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SAMPLE - Breeders Agreement/Co-Ownership Contract

The following ____ Breeders Agreement _____ Co-ownership Contract between Nancy Schmidt as sole owner of Bearpaw Shilohs hereinafter called “Breeder” and _______________________________ hereinafter called “Owner” of this Shiloh Shepherd dog/bitch known as _________________________, whelped ________________. This contract in no way attaches any liability to the breeder for any damage or harm the above mentioned dog/bitch may do while in the custody of the above mentioned owner. The above-mentioned dog/bitch will reside with the owner. This contract is to outline the stud services or puppies owed to the breeder only.

Breeders Agreements and Co-ownerships are required on all breeding quality dogs and bitches sold by Bearpaw Shilohs. This arrangement can be beneficial for someone who is not sure if they want to commit to breeding on a full time basis, or someone who seeks the knowledge and support to excel in this breed. We will stand with you but you must be willing to learn, be open to advice and ethical in your dealing with the public and our kennel.

The following terms apply to breeding quality:

1. The Breeder’s name will remain on the said dog/bitch as co-owner for the life of the dog/bitch or until it is neutered/spayed with written permission of Breeder. When the owner has established the knowledge, reputation, and ethical standard it takes to be an asset to the Shiloh Shepherd breed, has the desire to continue, and has completed all parts of all contracts with Bearpaw Shilohs, then Breeder will sign off as co-owner.

2. When said dog reaches 18 months of age or bitch reaches 24 months of age, they will, by this contract, be ready to breed provided dog/bitch has passed all health certifications.

3. All puppies produced from the breeding of said dog/bitch, will be micro chipped and properly registered pursuant to the National Kennel Club (NKC) or NSBR prior to being delivered to their new homes. They may be dually registered in other registries.

4. Owner agrees to take full responsibility for the said dog/bitch. Owner agrees to provide quality nutrition, pay all medical expenses and showing expenses. Upon request, owner agrees to provide all records including access to all veterinary records of said dog/bitch for Breeder’s inspection.

5. Owner agrees in case of accident or injury to notify the Breeder immediately of said condition of dog/bitch. The owner assumes responsibility for any and all veterinary or medial charges.

6. The decision of whether or not this dog/bitch will be bred is at the full discretion of Bearpaw Shilohs. If it is decided by the Breeder that said dog/bitch should not be bred due to health, temperament, conformation, or other breed standard issues, Bearpaw Shilohs will refund the difference in the purchase price for companion verses breeding quality or replace said puppy.

7. Owner agrees that the marketing and sales of his/her puppy and stud services are the owner’s sole responsibility.

8. Should the owner find himself unable or unwilling to comply fully with the terms of this contract with respect to care, breeding or for whatever cause, the dog/bitch shall be returned to Bearpaw Shilohs forthwith at owner’s expense.

9. Any other interference will be considered breach of contract. Any and all attorney fees and legal costs to enforce this contract will be the burden of the owner.

10. In the case of a Show prospect bitch:

  1. Owner agrees to show the said bitch at any show within a 100-mile radius of said home, as often as possible.
  2. Owner agrees never to breed this bitch without prior approval from Breeder.
  3. Before breeding, owner must provide said Breeder and Stud’s Breeder with a current Canine Brucellosis negative result document and proof of rabies immunization.
  4. Said bitch will be bred the first time to a stud we mutually agree upon. The Breeder, Bearpaw Shilohs, will get first, third and fifth pick puppy. Owner will get the remaining puppies.
  5. If a second breeding takes place, the owner will get all of the puppies.
  6. When the first litter has reached the age of accountability and enough data has been sent to the Breeder regarding the quality of conformation, hips, and temperament; the Breeder will decide if this bitch should be bred again.

11. In the case of a Breeding prospect bitch:

  1. Owner agrees never to breed this bitch without prior approval from Breeder.
  2. Before breeding, owner must provide said Breeder and Stud’s Breeder with a current Canine Brucellosis negative result document and proof of rabies immunization.
  3. Said bitch will be bred the first time to a stud we mutually agree upon. The Breeder, Bearpaw Shilohs, will get first, third and fifth pick puppy. Owner will get the remaining puppies.
  4. If a second breeding takes place, the owner will get all of the puppies.
  5. When the first litter has reached the age of accountability and enough data has been sent to the Breeder regarding the quality of conformation, hips, and temperament; the Breeder will decide if this bitch should be bred again.

12. In the case of a Breeding/Show prospect stud:

  1. Owner agrees to show the said male at any show within a 100-mile radius of your home as often as possible.
  2. Owner agrees never to breed this dog to any bitch without prior approval from Breeder.
  3. Before breeding, owner must provide Breeder and Bitch’s Breeder with a current Canine Brucellosis negative result document and proof of rabies immunization.
  4. Owner retains all stud fees paid to owner for stud services.
  5. If stud services do not produce puppies or less than three puppies live to eight weeks old from stud service, stud fee is null and void. Owner may contract to do a repeat breeding in exchange for return of stud fee.
  6. Breeder reserves the right to three free stud services to be provided by said stud to use as the need arises.

I/we, being the buyer(s) and owner(s), hereby acknowledge that I/we have fully read this contract and understand the terms agreed upon herewith. I/we further understand that any failure on my/our part to uphold this contract in its entirety, unless a prior agreement has been reached, will be considered breach of contract.

This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey.

I/we, being the buyer(s) and owner(s), hereby acknowledge that I/we have fully read and understand the stipulations for this Puppy Guarantee and Contract. I/we agree without reservation to all items and terms of this contract. Payment of $__________ has been made to Nancy A. Schmidt on this date for the purchase of the puppy identified below.

This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey.

Owner/Buyer _______________________________________ Date _________

Owner/Buyer _______________________________________ Date _________

Address ___________________________________________________________

Telephone #s ________________________________

Co-owner/Breeder: Bearpaw Shilohs

Nancy A. Schmidt ___________________________________ Date _________

Puppy Identification Information

Puppy’s ID: ___________ Microchip #: _______________ Gender: _______

DOB: ___________ Color: __________________________________

Coat: ___________

Dam of Puppy: ___________________________________________

Sire of Puppy: ____________________________________________

Category: ____ Companion/Pet ___ Show/Breeding ___ Breeding Potential

   
 
   
 
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updated: 06/01/2006