This Liability Waiver & Agreement is between Petra’s Dog Resource Center (hereinafter “Kennel or Kennel Staff”) and pet owner, (hereinafter individually or collectively “Owner”).
- Owner agrees to pay the rate for Service in effect at the time, as applicable on the date Pet is checked out of the facility. If Owner picks up the pet between 4 and 6 pm, Owner agrees to pay a late checkout fee equivalent to another night's stay. Owner agrees that the Pet shall not be allowed to leave the Kennel until all fees and costs (as due) are paid to the Kennel by the Owner. I understand that if my Pet is left beyond the scheduled stay, I am responsible for the full payment of all additional boarding and care.
- Owner further agrees to be solely responsible and pay for any damages for any and all acts or behavior of the Pet while it is in the care of the Kennel, to include destruction of Kennel property, injury to Kennel Staff and other pets in the care of Kennel.
- Owner specifically represents that he or she is the legal Owner of Pet and has the full and absolute right to board Pet.
- Kennel requires Pet vaccinations to be up to date for Rabies, Bordetella, and Distemper at and during the time of boarding. If proof of vaccinations is not acquired by Owner, then the pet will not be granted permission to stay at the facility until proof is available.
- Owner understands that despite the best efforts of care and Kennel cleanliness, certain communicable diseases, especially, but not limited to: upper respiratory illnesses, or kennel cough, may be unavoidable in any multiple animal facility. If the Pet is showing symptoms of respiratory illnesses, including canine cough, or has been diagnosed with upper respiratory disease while in the care of Kennel, Kennel shall not be responsible for any veterinary care that your Pet receives. If Pet is diagnosed with kennel cough, Owner must remove the dog from the facility ASAP.
- During Owner’s absence, Kennel will be caring for Pet(s). If the Pet becomes ill, or if the state of the Pet's health otherwise requires professional attention, every reasonable attempt will be made to contact the Owner to direct care. If Owner is unreachable, emergency contact will be contacted. However, if Owner and emergency contact are unreachable, Kennel at its sole discretion, may provide veterinary care or engage the services of a Veterinarian of Kennel’s choice. In the event of an emergency, I authorize the veterinarian of Kennels choice to administer medical treatment and will be responsible for payment to Veterinarian. I give Kennel permission to transport my pet(s) to a veterinarian of their choice in the event of an emergency or sickness and receive any information pertaining to my pet’s condition. I also give permission to release the results to Kennel. If emergency care is needed after regular office hours, my pet(s) may be taken to the nearest Veterinarian Emergency Clinic/Hospital. I give permission to provide treatment and I will be responsible for all charges. I agree that Kennel is released from all liability related to transportation to and from veterinarian and treatment for sickness or emergency. I hereby permit Kennel and its agents to seek medical treatment. I understand that I am solely responsible for payment for any veterinary care provided to my dog by a qualified treatment facility. I understand that if my pet injures another pet, I will be solely responsible for any injury to either or both pets. I also understand that I release Kennel, its owners and employees of and from any and all responsibility for, or claims, damages, or debt arising out of or related to such medical care also including but not limited to transportation to/from veterinarian clinic and the care rendered.
- Kennel is not responsible for lost or damaged Pet accessories or possessions belonging to the Owner’s Pet during its boarding stay, so Owner is cautioned to leave Pet valuables at home.
- Kennel is careful to provide appropriate and adequate supervision for all pets in their care. However, dogs in particular are prone to rough play, and injuries can occur. Owner acknowledges that certain risks of injury in the daycare and boarding setting do exist, and Owner agrees to hold Kennel harmless for all injuries resulting from Pet’s activities at the Kennel.
- In releasing Pet in care of the Kennel, Owner acknowledges that the Pet is in a good state of health and affirms that Pet will not prove dangerous or has not shown aggressive or otherwise threatening behavior to humans, and is of such a temperament that it does not pose a hazard to itself or Kennel Staff and/or the boarding, training, and daycare facility. If the Pet is found to display aggressive action towards Kennel Staff, Owner accepts responsibility for any Medical care to Kennel Staff resulting from Pet’s action. Owner will be required to remove Pet from the facility ASAP if Pet is deemed aggressive towards humans. The determination of fault for such actions will be made by Kennel Staff witnessing the event, and their determination is final. Owner further agrees to accept responsibility for any related costs arising from the incident, including the cost to repair or replace property damaged or destroyed by Pet.
- Participating in dog boarding, daycare, and/or training services is not without risk to my dog, or me. in consideration of, and as inducement to the acceptance of my agreement for services at Petra’s Dog Resource Center, I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless the facility, its employees, owners and agents from any and all claims by any member of my family, or any other person accompanying me to any function or service of the facility or while on the grounds, or the surrounding area, or off premises, thereto as a result of any action by any dog, including my own.
- All dogs must be in good health. Any senior dog over the age of 13 will need a letter from your veterinarian saying they are well enough for boarding.