Adopter Information/ Pet Information

ADOPTER RESPONSIBILITIES

I, the adopter, agree to the following terms and provisions:

1. If this dog does not adapt to my home or I cannot keep the dog for any reason, or if I intend to euthanize the dog for a treatable medical or behavioral issue, I will contact Wolfhounds Legacy Corp to offer the animal back to the organization before relinquishing custody or possession of the animal to anyone else or prior to euthanizing the animal. _______ Initials

2. From the date of this contract, I agree to assume full responsibility for the veterinary care for this dog, including an annual examination and routine vaccinations and tests. I will keep the dog free of pests and parasites, including ticks and fleas. I understand that dogs require monthly medication for heartworm prevention and agree to provide this medication for the life of the dog _______ Initials

3. I will provide this dog with a fully fenced-in yard, unless otherwise approved by WLC. This dog will be kept on a leash at all times when outside of a securely fenced-in area. _______ Initials

4. He/she shall not be kept chained or tethered. I will not leave the dog in an electronic containment system unsupervised. I will not allow this dog to live primarily outside, in a basement, garage, screened in porch, or any area other than the main living quarters. ___ Initials

5. I will provide a collar for the dog to wear at all times, and the collar must have microchip tag, rabies tag, and a personal tag affixed to the collar .I agree to not permit the dog to ride in the back of a pickup truck .

6. I will keep the dog’s microchip registration up to date, and will notify the microchip company of any change of contact information.

7. I agree to not abuse or neglect the dog and under no circumstances will physically punish the dog. Rather, I will consult with Wolfhounds Legacy Corp, my veterinarian or a trainer about the appropriate ways to deal with specific behavior problems. ___ Initials

8. I consent to the examination of this dog by Wolfhounds Legacy Corp at any time in the future and acknowledge that Wolfhounds Legacy Corp has the right to reclaim this dog at any time for failure to comply with the terms of this contract or for any misrepresentation of fact made on the adoption application or in this contract. _______ Initials

9. I understand that the Donation if applicable is non-refundable, except as noted in the organization information and responsibilities section and will be labeled as donation.

10. I understand that this is a legal and binding contract and by my signature agree to all of the terms herein. ________ Initials

11. I confirm that all information given in this contract is correct and accurate. I also understand that once the contract is signed and I have taken possession of the animal, I will be solely responsible for any actions of this animal and I agree to hold harmless Wolfhounds Legacy Corp and its representatives from any liabilities, injuries or loss caused by this animal or any causes of actions, claims, suits or demands that arise from such injury, damages or losses. In the event the terms of this contract are breached, I, as the Guardian of this pet, shall owe Wolfhounds Legacy Corp the sum of $1000 for liquidated damages, and will be responsible for all attorney’s fees and court costs involved, as well as returning the animal to Wolfhounds Legacy Corp.