PET CARE CONSENT FORM
The owner [listed below] hereby retains Woof Club Dog to train our dog under the following terms and conditions:
1. Location. The dog(s) will stay at the training facility during training, and the trainer will take reasonable steps to keep the dog safe, comfortable, appropriately exercised, and happy. The trainer will, if necessary, take the dog to locations and property for socialization, training and veterinary care.
2. Training. The length of training required depends on the dog's (s’) capability to learn, what the owner's learning curve will be regarding dog training, and the dog's prior experiences. Basic obedience training generally requires four to six weeks, but may be longer in some cases. The trainer will give periodic progress reports to the owner and will update the owner on the anticipated length of training required to reach the agreed upon goals, as agreed upon drop off/pick up (Each owner requires a different level of communication and we will accommodate properly)
3. Evaluation and goals. The trainer and the owner will evaluate the dog's (s’) current skill levels and identify unsatisfactory areas needing improvement. Training will focus on the areas identified as unsatisfactory during the initial evaluation.
4. Re-evaluation. At the conclusion of the training, the owner and the trainer will re-evaluate the dog and identify whether the dog has met the goals. If the dog has not met some goals, the owner and trainer will discuss whether these goals can be achieved by the dog with additional training and will consider additional training.
5. Expectations. It may not be possible in some cases to achieve all goals. For example, a dog may have a medical condition that prevents the dog from being reliably housebroken, or the dog's temperament may be aggressive by nature and not amenable to behavior modification. The trainer will notify the owner if any areas are identified where goals need to be modified. In most cases, however, all goals should be achievable given appropriate time and owner's compliance with homework.Trainer makes no guarantee on results of training. Client agrees that training is a process and that without following through on instructions and homework, training will not progress or be maintained by the dog. Trainer has the right to terminate this contract at any point for reasons such as client’s lack of attendance, cancelling of classes, or lack of follow through on homework and therefore progress of training results in the dog’s behavior and abilities.
6. Maintenance of Goals. The owner recognizes that this training will result in the dog obeying the trainer, and that this will not train the dog to obey the owner. In order for the dog to obey the owner, the following must occur:
The owner must understand the basic principles of training.
The owner must apply the basic principles of training.
The owner must not interact with the dog in a way that rewards bad behavior and/or punishes good behavior.
The owner must regularly train the dog at to maintain the level of training achieved.
The owner must not give commands that they are not ready to reinforce if the dog does not perform.
7. Owner Training. At the conclusion of training, the trainer will instruct the owner in the basics of training. Instruction will consist of the following:
One exit conference to show the owner the dog's(s’) new skills and to instruct the owner on how to give proper commands, how to properly reward the dog for correct performance.
Additional follow up lessons are provided for you, which will depend on each case.
8. Veterinary Care. If the dog requires non-emergency veterinary care during the training period, the trainer will make a reasonable attempt to contact the owner so the owner can obtain veterinary care for the dog. If the owner can not be reached or is unable to tend to the dog’s need for veterinary care, or in the case of an emergency, the trainer will arrange on behalf of the owner for veterinary care to which the owner consents as set forth below. All veterinary fees are the responsibility of the owner. If convenient, the trainer will take the dog to the dog’s regular veterinarian, but the trainer reserves the right to take the dog to a veterinarian selected by the trainer, using reasonable care in the selection of a veterinarian. Noble Beasts will take all reasonable and necessary precautions during the training process to avoid injury. However, sometimes an illness or condition that was not diagnosed or discovered previously may present during the training period. When this happens, we need to be able to get the emergency care needed. Owner hereby consents to the following veterinary care for the dog and gives the trainer authority to consent to such a treatment as the agent of the owner:
In the event that Woof Club Dog can not reach the owners or the owners can not get to their dog, Woof Club Dog will be allowed to make decisions regarding emergency care reasonably required to save the dog’s life, to preserve the use of organs or limbs, or to alleviate severe pain.
In the event that Woof Club Dog can not reach the owners, Woof Club Dog will be allowed to make decisions regarding emergency euthanasia, only if (a) recommended by the veterinarian, (b) the owner cannot be reached after reasonable attempts, (c) treatment is not likely to be successful, and (d) the dog may be suffering or the expense of continued treatment may be unreasonable in light of the likely outcome.
If a not serious but contagious (and hindering training) illness is detected, the dog may need to go back to the owner's home for recovery. After that, the dog can return with new dates to Woof Club Dog. Woof Club Dog may agree to have the dog recover here, and will discuss with the owner if that occurs.
