PURCHASE AGREEMENT

This is a contract for the sale of quality purebred AKC Giant Schnauzer. This document concerns a live animal and is executed with prejudice in favor of that animal's well being by the undersigned. This is a contract only and shall not be used for, nor construed to be an application for registration of that animal.

This agreement is between Erin Calderhead of Calderhead’s Giant Schnauzers (breeder/seller) and 

 

AGREEMENT DETAILS:
*The buyer agrees to pick up said puppy by 10 weeks of age. This is due to the bonding period of giant schnauzer puppies. If a puppy needs to be held past 10 weeks there will be a $10 day boarding fee. If puppy remains past 12 weeks, buyer will be responsible for the fees associated with Calderhead's Giant Schnauzers taking the puppy to their 12 week vet visit and second set of shots.

Once buyer picks up their puppy, they agree to take the puppy to the veterinarian of their choice at their own expense within 4 days after acquiring the puppy from the breeder. If satisfied with the veterinarian's report, buyer agrees to retain possession and thereafter hold the breeder harmless and NOT liable for any further medical condition of said animal. 

Under NO circumstances are our dogs to be resold!

IF NOT SATISFIED the animal is to be returned to the breeder at the buyer's expense within (5) days of the examination. Record of this visit is to be emailed or text to Calderhead's Giant Schnauzers within 7 days of obtaining the said puppy or contract becomes void.

*Annual veterinarian visits for the upkeep and care of said dog with Regular deworming, heartworm prevention and either vaccinations or titer testing are required to uphold this health guarantee.

• The breeder does not guarantee any health related issues or loss of life due to reactions caused by vaccinations or flea and tick preparations administered either orally or on the skin. Seizures are the main symptom of these treatments. 
  (Most vets will label seizures as idiopathic hereditary when they don't know the cause and they refuse to admit that vaccines,flea/heart worm or tick medicines can cause seizures) which is why we require 2nd opinion.
• We HIGHLY recommend all natural flea and tick remedies. 
• We do not recomend LEPTO vaccine. Schnauzers tend to have allergic reactions to it. This vaccine side effects could be deadly and outweigh the benefits. Check with your vet and do research for your area.

Recommendations: It is recommended that vaccines be given no closer than 3 weeks apart and that Rabies Vaccine NOT be given at the same time as any other vaccine. We highly recommend titer testing before vaccinations are given.

• The breeder has taken every reasonable precaution to ensure the physical soundness and temperament of the animal, including that its sire and dam have no known hereditary defects.
  Calderhead’s Rosey May is an HUU carrier but was bred to a clear stud so her offspring will not have HUU symptoms.
• Buyer understands that Breeder has instructed Buyer not to take the puppy to public places (including parks, neighbors, Petsmart, groomers, puppy classes, etc.) until the puppy has received his/her final puppy inoculations which is 12 to 16 weeks of age. The Buyer must protect the puppy and avoid contact with areas where infected or un-vaccinated dogs may have been or may be present with diseases such as PARVO, DISTEMPER, ETC. This requirement is to protect the puppy and this could save the puppy’s life. Any illness contracted from Buyer’s decision not to follow these guidelines will void this contract. Buyer has the right to communicate with the Breeders Veterinarian at anytime and vice versa.

* If a puppy has serious life threatening genetic defect that affects her/ his life as a PET (before 1 year of age) as determined by the breeder and two unbiased veterinarians, buyer has 2 choices:

1. Return the puppy with vet papers stating said health issues immediately in 24 -48 hours from the last vet office visit and get a full refund.
2. Keep the puppy, and the breeder will refund half of the paid price. In this case, the breeder WILL NOT TAKE ANY RESPONSIBILITY of any vet cost.

• If euthanasia is recommended by a veterinarian for ANY REASON, the breeder must be notied and A 2nd veterinary opinion obtained (by a veterinarian of the breeders choosing) PRIOR to the dog being put to sleep, OR THE REPLACEMENT POLICY WILL NOT APPLY. If the breeder gives permission for euthanasia, a euthanasia certicate, full veterinary report and a post mortem report will be required. The breeder will not be responsible for any veterinary bills relating to this dog after the date of sale.
• Breeder makes no warranty against Coccidiosis, Giardia, intestinal parasites, fleas, ear mites, toe cancer or non genetic illnesses. There is no guarantee as to the disposition, life span, color, show quality, or breeding quality of any puppy.
• In the event of the animal's death within the First year for unknown causes, the puppy will be taken to a veterinarian for a necropsy. If death is proven to be due to a genetic illness within 1 year of its birth, the dog will be replaced with another pup of equal value when available. All above claims will only be honored with written documentation from a licensed veterinarian.

