This Health Guarantee Agreement is between Ohana Great Danes of Michigan ("Breeder") and the undersigned purchaser ("Buyer"). This document outlines the health guarantees provided by the Breeder regarding the purchased Great Dane.
1. Guarantee Duration:
The Breeder extends this Genetic Health Guarantee to the Buyer, covering significant life-threatening genetic defects for a period of 24 months following the date of birth.
2. Covered Conditions:
This guarantee covers genetic defects that are diagnosed within two years from the date of birth of the puppy. If the puppy is diagnosed with a proven congenital defect, the Breeder agrees to replace the puppy with another of equal or lesser value, subject to availability. The Breeder does not guarantee the color, sex, or size of the replacement puppy.
3. Exclusions from Guarantee:
The Genetic Health Guarantee does not cover any of the following conditions, which may occur due to environmental, nutritional, or other non-genetic factors:
Parasites, Giardia, or Coccidia
Bloat, Allergies or allergy-related eye conditions such as Cherry Eye, Entropion, or Scrolled Cartilage, Mange, Vaccinosis, Orthopedic conditions such as OCD (Osteochondritis Dissecans), Wobblers Syndrome
Addison’s Disease, Pica Skin problems, including Demodex, HOD (Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy), or Panosteitis
These conditions are considered common across the breed and other large breed, long-boned dogs and are not deemed inheritable or transmitted directly from the parents.
4. Claims Process:
Veterinary Confirmation: In the event of a suspected life-threatening genetic defect, the Buyer must provide the Breeder with a comprehensive veterinary report, including X-rays and a full, up-to-date medical history of the puppy.
Second Opinion Rights: The Breeder reserves the right to seek a second opinion on the puppy’s condition from a veterinarian of the Breeder's choice, at the Breeder’s expense.
5. Remedies for Genetic Defects:
Should the second opinion confirm the initial diagnosis, the Buyer is entitled to a replacement puppy of equal value from the next available litter. No monetary refunds will be provided.
6. Legal and Binding Agreement:
This agreement is legally binding upon signature by the Buyer and any breach of this agreement will be subject to legal enforcement and penalties as described herein.
Any disputes arising from this agreement shall be resolved through mediation or, if necessary, binding arbitration in the jurisdiction where Ohana Great Danes of Michigan is located.