Your Contract with Hope Animal Rescues

  1. I, the undersigned adopting party, understand and agree to the following terms and conditions of this contract in the acquisition of the above-described animal(s), hereinafter referred to as "pet" or "pets" (if adopting/adopted more than one pet)
  2. To agree to return the pet to Hope Animal Rescues if unable to keep the pet for any reason, To never abandon the pet, give to another person or surrender, sell or give the pet to a shelter, pet dealer or a laboratory.
  3. To agree to notify Hope Animal Rescues if the pet is lost or stolen and to make all reasonable efforts to locate the pet.
  4. To agree to notify Hope Animal Rescues in the event that the pet suffers a life threatening illness or injury, or if the pet is deceased.
  5. To never allow this pet to be trained for or used for protection or as an attack pet.
  6. To treat this pet as a family pet with affection and kindness, never subjecting this pet to neglect, abuse or cruelty.
  7. To provide veterinary care for all injuries and illness, including annual shots, heart worm preventative, and parasite checks.
  8. To always keep this pet within a fenced yard - not on a chain, or other restraint (unless being walked) or safely within the home.
  9. To never leave the pet unattended in a yard, fenced or unfenced.
  10. To never transport this pet unconfined in an open vehicle such as the bed of a truck or open jeep. Or in a vehicle with the window(s) down so far that the pet could fall or jump out causing injury or death.
  11. To regularly check the tightness of any collar. To affix any licenses and tags to the collar and to never leave a choke chain on the pet when not attended. The adopter(s) shall comply with all state / local ordinances regarding pet licensing, identification, and restraint.
  12. To notify Hope Animal Rescues of the pet's annual progress:
  13. To notify Hope Animal Rescues if I move
  14. To allow Hope Animal Rescues to periodically check on this pet.
  15. To contact Hope Animal Rescues (admin@hoperescues.com), a veterinarian, or an obedience trainer when problems arise so that the problem may be eliminated or alleviated.
  16. That any pet over the age of 5 months and not altered prior to adoption, must be altered within 2 weeks of this signed contract. And that any pet less than 5 months of age must be altered when they reach 5 months of age.
  17. I authorize my vet to release pet information to Hope Animal Rescues.
  18. To forever leave the microchip in Hope Animal Rescues' Name by not having it transferred.
  19. In the event that adopter breeches contract in such a manner that Hope Animal Rescues cannot reclaim the pet(s). Adopter will be responsible for reimbursing Hope Animal Rescues for all cost related to the care of the pet above the original adoption fee. I further understand and agree that...
  20. Non-compliance with any of the above terms and conditions may result in the immediate forfeiture of the pet (or multiple pets if more than one has been adopted) and that Hope Animal Rescues may reclaim pet(s) without payment of compensation to me/us.
  21. Hope Animal Rescues has advised me/us that the pet can sometimes dig, chew, soil and exhibit other undesirable traits unless properly supervised, confined and trained.
  22. Hope Animal Rescues has advised me/us that this pet may have been neglected, mistreated or abused and that special care or precautions may be required.
  23. Any notices to Hope Animal Rescues required by this contract will be sent first class mail.
  24. I/We am aware that if, for any reason, that I am unable to keep this pet, whether voluntary or involuntary, that I may not receive a full or partial refund of my adoption fee.
  25. In consideration of the adoption of this pet, I agree to hold harmless Hope Animal Rescues and any individuals associated with Hope Animal Rescues and indemnify such organizations or individuals for any damages or costs resulting from liability, known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated, as a result of the pet's conduct after the date of this agreement. I agree to accept responsibility for any and all future costs incurred for treatment or prevention of any illness in the pet. I understand that the pet may have been exposed to any infectious disease.
  26. I certify the information I have provided is correct and further understand that Hope Animal Rescues may refuse to adopt to any applicant for any reason. Hope Animal Rescues is not obligated to discuss the reason for denial with applicant. I authorize Hope Animal Rescues to investigate all statement and references in this application.

By Typing my Signature and submitting this application, I acknowledge I have read, understand and agree to all terms and I understand that my Electronic Signature is the equivalent of a hand written Signature.