Alice Caplinger

12975 Bucknell Cir W

Elbert, CO  80106

(719) 651-5947  

www.kodaridgebacks.com                        kodaridgebacks@gmail.com

PURCHASE AGREEMENT/SHOWABLE PET

This contract is made this            day of                  , ________, between Alice Caplinger (Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks), PARTY OF THE FIRST PART, and hereinafter named, “Seller”, AND _______________________________

                                                              ,  PARTY OF THE SECOND PART, hereinafter termed, “Buyer”.

This contractual agreement is for purchase of a showable Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy.  The puppy is male/female, whelped on _______________, and is identified by AKC Registration #________________________, microchip #________________________ and has the following color and markings:  _____________________________________________________________________.

This puppy is sold on a co-ownership agreement between the Seller and the Buyer.  Both Seller and Buyer’s names must appear on registration papers and all future records until said puppy is spayed or neutered.  Buyer agrees to register said puppy with the American Kennel Club as soon as possible, at Buyer’s expense.  Buyer agrees to use the prefix “Koda” when assigning a registered name to this puppy.

This showable quality puppy is sold to Buyer for the price of $______________ (US$) and receipt of said monies is acknowledged herein by Seller.  Within seven (7) calendar days, Buyer may elect to return the subject puppy for any reason.  Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks agrees to return the purchase price to Buyer in exchange for the subject puppy only if:

A.    The puppy is returned in the same state of health in which it was sold, and

B.     The puppy has not suffered any intervening injury, illness, or neglect.

Failure to satisfy either A or B above shall nullify any obligation of Alice Caplinger or Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks to refund any or all of the purchase price.

CONFORMATION:

This puppy is sold as a showable pet – this means that the puppy has no breed disqualifications at this time, however, this puppy may be deemed pet quality at a later date.  Buyer agrees to keep puppy intact until at least 15 months of age, so that Seller may evaluate show potential by that time.   If Seller deems said puppy showable, Seller agrees to personally show said puppy in AKC dog shows, at Seller’s expense.   Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks offers free conformation handling to all show quality puppies we breed.   All puppies must be socialized and trained for the show ring.  Costs of personal show equipment, training classes, photos, etc. (if any) are the responsibility of the Buyer.  Seller agrees to pay entry fees when Seller shows said dog; Buyer may incur additional expenses if dog needs to be transported or housed temporarily with another party.  A professional handler may be hired with consent of both Buyer and Seller, and both parties agree to split costs 50/50.   Seller may decide (by the age of 24 months) not to pursue a show career with said puppy.  In that case the puppy must be sterilized, and Seller will sign off as a co-owner if so desired by Buyer.

HEALTH:

As can be reasonably determined by Alice Caplinger, dba Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks, through evaluation with at least two (2) other breeders/persons familiar with the Ridgeback standard and health at the time of execution of this agreement, the puppy referred herein and the subject hereafter, is in good health and free from any communicable diseases or dermoid sinus. 

At the time of purchase the pup has been examined by a qualified veterinarian for a general health screening, dewclaw removal, and worming, if recommended by said veterinarian.  Said puppy has been vaccinated against Parvovirus and has had the appropriate puppy shots as recommended by a qualified veterinarian.  As long as the puppy is not exposed to strange or risky dogs, these early vaccinations, along with its maternal immunities should give it adequate protection.  As always, please seek the advice of your veterinarian.  The puppy has also been evaluated regarding temperament.  Buyer is completely satisfied with and waives any and all claims regarding the pup’s conformation and outward appearance (meaning the dog meets the breed standard at this age).  Seller is not responsible for changes that occur after the contract date or problems that occur because of improper nutrition, neglect, and care by another party.

Buyer is required to have said puppy examined by a qualified veterinarian of his/her choice within five (5) working days of receipt.  Any abnormalities or health problems identified by said veterinarian will be disclosed to Seller at that time.

Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks is proactive in limiting the progress of genetic diseases.  Being aware of any genetic problems in puppies from this kennel is vital to the improvement of our breeding program.  Therefore, if puppy is still intact by the age of 30 months, Buyer agrees to provide and submit to Seller, the following health/genetic screenings from a qualified veterinary specialist (Seller agrees to pay 50% of costs if Buyer uses a veterinarian approved by Seller):

OFA hips (bilateral)/or equivalent   

OFA elbows (bilateral)/or equivalent   

OFA thyroid    

CERF (eye clearance)

OFA cardiac

Seller recommends that said puppy not be forcibly road worked or lure coursed until at least 12-18 months of age, or until growth plates have closed.  Seller cannot be held liable for defects caused by negligence or carelessness on the part of the Buyer or any other party. 

BREEDING:

Buyer and Seller agree to abide by the Code of Ethics of the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States (attached) in all dealings related to said puppy.

Approval of Seller is required for  all future breedings of said dog or bitch.  Buyer and Seller agree not to breed subject puppy without OFA (or equivalent) hip clearance (good or excellent), OFA elbow clearance (normal), OFA thyroid clearance (normal), OFA cardiac clearance (normal), a current normal CERF exam, and DM status via DNA.  Buyer and Seller further agree that upon obtaining clearances described above, the subject dog will only be bred to AKC or CKC registered Rhodesian Ridgebacks which have also received the same genetic health clearances.  It is required that this puppy obtain a conformation championship before it is bred unless further agreement is made between Seller and Buyer.  This protective measure is Koda Rhodesian Ridgeback’s effort to assure the continuing betterment and genetic well being of the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Both parties agree that no puppies produced by the subject dog/bitch will be sold to a pet shop or any wholesale outlet (including puppy mills) at any time.  The Parties further agree that all puppies produced by the subject dog/bitch will be sold to individuals with a purchase agreement requiring spay/neuter for pet quality puppies, and a firm contract for buyers of show quality puppies prohibiting the sale to pet shops or wholesale outlets.

