Montana Mist Goldens Health Guarantee & Puppy Sales Contract

All of our puppies come with:

• Vet Checked by our Veterinarian
• Health Records
• 2 Year Hip Guarantee against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease**
• Shots & Wormed (appropriate with age)
• Micro Chipped
• Limited AKC Registration Application
• Puppy Packet filled with tons of information put together by us.
• Lifetime support for you and your new family member from us. :)

Holding Agreement

A $500.00 deposit is required to hold your puppy. The seller assigns the buyer the guarantee that the dog will not be sold to any party other than the buyer as long as the buyer adheres to the Picking Up Your Puppy guideline. The $500.00 deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to the purchase price of the dog when the buyer assumes physical possession of the assigned dog. You may send a personal check, money order, or you may go onto our website and place your deposit via PayPal or with a credit card. Remainder of puppy/dog price will need to be paid in full before puppies are released to their new home. Puppies may be shipped out or picked up at Montana Mist Goldens at 8 weeks of age only after full payment has been received.

Guarantee

This puppy is guaranteed to be in good health, to the best of the seller's knowledge. If he/she wishes, the buyer has 72 hours from the date of ownership in which to have the puppy checked by a licensed veterinarian. IF THERE IS A PROBLEM THAT CANNOT BE RECTIFIED, you may return the puppy to us, at your expense, on the day following the vet exam, along with a veterinarian's statement stating the problem. You will receive a full refund of the purchase price of the pup less any shipping fees. (Exclusion: This does not include the presence of parasites and also does not apply to a health problem resulting from an injury or accident due to your negligence.) The following provisions will be honored. All medical expenses are the sole responsibility of the buyer.

Viral or bacterial colds or infections such as Coccidia or Giardia (bloody stools) are a form of worms which are easily treated and are not covered in the health guarantee, as they are natural things puppies can pick up. Umbilical hernias, also referred to as "outie" belly buttons, are also not covered in the health guarantee. Puppies are naturally at risk for coccidia, giardia or worms, which is often brought on by the stress of a new home, new food, new people, or just a change in environment.

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Another thing that may show up when a puppy is taken to a new environment is kennel cough (Bordetella – a raspy cough may be a sign of this), which is common when puppies are transported to their new homes and is usually caused by bacteria. Kennel cough is self-limiting and, like the common cold, it must run its course. Full recovery is expected, and kennel cough, coccidia and giardia on their own are not life threatening. All puppies are treated and vaccinated for distemper, parvo, coccidia, giardia, and worms before they leave our home. However, you need to be aware that these things can arise, that they are usually not serious (even though seeing blood in the stool appears serious), and that they are easily treated, and we will not cover the treatment for them.

2 Year Hip & Eye Guarantee

**2 Year Hip Guarantee against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease. Because 60% of all canine hip dysplasia is related to poor nutrition, we require that your precious puppy continue with the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months of his/her life in order to qualify for this 2 year health guarantee. Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! If you continue with the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months, this dog is guaranteed against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease, until it is 26 months of age.

The OFA is the sole and only judge in determining hip dysplasia. A CERF-certified veterinarian must confirm any hereditary eye defects. Purchaser is to spay or neuter (unless already done) the Golden Retriever and keep him/her as a companion. The Limited AKC Registration Puppy contract details below will apply.

The buyer(s) shall provide proper nutrition, vet care, shelter and exercise. The pup shall be socialized properly after all immunizations are given, to include other people outside the family, other dogs, and strange places. Obedience classes are recommended before the pup is 1 year old. Also keep a Golden Retriever reference book on hand at all times to refer back to, and please call with any questions — we want to help you.

In regards to hereditary defects, there are never any guarantees that a dog will be free of a genetic disorder from past generations. But since we may not know if there are any potential weaknesses in a dog, we believe that diet and lack of vitamins can exacerbate these conditions if found. Therefore, by providing the dog with quality food and supplements, we are hoping to reduce the chance of these potential weaknesses hindering their quality of life, should this ever occur.

In the case of sudden death of the puppy, breeder must receive a written notice of the puppy's death from the owner's vet, along with a necropsy report indicating cause of death. We also reserve the right to acquire a DNA sample from the puppy to determine the dog or puppy as one of our lineage.

Limited AKC Registration Puppy

This puppy is being purchased as a pet and therefore the following applies:

Provided this puppy is kept on the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months, this dog will be guaranteed against genetic moderate or severe hip dysplasia, and retinal eye disease, until it is 26 months of age. The OFA is the sole and only judge in determining hip dysplasia. A CERF-certified veterinarian must confirm any hereditary eye defects.