The owner must arrange all other veterinary care, when possible. The trainer’s time and transportation expenses must also be reimbursed. If the medical condition or emergency is not due to negligence on Woof Club Dog part, the owner will cover all and any veterinary expenses involved in treatment, medications, hospitalization, and so on.
Nondisclosure of any known medical issues with the dog will result in contract termination, and Woof Club Dog will keep non refundable fees or be owed additional fees if Board & Train progressed beyond the first week.
Vaccinations and Medications. The owner must provide the trainer with proof that the dog has been vaccinated for rabies, distemper, hepatitis, parvo virus, and para-influenza and fecal test (within the last 6 months). The dog must be heart-worm negative and on heart-worm preventive, and on a flea/tick preventive. Any medications to be administered to the dog during training will be provided by the owner and administered by the trainer as instructed by the owner.
Woof Club Dog shall not be held liable for self inflicted injuries incurred by dog
9. Spaying and Neutering. Please let us know if your dog is not spayed or neutered so we can be aware and take precautions accordingly. We will not take a female dog in heat as it will disrupt the training process.
10. Equipment and Methods Used. Woof Club Dog uses a combination of positive reinforcement techniques along with a variety of tools depending on the goals to be achieved and the place in the dog's training.
11. Liability. All behavioral advice and training suggestions are provided at the client’s own risk. Use of this information is voluntary and Woof Club Dog is not responsible for injury to another human or animal. The client is at all times responsible for the actions of their dog. Woof Club Dog is not responsible for any injuries or expenses resulting from socialization or training. Woof Club Dog is not responsible for any self inflicted injuries incurred by dog. Dogs participating in physical exercises may be injured by running, jumping, chasing a ball, around other dogs, around other humans etc. Client hereby indemnifies and holds harmless Woof Club Dog. Woof Club Dog will take all reasonable and necessary precautions during the training process.
12. Canine Drop Off / Pick Up for Board & Train Services. The owner will need to (1) bring the dog food, (or tell us what he eats, but will be billed automatically for time/expense to pick it up and the purchase price of the food) plan to provide a week's admission to the food court in case the dog has to stay a couple of additional unplanned days; (2) leash before entering our facilities (3) collar in good condition and secure to prevent possible escape (4) I.D tag for added security (5) vaccination records if they were not forwarded previously (6) personal veterinarian contact (7) contact information of the owner.
Your dog must be in good health at the time of pick up, if it is not and has a health problem, the club reserves the right to refuse delivery and reschedule training for when your dog is in optimal condition.
13. Fee. The agreed fee must be paid prior to the start of the contracted program or service. In case of not being able to attend a class, it cannot be rescheduled.
14. No Checks accepted
15. Refunds. No refunds of any kind will be issued by Woof Club Dog. If you choose to cancel your package or choose not to start training lessons after the money has been paid no refund will be issued. We will be happy to adjust and perhaps re-program if extenuating circumstances arise.
16. Photo and Video Release. Owner hereby grants Woof Club Dog the absolute right and permission to copyright, use, re-use, publish, and republish videos, photographic portraits or pictures of my pets (listed above) taken during animal behavior consultations, training sessions, and in relation to other animal-behavior contexts The photos and videos may be used for advertising, marketing, educational, trade, or any other purposes whatsoever.
By signing this contract electronically you are agreeing to all of the aforementioned conditions. This contract between Woof Club Dog and you (client) shall not become effective until it is signed electronically and total amount due has been paid.
As a condition of my dog's participation in training with Woof Club Dog, I agree to waive all claims against Woof Club Dog and to indemnify and hold Woof Club Dog, its officers, agents, and employees, independent contractors, harmless from any and all liability or claims I may have or that any other person or entity may have because of any death, bodily injury, personal injury, or because of any loss to property that may arise out of or in any way be connected with my dog's training.
THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT. PRIOR TO SIGNING, CLIENT SHOULD REVIEW CAREFULLY, ASK ANY QUESTIONS, AND ASSURE THAT CLIENT UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES TO EACH AND EVERY PROVISION.
By signing below, I hereby state and affirm that I have carefully read this agreement, asked any questions I have, understand every provision and their ramifications, agree to be bound by the same, have had the opportunity to seek the advice of legal counsel, and knowingly and voluntarily enter into this agreement without reservation.