Terms of
Contract – Limited Registration
1. This puppy/dog is being sold as a pet/companion rather than
for breeding or conformation show purposes.
2. This puppy/dog is purebred and is AKC registerable.
3. This puppy/dog is known to be of good temperament at time of sale.
4. This puppy/dog has the following known condition(s)___________.
5. This puppy/dog is sold with a general health guarantee
of seven days.
6. Seller is not responsible for airborn viruses after the
puppy/dog has been exposed to its new environment (i.e. parvo, influenza, distemper, etc.)
7. The Buyer is responsible for all costs from this day forward.
8. The
Buyer is responsible for all shipping and transportation costs.
9. If
the Buyer decides to sell or otherwise dispose of this puppy/dog, Seller has the first right of refusal.
10.The
conditions of this Contract of Sale are non-transferable.
Requirements:
1. The Buyer agrees to have a "Well-Puppy/Dog Check "
done on this puppy/dog by a veterinarian within 4 days of purchase to assess the health of the animal at the time of
purchase. If the Buyer is not satisfied with the exam, return the puppy/dog immediately, at Buyer's expense, for a full
refund of the purchase price of the puppy/dog.
2. This puppy/dog is sold with the Alteration Agreement noted below.
AKC papers will be released upon verification of alteration.
Recommendations:
1. Because proper nutrition is essential, we strongly recommend
all puppies from our kennel continue on a high quality puppy food such as Nature's Variety Prairie Large Breed Puppy, and
then switch to a quality adult formula at one year of age, such as Nature's Variety Beef Meal and Lamb Meal or California
Natural Lamb & Rice.
2. Because
many health problems are associated with annual vaccinations, we recommend that titer testing be done before administering
any vaccinations, beginning with the one year boosters, and then giving only the vaccinations the titer test indicates are
needed.
3. We recommend (in Minnesota) that the rabies vaccine be
given only every 3 years. (Legal requirements are different in every state.)
4. We
recommend that your puppy receive a microchip by 4 months of age.
5. We recommend using only Frontline Plus and Heartgard Plus
medications as we have never had any problems with these products.
6. We
recommend weekly brushings, at a minimum, with monthly baths to maintain a healthy, mat-free coat.
7. We
recommend weekly ear cleaning, nail trimming and feet trimming to ensure healthy ears and proper development of the feet and
to provide the best possible traction on floors.
8. We recommend using only flat leather collars for daily
use and Herm Sprenger prong collars for training.
9. We recommend as much free running and play as possible to help in proper
development of muscles and bones.
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Alteration Agreement
My purpose of purchasing this purebred
puppy/dog is for companionship only. Since it is sold as a companion and not for breeding or conformation
show, I agree to have this puppy/dog altered (spayed or neutered) by the age of 6 months. The AKC Registration
Form or Certificate of Application Form will be provided when the Seller receives a statement verifying the alteration from
the veterinarian performing the surgery.
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Disclaimer I understand that Bernese Mountain Dogs are a large breed dog and are therefore subject
to health conditions and problems associated with large breeds and dogs in general. I understand that there
is a potential for hip and/or elbow dysplasia, cancer, bloat, entropion/ectropion eyes and various other health conditions
and issues. I understand there are no “perfect” dogs and I understand that I am not purchasing a “perfect”
dog. I understand that this is a commitment to care for another living being and I am willing to undertake
all responsibilities - financial, emotional, mental and physical – that are required now and in the future.
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Reference Info As a member of the Little Bear Berner Family, we would like to use you as
a reference to help others make an informed decision about purchasing a puppy from Little Bear Berners. If
you agree to be used as a reference with possible inclusion on our web page or Reference List, please sign and date here. Buyer _____________________________________Date ____________________Or, if you prefer not to be included,
please sign and date here. Buyer _____________________________________Date
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Documentation Provided
by Website, E-mail or at Time of Sale
_____Health evaluations on sire and
dam, _____Important Puppy Info Packet, _____A three generation pedigree, _____Veterinary Treatment Record, _____Info on Vaccinations
and Titer Testing, _____AKC Certificate of Application Form, _____AKC Registration Form
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