The original buyer of the dog has the right to a replacement puppy from the next available and comparable litter, provided the following criteria have been met:

1. 1The original buyer must own the puppy.
2. 2The puppy must not have sired or whelped a litter.
3. 3The puppy must not have been overfed or over-exercised!
4. 4Buyer must show a veterinary statement of diagnosis of hip dysplasia by the OFA or progressive retinal atrophy by CERF, along with a copy of the x-rays or vision exam results prior to 26 months of age, and a spay or neuter receipt stating the dog's name, description and microchip number.
5. 5Buyer must have fed this dog the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months.

Picking Up Your Puppy

Your assigned puppy needs to be picked up between 8–9 weeks of age. If your puppy is not picked up by the 9th week and no prior arrangements have been made with the seller, Montana Mist Goldens has the right to void the Puppy Sales Contract and find another buyer. If prior arrangements have been made, they will be noted at the bottom of this contract under "Other Conditions." All fees are to be paid in full before the puppy will be released to the buyer. Shipping is available for an additional charge, which will include the crate and health certificate. Puppies cannot be shipped until they are at least 8 weeks old.

First Right of Recovery

If buyer is unable to care for, or chooses to change his/her mind about caring for, the puppy purchased, Montana Mist Goldens retains the right of recovery of the puppy at the buyer's expense. The buyer must notify Montana Mist Goldens of the change in circumstances and give the seller first right to the dog before any other action is taken. This includes, but is not limited to, selling the dog to another buyer. Buyer agrees that if this puppy/dog is offered for sale or trade at any time in the future, it will first be offered to us. If the puppy/dog is being sold, it will be offered to us at a purchase price not to exceed the original price of the puppy/dog.

A determination will be made within thirty (30) days whether or not we wish to purchase back the puppy/dog. This pup must NEVER be sold to a pet store, broker, or puppy mill, surrendered to a shelter, or sold outright to anyone. Breeder must be notified immediately of any problems that arise or if buyer can no longer care for the puppy/dog.

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Shipping of Puppy

Pups are shipped at 8 weeks of age and will be guaranteed for up to 72 hours from the shipping date. They will have had their 2nd set of shots, several wormings, a vet health certificate, a crate, a toy, and a lifetime of breeder support! Along with the price of the pup, Buyer is responsible for shipping fees, if applicable, in the amount of approximately $400 depending on the weight of the dog. In the event of a replacement pup, the buyer is responsible for shipping charges/ground delivery, as well as for any problems. Also, in the event of a pup being returned for any reason, the buyer is responsible for the expense of shipping or ground delivery. Pup must have a vet check-up at buyer's expense within 72 hours of delivery to ensure the health guarantee, or buyer can use the original health certificate the pup had before shipping. All other guarantees from breeder apply up to 26 months of age.

Nutrition

Order the Life's Abundance Nutritional System at www.montanamistgoldens.com or call 1-877-387-4564
Breeder Rep: Judy Lowery, ID 20080085

We hope the Buyer will enjoy their puppy for years to come. We have taken steps to ensure that your new puppy is healthy by feeding a premium puppy food and vitamins.

Buyer's puppy has been raised on Life's Abundance Premium Health Food. Buyers can buy it online at www.montanamistgoldens.com. It is a holistic dog food with no wheat, corn, soy, or by-products. Please note: providing a more nutritious food helps prevent too-fast growth and promotes fewer bone problems, fewer vet bills, and a longer life.

Buyer's puppy has also been given Life's Abundance Wellness Food Supplements. If you continue with the Life's Abundance Nutritional System for the first 26 months of his/her life, you qualify for our 2 year health guarantee. To take advantage of this offer, you will need to order through our website at www.montanamistgoldens.com so that we can track your use of the products.

Buyer acknowledges and affirms that Breeder has recommended, for the benefit of the puppy, Life's Abundance Dog Food and Supplements; however, the use of these products is merely a recommendation of the Breeder, not a guarantee of their effectiveness or efficiency.

Additional Terms

All shipping costs related to any dog being purchased, as well as to any dog being replaced for any reason, are the responsibility of the Buyer.

Breeder is in no way responsible for any vet bills incurred after the puppy/dog leaves the care of Montana Mist Goldens.

Breeder shall not be responsible for death or injury of said puppy/dog due to negligence or carelessness of the Buyer, any airline, live animal carrier, or its agents or employees.

Breeder has the right to decide, at any time, to stop breeding Golden Retrievers. In this case, no replacement puppies shall be given and this contract is null and void.

Breeder makes no guarantees regarding the loss of the puppy due to accidental death, theft, sickness due to lack of vaccinations, etc., or any other loss beyond the Breeder's control, except as stated above.

Breeder will not refund money in whole or in part for any reason other than as stated in the guarantee.

Buyer also certifies, by signing this agreement, that he/she is not acting as an agent in this purchase, and that the Buyer will not resell this puppy to a puppy mill, commercial breeder, pet store, or medical research facility.

We have the right to rescue this puppy/dog if we find that it is being mistreated, neglected, or abused and you do not voluntarily return it. Also, any mistreatment, neglect or abuse of the animal automatically voids all guarantees given by us.