Pet Sales Contract & Health Guarantee

This contract certifies that the kitten/cat called:

Breed: Maine Coon Color:

Sex: Date of birth: Microchip #:

Registration (TICA) Number:

Registration (CFA) Number:

Sire: Registration #

Dam: Registration #

Was sold to: By: Liz Hansen

On: For the following price & terms: $

Purchaser agrees to the following conditions of sale:

Purchaser affirms that this transaction is not simply a purchase of property, but a lifetime commitment to this cat and to his or her welfare. If it becomes necessary for the Purchaser to give up this cat, Purchaser will contact the Seller who has the first option to take back the cat at no charge. Under no circumstance will this cat be sold, leased or given to any pet shop, research facility, or similar facility; nor to an animal shelter, humane society or other similar facility. If unable to keep this cat, Purchaser will contact the Seller immediately. Purchaser agrees not to place this cat in another home without the Seller's consent. Seller agrees to either accept return of this cat or assist Purchaser in placing this cat in an alternative, approved home.
Under no circumstance will this cat be declawed or devocalized.
This cat will not be allowed to roam outdoors; only an enclosed, covered run, or a safe harness and leash will be used for any outings.
Purchaser will provide this cat with high-quality cat food in appropriate quantities (neither too much nor too little). This cat is currently free-fed on a mixture of Royal Canin & Nutro Natural Choice Complete Kitten Care dry food. The cat/kitten in supplemented with Nutro Natural Choice Complete Kitten POUCHES.
Purchaser will provide this cat with at least annual veterinary examinations and vaccinations, as well as ongoing veterinary care as needed. Annual immunizations should include vaccinations against rabies and feline upper respiratory illnesses (rhinotracheitis, panleukopenia pneumonitis and calici virus). Seller does not recommend vaccinating the kitten/cat for Feline Leukemia (FeLV) or Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP). If Purchaser opts to vaccinate their cat with these vaccinations, and if the cat should subsequently develop FIP or other illness from the vaccine(s), the Seller has the option NOT to replace the kitten. The reason for this is the Seller feels that based on studies done at UC Davis, these can cause more harm than good to an indoor-only cat. Next annual booster shots are due no later than:___________________. Vaccinations this cat/kitten has had previously are listed on the veterinarian's confirmation of health certificate.
Purchaser agrees to keep this cat in a sanitary environment of sufficient room and space. This cat is not to live in a cage, unless temporary for health issues. Purchaser will provide a litter box and keep it relatively clean. A dirty litter box can cause illness and possibly encourage the cat/kitten to go "outside the box" to find a more suitable place, and this habit can be a difficult one to break.
Purchaser guarantees, to the best of his/her ability, that any other cats he/she owns are free of Feline Leukemia and other serious, contagious diseases. When introducing new cats to his/her household in the future, Purchaser will exercise all due caution in order to safeguard the health of this cat. This cat/kitten tested negative for FeLV & FIV on _____________.
Purchaser agrees to inform Seller immediately if this cat ever develops any major health problems.
Purchaser agrees not to have this cat euthanized without first contacting the Seller, unless a licensed veterinarian deems immediate euthanasia to be medically necessary.
If this cat dies of a potentially heritable condition (for example, a "blood clot") or for an unknown reasons, Purchaser will contact the Seller immediately, and will permit a necropsy to be done if Seller requests one (at the Seller's expense). Purchaser also agrees to provide Seller with a copy of the relevant veterinary records.
Purchaser will keep this cat free of external and internal parasites such as fleas and worms.
Purchaser will keep this cat relatively free of matted fur by grooming the cat as needed. If treating for fleas, purchaser should use a topical solution (such as Advantage or Frontline), but NEVER flea dip a cat, as cats are very sensitive to these chemicals.
The Purchaser should be aware that kittens often, during times of stress, such as going to a new home, will exhibit temporary signs of illness including but not limited to sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, diarrhea or constipation. These effects can be minimized by feeding the food provided by the Seller in your "new kitten care package", offering bottled/filtered water, and by taking the steps to reduce stress while introducing the kitten to the Purchaser's home and other pets. These symptoms should be temporary and go away within a few days if the kitten is not further stressed.
Purchaser will inform Seller of any changes in Purchaser's email address, street address or telephone number.

Seller guarantees the following:

Seller guarantees that, at the time of purchase, this cat/kitten is in excellent health, is feline-leukemia negative and is free of parasites. Cat/kitten given a dose of Revolution on _________. Our health guarantee covers viral and bacterial diseases, fungus infections, and internal and external parasites. It extends (for a 30-day period) through ____________. If during the guarantee period, the cat/kitten seems ill, it is to be examined by a veterinarian. If the vet feels that the animal is ill and that the illness was present prior to sale, the Seller should be contacted at once, before any major treatment is begun (except in an emergency situation). If, within 30 days of purchase, a veterinarian finds and certifies otherwise, Seller will refund veterinary fees necessary to correct the specific condition (not to exceed the purchase price). Seller will refund relevant veterinary fees only on presentation of a veterinarian's note describing the cat's condition and veterinary receipts that enumerate all charges.
Seller guarantees that this cat has had a full set of vaccinations, excluding rabies due to the kitten's young age, as described on the cat's veterinary history record provided.
Seller guarantees that this cat has been spayed (female), on a neuter agreement (male) and microchipped ( # provided at the top of this contract). Male kittens go on a neuter agreement and Purchaser agrees to have the kitten neutered by the age of 10 months, but no earlier than 6 months. Upon receipt of neuter, registration papers will be provided.
Purchaser may return the cat to Seller at any time during the cat's lifetime. If this cat is returned within 7 days of purchase, for any reason, the Seller will refund 100% of the purchase price. If returned after 7 days, Seller will pass on to the Purchaser any monies collected from placing this cat/kitten in a new home, less any costs incurred by Seller (such as Feline Leukemia testing fees). Seller will charge the new buyers the usual price for a cat/kitten of that age.
If desired, Seller will inform Purchaser of any heritable conditions definitively found within this cat/kitten's littermates, parents or grandparents. (for example, HCM). ___ yes ___ no (initial your choice)
If desired, Seller will inform Purchaser of any genetic mutations found through DNA testing, as it becomes available, within this cat's siblings, parents or grandparents. ___ yes ___ no (initial your choice)
Seller guarantees for up to FIVE years this cat will not develop any fatal heritable illness or defect (such as HCM). If the cat does, upon written documentation from a licensed veterinarian, Seller will provide Purchaser with a monetary refund or kitten of equal quality.
Seller will inform Purchaser of any changes in the Seller's email address, street address or telephone number.
Seller will extend to the Purchaser a $50 discount off the price of an additional cat or kitten (discount applies only if the additional cat or kitten will reside with the Purchaser).

This cat is sold under the provisions and guarantees set forth in this contract. Seller makes no guarantee other than those specifically described above. Seller’s total liability, is limited to the purchase price of this cat (or less, as stated above). Failure on the part of the Purchaser to honor the terms and conditions of this contract will result in the ownership of this cat being reverted to the Seller, with no compensation due to Purchaser.

I am in full agreement with, and agree to abide by, all the above terms and conditions of this contract.

Signature of Purchaser: Date:

Purchaser’s Name:

Address:

Telephone: Email:

Signature of Seller: Date:

Seller’s Name: Liz & Brad Hansen

Address:

Telephone: Email: Liz@Chemicoons.com Website: www.chemicoons.com