We do everything we can to ensure a healthy lifetime companion for you. Parents are health tested with Embark against over 200 diseases/conditions. We only breed healthy vet checked dogs. 

THE BREEDER HAS THE RIGHT TO CANCEL THIS CONTRACT AND REFUND THE DEPOSIT IF THEY FEEL IT IS IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE PUPPY.

If you change your mind about getting a puppy after a Deposit is made, it can be transferred to another litter otherwise it is non refundable 

• The buyer agrees to never sell or give this dog to anyone, without prior permission of the breeder. The breeder retains FIRST right of refusal should the buyer no longer wish to keep this dog. If this puppy/dog no longer fits into your life you are required to notify Calderhead’s Giant Schnauzers immediately ,the A.K.C. papers that are registered to the owner must be signed back to the breeder and we will place the puppy in a forever home, or a temporary home until an appropriate forever home can be found. Of course, if you have a suitable home selected we will allow that, but we want to be informed that all precautions are in place to ensure that the home is suitable, not just convenient. Puppies/dogs rehomed will be on a strict Limited Pet Only Agreement (if dog was originally purchased with full breed rights).

Under NO circumstances are our dogs to be resold or re homed without our prior knowledge. 

***We have a private Facebook group for families that have one of our puppies. We ask that everyone join the group that you have 24/7 access to us for any questions. You will be able to share pictures and see all our other puppies as well.

By signing below you agree to the terms listed above and that you are taking possession of said Giant Schnauzer puppy!

 

Limited Registration Agreement: 

• The buyer understands that this dog is sold on a NO BREEDING Agreement. 
• You have 2 options regarding AKC registration papers. 

1. Original Registry papers are held till proof of spay/neuter is provided by licensed Veterinarian.                                                   
2. We can register the puppy for you in your name with $38.50 registration fee included with your deposit & have originals already registered to you, ready when you pick up your puppy. 

• Spay/Neuter proof must be provided by 3 years of age! As for all Giant Schnauzer pups we strongly recommend , If being spayed/ neutered before 2 years of age, ovary sparing spay/ or vasectomy is highly recommended to allow for proper bone growth/development!  
   
• Buyer understands by signing this binding contract drawn up by Loux Investigations,  with Limited Registration offspring are not eligible for registration with ANY pet registry.
• The buyer states that this dog is being purchased as a pet and will not, under any circumstances allow it to be bred or use it for breeding purposes. If a breeding does occur, the buyer will forfeit ownership of the dog to Calderhead’s Giants or risk legal action! 
• Buyer agrees to register said puppy with prefix “Calderhead’s”.

Sign below ONLY if you are getting a PET quality (NO BREED RIGHTS) Puppy!

FULL Registration Agreement:

The buyer understands that said puppy is registered with FULL RIGHTS to either breed or show with AKC or other organizations.  

• Said puppy cannot be bred before 2 years of age and until DNA & OFA health testing is done. (Embark is recommended for DNA). 
• The breeder (Calderhead’s Giant Schnauzers) has full rights over breeding decisions (not financial) for the first year of breeding to make sure said dog is bred in the correct manner to ensure health and breed standard. 
• All breeding mates need to be health tested to ensure the Giant Schnauzer breed is protected.  
• Calderhead’s giants are black and are never to be bred to Salt/Pepper or Black/Silver as to preserve the bloodline.                              
• Buyer agrees to register said puppy with the prefix “Calderhead’s”
• There is no guarantee as to the disposition, life span, color, show placement, or breeding capability at maturity. 
  
  
• Breeding said dog without the knowledge and approval of Calderhead's Giants is a breach of this legal contract and will result in legal action. This is to protect the welfare of the dog. 

 Sign below ONLY if you are getting a Breed/Show Quality Puppy and have been pre-approved!