(s) listed above. I also understand there is no in-house billing, Furthermore, I agree to pay all 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 cost in the event that collection becomes necessary. There is a $ 30.00 returned check fee. I understand that veterinary service is provided during nighttime hours as necessary in the judgement of the veterinarian in charge. Continuous presence of qualified personnel may not be provided.