Pet Adoption Agreement

West Georgia Pet Rescue

Date:______Pet Name:______Tag #______Breed______

Name:______DL#/State______

Address/City/State/Zip:______

Home Phone: ( )______Alt contact: ( )______

In consideration of the payment of ______the receipt of which is acknowledged ownership is transferred to the undersigned adopter who assumes all risk and financial responsibilities of ownership. The adopter releases West Georgia Pet Rescue herein and after West Georgia Pet Rescue referred to as WGPR, from any liability associated with any illness of the animal or damage, accident, or injury hereafter caused by said animal. The adopter agrees that West Georgia Pet Rescue will not in any way be held responsible for the conduct of this animal after its adoption. The adopter understands that some or all of the information provided on the Adoption Agreement regarding said animal may have been received by West Georgia Pet Rescue from a third party. The adopter understands that WGPR, does not warrant the accuracy of such information. If at any time, the adopter desires to relinquish custody, or WGPR demands its release for failure to comply with this agreement, the adopter agrees to return said dog to WGPR, making no charges of any nature for licensing, care, food, or other services or items provided by the adopter. The adopter agrees to pay any reasonable attorney fees, court expenses and liquidated damages of $1000.00 to WGPR if legal action against the adopter must be filed to enforce this Adoption Agreement.

TERMS OF ADOPTION

  1. Return: The animal may be returned to WGPR, at any time if the adopter is not able or willing to keep the adopted animal. I will return this animal to WGPR if I am asked to because of my violation of any term of this agreement or because of other conduct which is harmful to the animal or for misrepresentation of information on my application to adopt this animal.
  2. Transfer of Ownership: The animal may not be transferred to any other person or entity for any reason. The undersigned adopter is forced to relinquish custody of the animal at anytime for any reason, said animal will be relinquished only to WGPR. I agree that I shall never transfer ownership of this dog to an animal shelter, humane society, pound, or any other person.
  3. Refund: There will be no refund or reimbursement for any expenses incurred by the adopter for the above designated animal, even if returned to WGPR. This includes no refund for adoption payment.
  4. Health Problems: The dog will be cared for humanely, including adequate food, shelter, water, and veterinary care and will be licensed in accordance with the laws in the jurisdiction in which the dog resides with the adopter. The pet is to be kept as and indoor family pet and exercised in a fenced area or on a leash.
  5. Loss: If the dog is lost, or stolen, the adopter will notify WGPR immediately.
  6. ID Tag: Your pet should wear ID tags with a current name and address at all times.
  7. Food: I agree to feed my new pet high quality food as these diets will lengthen my pets lifespan. Ex: Science Diet, Iams, Eukanuba, Nutro, Purina---never a store brand
  8. Problem Notification: Because adjustment to a new home and family can be difficult for my pet, I will call or email WGPR if I see any behavioral problems develop. By getting help and advice quickly, I have a better chance of deterring unwanted behaviors.
  9. Reservation of Rights:WGPR reserves the right to enforce this contract in order to protect the welfare of the dog. It is understood that WGPR, may examine and may make inquiry about said animal at any time. IF the terms and conditions of this agreement are not upheld, WGPR reserves the right to enforce this agreement and to reclaim the animal.
  10. Liability: I have discussed the known medical status of this animal and understand that all future veterinary expenses will be my responsibility. I will indemnify and hold WGPR harmless for any damage which this dog may do to any person or property.

I have read and agree to all terms of this contract.

Adoptor:______

Rescue:______