I/We understand that filling out this form is not a commitment to adopting a companion. An interview process may be required prior to considerations for adopting.
This form will not be seen as a binding contract until an animal has been placed into the adopter's care, and the adoption fee and any deposits towards neutering the animal are delivered to Christi Chapman, Professional Dog Trainer. By signing this form, I/We agree that once the adoption fee and any deposit are given, and I/we have been given possession of the animal, the terms of the contract as set forth below are legal and binding.
I/We further agree that any adoption fee is non-refundable and complete. If an animal is returned to Christi Chapman, Professional Dog Trainer after 30 days from adoption date, a surrender fee of $250 will be required to cover associated costs with reassuming responsibility of the animal.
I/We agree that if at any time after adoption I/We are unable to continue ownership of this animal for any reason I/We will contact Christi Chapman, Professional Dog Trainer to discuss options for reassigning ownership prior to doing so or surrendering to a shelter or rescue. I/We further agree that we will compensate Christi Chapman, Professional Dog Trainer in the amount of $400 or the total of expenses accumulated in reclaiming the animal, whichever amount is greater, if failure to contact Christi Chapman, Professional Dog Trainer and making alternate arrangements to reassign ownership of this animal results in the animal being picked up as a stray or surrendered to a shelter or rescue organization.
Deposits for neutering will be refunded only when Christi Chapman, Professional Dog Trainer has been provided with proof that the animal was neutered or spayed. Failure to do so will result in removal of the pet from the home. Additionally, if an intact pet is picked up as a stray or as a loose animal by animal control or law enforcement prior to surgical neutering (exceptions may apply) the adopter agrees to forfeit ownership, the deposit, and pay any additional expenses incurred by Christi Chapman to recover the animal and complete the neutering, including but not limited to boarding, transportation/travel, and/or veterinary expenses.