Trystyn Welsh Springer Spaniels
Sandra N.  Holmes
19400 N.  Territorial
Chelsea, MI 48118
734-475-3894

Sales Agreement-Companion Quality
Non-Breeding Agreement
Limited AKC Registration

This sales contract is executed on the                 day of                                          , 20       by and between Sandra N. Holmes/Trystyn Welsh Springer Spaniels (herein known as “Seller”) and                                                                   (herein known as “Buyer”) in regards to the sale of a Welsh Springer Spaniel puppy (herein known as “Puppy”) whelped on                                                                    .                                                                                                 
Sired By:____________________________________  AKC #_________________Color ___________                                                                                                                                                  
Out Of:______________________________________ AKC #_________________Color ___________
AKC Litter No. ________________________________Color __________________                                                                      

THE PUPPY IS BEING SOLD AS A COMPANION WITH THE UNDERSTANDING THAT IT IS NOT TO BE BRED AT ANY TIME OR UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.  AKC LIMITED REGISTRATION WILL BE ISSUED TO THE PUPPY WHICH WILL PREVENT THE REGISTRATION OF ANY PUPPIES FROM A LITTER FROM THE PUPPY UNLESS THE REGISTRATION IS CHANGED TO A FULL REGISTRATION BY THE SELLER.  DOGS WITH LIMITED REGISTRATION ARE NOT ALLOWED TO BE SHOWN IN CONFORMATION SHOWS, BUT ARE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE IN OBEDIENCE TRIALS AND OTHER PERFORMANCE EVENTS.

I.	GENERAL CONTACT TERMS

	The puppy is being sold for the amount of ___________________.  Additional expenses purchased by the Buyer are in the amount of                                         .

	A.	Conditions of Full Refund

	The Seller agrees to refund full purchase price if:

	1.  The Buyer is in any way not satisfied with this puppy and contacts the Seller regarding the Buyer’s intent to return the Puppy within 48 hours of the buyer taking possession of the Puppy; or

	2.  Any unsoundness or serious physical defect is noted by a licensed Veterinarian within 48 hours of the Buyer taking possession of the Puppy.  The Seller must be notified of the intent to return the Puppy within 72 hours of the Buyer taking possession of the Puppy.  Written documentation of the reason for the return must be provided upon returning the Puppy to the Seller.

	Under either of the above events, a full refund will be made after the return of the Puppy to the Seller.  The Buyer and the Seller will split the return shipping costs.

	B.	Conditions of Replacement Puppy

	The Seller agrees to replace the Puppy with another pet quality Puppy within one year of notification of a licensed Veterinarian in writing (the buyer may keep or return the original Puppy), should the Puppy be found to have any of the following conditions prior to 26 months of age.  If a pet quality puppy is not available within one year, the original cost of the Puppy will be refunded to the Buyer.

1.	Idiopathic epilepsy as confirmed at a university veterinary school after ruling out poisoning, tumor or trauma, and after the following minimum blood work has been done: Blood glucose for diabetes or hypoglycemia, complete thyroid panel, liver and kidney function, and heavy metals.

C.	Conditions of Partial Refund

The seller agrees to refund partial purchase price if:

1.	The seller agrees to refund 10% of the purchase price if the puppy should be diagnosed with bilateral Mild hip dysplasia between the age of 24-26 months of age.  The puppy must be x-rayed for evidence of hip dysplasia by a licensed veterinarian. The x-rays must be submitted to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for evaluation.  This will be done at the expense of the buyer.

2.	The seller agrees to refund 20% of the purchase price if the puppy should be diagnosed with bilateral Moderate hip dysplasia between the age of 24-26 months of age.  The puppy must be x-rayed for evidence of hip dysplasia by a licensed veterinarian. The x-rays must be submitted to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for evaluation. This will be done at the expense of the buyer.

3.	The seller agrees to refund 30% of the purchase price if the puppy should be diagnosed with bilateral Severe hip dysplasia between the age of 24-26 months of age.  The puppy must be x-rayed for evidence of hip dysplasia by a licensed veterinarian. The x-rays must be submitted to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for evaluation. This will be done at the expense of the buyer.

II.	CONDITIONS OF OWNERSHIP

	A.	Should the Buyer not be able to keep the Puppy for ANY reason not described above, the Puppy and its signed AKC registration papers are to be returned to the Seller.  The Seller will not refund the purchase of the Puppy, however, the Seller will give to Buyer any monies from any resale of the Puppy, less any costs accrued to the seller due to the dog’s return.

	B.	The Buyer agrees to maintain regular contact (at least yearly) with seller and include the following: health information, training progress, any questions or problems, and photos of their dog.  This information is invaluable to the seller in evaluating their breeding program.

	C.	The Buyer agrees to complete at least one beginner obedience course with this puppy before the puppy’s first birthday.
	
	D.	The Buyer agrees to have the Puppy examined by a licensed veterinarian within 48 hours of the Buyer taking possession of the Puppy.

	E.	The Buyer agrees to the following for the remainder of the Puppy’s life:

		1. 	To vaccinate the Puppy against distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis (if needed in your area), and parvovirus as recommended by a licensed veterinarian.

		2. 	To vaccinate the Puppy against Rabies by six months of age and as specified by a licensed veterinarian thereafter.

		3.	To maintain the Puppy on heartworm preventative during mosquito season with a blood check for the presence of heartworms as recommended by a licensed veterinarian.

		4.	Check the Puppy for the presence of intestinal parasites at the first veterinary examination, six months and at least yearly thereafter.

		5.	Have the Puppy spayed/neutered between 12 and 24 (no earlier) months of age and provide documentation thereof to the Seller.

		6.	Feed the Puppy a complete and balanced commercial dog food approved by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials).

		7.	Have the Puppy x-rayed for evidence of hip and elbow dysplasia by a licensed veterinarian between the age of 24 and 28 months.   The x-rays must be submitted to the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for evaluation.  This will be done at the expense of the buyer.

		8.	Have the Puppy tested for the evidence of thyroid disease between the age of 24 to 36 months (results evaluated by the OFA).  

		9.	To care for the Puppy humanely (including adequate food, shelter, water, and veterinary care), and to license the Puppy in accordance with the laws in the jurisdiction in which the buyer resides.  Buyer agrees to keep the Puppy as a house pet to be exercised in a fenced yard or on a leash and not to be free to roam unattended.

	D.	The prefix of the Puppy’s AKC registered name shall be “Trystyn” with the remaining letters to be of the Sellers choice.
III.	DISCLAIMER/CHOICE OF LAW

	The Seller makes no representations, warranties or guarantees other than those described above regarding the health, temperament or level of performance of the Puppy in competitive activities.  

	In the event of a dispute over the terms of this Agreement or the sale of the Puppy, Michigan will be the state having jurisdiction over the matter and Michigan law will control the resolution of any dispute.

Signature below indicates that all parties agree with the terms outlined above.

Seller:____________________________________ Date:______________________________________

Buyer:_______________________________________  Date:____________________                ______

Address:_____________________________________________________________________________

Phone:______________________________________