This agreement is between Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue and {adopter} (Adopter). The rescue is here to promote a healthy relationship between you and your Miri's Haven dog and we encourage you to reach out with any questions or concerns:
Primary Contact: Georgia Dodson, 240-464-1545, mirishaven@gmail.com
Secondary Contact: Jade Conner, mirishavenmedia@gmail.com
The adoption fee is $300 and is due within 24hrs of bringing adopted dog home. This fee is non-refundable. We accept: cash, check payable to Miri's Haven Senior Dog Rescue, or electronic payment (see payment options at linktr.ee/mirishaven). Fee is to be paid by {300Adoption}
Miri's Haven agrees to provided veterinary records within 1 (one) week of the adoption agreement being submitted. Electronic copies of records will be emailed to the email listed on this form:{emailWhere} Hard copies will be mailed to the listed address. If records are not received, please email us at MirisHaven@gmail.com
The parties hereto agree that the adopters shall abide by the following conditions:
1. The dog is being transferred to the adopter with the understanding that the adopter is taking possession of the dog to treat and to be responsible for the dog as their own dog.
2. I/we are 21 years of age or older.
3. I/we agree that Miri's Haven has sole discretion in determining what is healthy, humane, proper, appropriate, acceptable, reasonable, and what constitutes neglect and/or abuse.
4. I/we understand that I/we are adopting this dog in "as is" condition, and I/we realize that this dog may need further training and/or treatment.
5. I/we will take the dog to a licensed veterinarian within 30 days of adoption for a general physical examination and any necessary vaccinations, deworming, medications, and/or medical treatment. I will update the contact information for the dog at freepetchipregistery.com
6. I/we will provide all required and/or necessary veterinary care by a licensed veterinarian, including but not limited to: annual wellness exams, rabies shots every one or three years as instructed; annual booster shots for DHLPPC; annual fecal checks for internal parasites (worms), annual heartworm tests, year-round heartworm preventative, and flea/tick preventative as recommended by a veterinarian.
7. I/we will provide immediate treatment by a licensed veterinarian for any illness and/or injury, and will follow all veterinarian instructions while under treatment, including but not limited to the proper administration of medication.
8. The dog will be treated as a family member with loving care and affection. I/we will do our best to ensure the dog's safety and well-being. I/we will provide a humane environment, including healthy, appropriate food to be fed daily in the morning and evening, or on a schedule agreed upon by
9. I/we will provide clean and fresh water at all times, clean bedding, appropriate toys, and safe, clean, dry, temperate shelter indoors. Diapers, belly bands, and other sanitary garments will be changed as needed to keep the dog clean and dry.
10. I/we will maintain sanitary and healthy grooming at all times
11. The dog will live inside my/our home only and will not be isolated from the family. I/we will safely exercise the dog on a leash or in a safe, securely-fenced area. I/we will never let the dog run loose or roam unless in a securely-fenced area and directly supervised at all times. I/we will not chain or otherwise tie-up the dog indoors. I/we will only tie-up the dog outdoors using a humane lead and collar or harness, for no more than 2 hours at a time. In temperatures above 80 degrees Fahrenheit or below 40 degrees Fahrenheit and/or when there is a weather advisory in effect, I/we will not leave the dog outdoors for more than 15 minutes at a time. I/we will never leave the dog outdoors in any situation for any amount of time without direct and appropriate supervision.
12. If the dog is taken to a public area, I/we will take appropriate caution with other animals and humans. Daily exercise will be provided consistent with the dog's age and condition.
13. I/we will never use a choke, prong, or other inhumane harness or collar. No electric or shock devices may be placed on the dog without Miri's Haven approval.
14.I/we may use an appropriately-sized, clean, humane crate or pen indoors for 4 hours or less, unless otherwise discussed with Miri's Haven; Miri's Haven deems such crating is not acceptable at all. I/we may use an acceptable crate or pen overnight, but only for the purpose of sleeping.
15. I/we will never have the dog attack-trained nor will I/we use the dog for any purpose other than companionship. I/we will never have the dog's ears cropped, have the dog's tail docked, or perform any kind of bodily alteration unless deemed medically necessary by a licensed veterinarian. I/we will never allow any physical, mental, or emotional neglect and/or abuse of the dog.
16. If a pool, hot tub, or similar item is currently or subsequently installed, I/we will notify and allow Miri's Haven to inspect for safety before the dog is allowed within 5 feet.
17. I/we affirm that no member of my household has ever been convicted of an animal welfare law violation including but not limited to: neglect, cruelty, and/or abandonment.
18. I/we will license the dog within 30 days of adoption and renew annually. I/we will attach the appropriate license tags, rabies tag, and personal identification tag to an acceptable collar to be worn at all times. I/we will ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local statutes.
19. I/we are adopting the dog for myself/ourselves and I/we agree to not give away, sell, trade, or otherwise re-home the dog, even to a friend or family member. I/we will not relinquish the dog to a shelter nor abandon the dog in any way. I/we understand that I/we must notify Miri's Haven immediately if I/we can no longer properly care for or keep the dog and agree to give Miri's Haven reasonable time to re-home the dog or place the dog in an approved foster home.
20. I/we agree to accept responsibility and ownership of the dog at our own risk and I/we release Miri's Haven and its agents from any and all liability arising out of possession and ownership of the dog. I/we agree that I/we are assuming total financial responsibility for the dog as of the date of this signed contract. Miri's Haven and its agents will not be held responsible for any damages or expenses (veterinary or other) incurred during my ownership of the dog.
21. In the event the dog becomes lost or dies, I/we will immediately notify Miri's Haven.
22. I/we will immediately notify Miri's Haven of contact information changes (address, phone number, and/or email address)
23. I/we understand and agree that Miri's Haven makes no express or implied warranty, representation or promise to the age, health, breed, condition, training, behavior, habits, disposition, temperament, or safety of the dog. I/we hereby accept the dog as is, assume all risks and responsibilities associated with the ownership of the dog, including but not limited to bites, and I/we hereby fully and completely release, indemnify and hold harmless Miri's Haven, its directors, officers, volunteers, and employees from any claim, cause of action or liability of any sort or nature, whether known or unknown, directly or indirectly arising out of or in connection with the adoption, care, ownership, maintenance, temperament, and/or condition of the dog. The dog's background and medical history known at the time of adoption have been discussed with me.
24. I/we understand that by voluntarily signing this agreement, I/we are entering into a legal and binding contract with Miri's Haven. Breach of any term(s) of this agreement is deemed actionable by Miri's Haven to the full extent of the law, including but not limited to the immediate and permanent removal of the dog by Miri's Haven with impunity.
25. I/we acknowledge that I/we have read and fully understand the terms and conditions of the foregoing adoption contract and that I/we will comply with the same for the life of the dog.