This Contract is entered into
between ____________________________, Owner(s) of
__________________________________ ("Bitch"); and Roger Stevens and
Kathy Stevens, 175 Fortson Road, Dothan, Alabama 36305, Phone
334-692-3883, Owners of ____________________________, ("Stud Dog"),
upon the following terms and conditions:
1. Stevens certifies that the
following information applies to the Stud Dog:
Name:
Date of Birth: Color:
Registration Number:
Sire:
Dam:
2. ___________________ certifies
that the following information applies to the Bitch:
Name:
Date of Birth: Color:
Registration Number:
Sire:
Dam:
Bitch Owner agrees to furnish
Stevens the following prior to breeding of bitch:
a. Copy of Bitch’s ASCA registration papers
b. Proof of negative brucellosis and heartworm test made within thirty days of shipment or
delivery of bitch
c. Proof of a veterinarian examination made within the previous ten (10) days
stating that the bitch is free from vaginal infections, internal parasites, and
any communicable diseases. If this is a maiden bitch, Bitch Owner will submit a
statement from the veterinarian that the bitch is free from vaginal strictures,
inverted vulva, or any other conditions, which would make a natural breeding
difficult or impossible.
d. Proof of vaccination against communicable diseases (parvo, lepto, kennel
cough, etc.) and rabies within the last twelve or thirty-six months, according
to requirements in state of residence.
e. Written statement from Bitch Owner, or proof by inspection by Stevens, that
the Bitch has a scissors bite and full dentition
3. Place of breeding shall be on the premises of Roger and
Kathy Stevens, 175 Fortson Road, Dothan, Alabama 36305.
4. Stevens will handle the breeding of the dog and bitch. It
is agreed that the bitch may be muzzled if necessary for the safety of the
handler and/or the stud dog, but that no other restraints or force will be used.
Stevens agrees to be present at each breeding and to supervise same; i.e., will
not turn dogs loose in a run or yard and leave them to mate on their own. Both
parties agree to hold each other harmless for any injury inflicted upon their
dog by the other party's. Stevens also reserves the right to refuse service to
any Bitch whose temperament, in the opinion of Stevens, makes it unsafe for the
stud dog or Stevens to attempt the breeding. In this case, Bitch will be
promptly returned to owner.
5. The parties acknowledge that many variable factors are
involved and pregnancy can not be guaranteed. Unsuccessful matings, or cases
where all pups are stillborn or none survive past the age of two weeks, will be
handled as follows:
If breeding was achieved but no pregnancy results, or less
than two registerable pups survive past the age of two weeks, the following
shall apply:
A. Bitch Owner will have the option of one repeat breeding,
to the same stud dog, at no charge. This breeding must take place within twelve
months from the original breeding. If the option is not exercised within the
time limit specified, the option is void and the stud fee is forfeited. If the
same stud dog is not available, Owner will be entitled to one breeding, at no
charge, to another stud dog currently owned by Stevens of comparable quality. If
Bitch Owner desires to breed to a stud dog for which the fee is higher than the
one the bitch was originally bred to, Owner may do so by paying the difference
between the two fees.
B. If the Bitch Owner does not desire a repeat
breeding, Stevens will offer Bitch Owner one (1) puppy from a future litter, to
be mutually agreed upon by Bitch Owner and Stevens, of a quality comparable to
the price of the stud fee. Every effort will be made to select a puppy that
meets with Bitch Owner’s approval. Bitch Owner will be responsible for all
shipping charges, if applicable.
Bitch Owner may request the repeat breeding be done with a
bitch other than the one listed in this contract, subject to approval of the
substitute bitch by Stevens.
6. The parties agree that the fee for this breeding is to be:
_______________, payable upon delivery of the Bitch to Stevens. NOTE: Stud feeds
are non-refundable unless the mating was not accomplished.
7. If it is necessary for the bitch to be boarded in order to
complete the breeding, Stevens agrees that the Bitch will be confined in a
proper facility and cared for to the best of their ability. In the event of
illness or injury, Stevens will attempt to contact Bitch Owner immediately for
instructions. If Owner is not available, Stevens will use their best judgment as
to whether veterinarian assistance is needed and if so, will select a
veterinarian and take the Bitch for treatment. Bitch Owner will promptly
reimburse Stevens for all veterinarian expenses incurred on behalf of Bitch.
Bitch Owner agrees to release and hold Stevens harmless for any illness or
injury (including death) that occurs while Bitch is in possession of Stevens.
Seven (7) days board for the bitch is included in the stud
fee. If it is necessary for the bitch to stay longer, Bitch Owner will pay
Stevens $5.00 per day board.
8. Bitch Owner agrees to notify Stevens within three days
after the litter is whelped. Before litter registration applications are signed,
Bitch Owner agrees to furnish Stevens with photos or a video of the litter.
Bitch Owner also agrees to furnish Stevens with a copy of the litter form
showing the names, addresses, and phone numbers of the owners of the pups from
the litter, and also a description of the pup that went to each owner.
9. Bitch Owner agrees every effort will be made to place pups
resulting from this breeding in suitable homes, preferably those where they will
be utilized _________________________. Under no circumstances will any pups from
this litter be sold in pet stores.
10. All parties agree to cooperate by promptly completing
and/or signing any paperwork relative to this litter in its entirety, or
individuals from this litter. All parties will promptly comply with any
additional information or action that may be requested by the Australian
Shepherd Club of America or the American Kennel Club concerning this litter. All
parties also agree to exchange copies of pertinent documents (registration
papers, OFA and CERF certificates, etc.) as requested.
11. The parties hereto agree that this document is a legal
and binding contract, fully enforceable under the laws of the State of Alabama.
Any additions, deletions, or changes to this Contract must be initialed by all
parties in order to be valid.
12. Stevens certifies that the two Australian Shepherds named
in this Contract were naturally mated on the following dates:
_________________________________________.
Due date of the litter, from the first breeding, is
_____________________. (DATES VARY WITH INDIVIDUAL BITCHES - BE READY AT LEAST
ONE WEEK BEFORE DUE DATE.)
(Dated Signatures of All Parties)