In fulfillment of this co-ownership contract the following conditions apply: 

·         Seller is interested in helping owner of puppy find an appropriate breeding partner.  This co-ownership agreement requires Seller to approve breeding in order to sign AKC litter registration papers.

·         If the puppy is male, Seller shall be entitled to two (2) complete stud services (including a minimum of two ties from each), from said dog at the time of the Sellers choice at no charge to Seller.  If any breeding specified above does not result in a litter of 3 or more ridged puppies, Seller will be entitled to an additional breeding.  After initial stud service, any further payments for stud fees will be split between Seller and Buyer.  Seller shall also be allowed to collect and store semen, at Seller’s expense – such semen will then become the property of Seller to use as she wishes.  Buyer shall be entitled to one stud puppy from any resulting litters whelped by Seller, free of charge.

·         If the puppy is female and both parties are open to breeding, Buyer agrees to allow Seller to obtain two litters from said bitch, by stud dogs of Breeder’s choosing.  Breeder will be responsible for all costs of first litter.  In return, Seller will be entitled to all proceeds from said litter, if any, and Buyer will be allowed to choose one puppy out of the litter to keep as his/her own, unless otherwise agreed upon between the two parties, in writing, before breeding takes place.  Three ridged puppies at 3 weeks of age constitutes a “litter”.

·         If said bitch is bred a second time Buyer and Seller will split all expenses and profits from second litter in a fair and equitable manner.  After a second litter is obtained it is agreed that said dog  will be spayed at the expense of the Buyer (unless further written agreement is made between both parties) and co-ownership will be dissolved if Buyer so desires.

·         Seller will sign over sole-ownership to Buyer when said dog has finished his/her championship, and after any breeding arrangements as stated above are fulfilled, and after the dog/bitch has been neutered or spayed.

TRAINING:

In order to have a well-adjusted and happy pet, Seller strongly recommends obedience training for all puppies.   Buyer agrees to use positive reinforcement methods when training this puppy.  Buyer further agrees that harsh training methods will not be used with the subject puppy.

Buyer also agrees that Ridgebacks are “house” dogs and do not do well as backyard dogs.  Also, allowing any dog to ride unrestrained in the open bed of a pick-up truck is considered extremely dangerous and is prohibited by the terms of this contract.

Buyer agrees to enroll subject puppy in a puppy kindergarten class or socialization class appropriate to age as soon as possible – most certainly before 6 months of age.    In order to develop a good canine citizen, the Seller also encourages Buyer to continue obedience training and/or performance training (agility, lure coursing, tracking, etc.) throughout the life of this puppy. 

MISCELLANEOUS:

If the subject puppy, due to circumstance, must be rehomed, Buyer is required to relinquish said dog to Alice Caplinger or her representative unless further written agreement is made between Buyer and Seller at that time.

Said puppy will not be resold or given away to a third party unless written agreement is made between Buyer and Alice Caplinger before such transaction.   

Buyer agrees that Seller will be informed of all accomplishments and/or problems with said puppy.  Copies of any genetic health screenings will be forwarded to Seller in a timely manner.  Buyer will inform Seller of address/phone number changes and agrees to keep in touch with Seller throughout the life of the subject puppy.

Seller agrees to be available whenever needed to help Buyer resolve any problems or concerns regarding this puppy.  Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks accepts full responsibility for bringing this puppy into the world and will stand behind said puppy and support the Buyer throughout the life of said puppy. 

Buyer and Seller understand that there is no other agreement (written or oral) between the two parties.  Buyer agrees that he/she UNDERSTANDS THIS CONTRACT FULLY, andthat this contract is under the jurisdiction of the El Paso County, State of Colorado, USA.

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THIS IS A BINDING AND LEGAL CONTRACT BETWEEN ALL PARTIES INVOLVED.  IN THE CASE OF “BREACH OF CONTRACT” BY THE BUYER, IT WILL BE DETERMINED THAT DAMAGES IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000.00 (US$) MAY BE AWARDED TO SELLER IN CASE OF SUCH BREACH, ALL ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS INCURRED BY ALICE CAPLINGER TO ENFORCE THIS CONTRACT SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF BUYER.

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This contract (4 pages) is entered into for the protection of the Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy identified herein, and Alice Caplinger, (Koda Rhodesian Ridgebacks). RRCUS Code of Ethics attached and part of thie agreement.

DATED this   _________ day of                              , 2013.

SELLER:       Signature:  ______________________________________

ALICE CAPLINGER

                         12975 Bucknell Cir. W                                phone:  (719) 651-5947 

                         Elbert, CO  80106                            email:  kodaridgebacks@gmail.com

BUYER(S):

Name: ____________________________

       Signature: _________________________________

Name: ____________________________

       Signature: _________________________________

 Address:  ______________________________________________________

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Telephone:  ________________Email___________________________

Telephone:  ________________Email___________________________