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Puppy Adoption and Purchase Contract with Maximus Bernese Mountain Dogs   

 

Purchase price: 2550.00

Dam: Maximums Bernese 

Sire: Maximus Bernese

Sex: 

Name: Puppy chosen:

Maximus Bernese 

Microchip #: ___________________________________https://www.foundanimals.org/microchip-registry/  please register here and add me as an alternate contact. 

Color: Black/White/Rust --TriColor   Date of Birth: ​​​

 

Spay/Neuter: Bernese Mountain Dogs are not fully grown until the age of 2 years, therefore early Spay/Neuter can be detrimental to their health. Hormones are very important for the growth, health, and longevity of the dog. Spay/Neuter can shorten the life span 2 years or more, can cause arthritus, painful joints, and additional health problems. Early Spay/Neuter is considered a Breach of Contract and will nullify any Health Guarantee associated with this puppy. In addition, a $3,000 fine paid to Maximus Bernese will be imposed for early Spay/Neuter. Please understand how important it is to allow the dog to delvelope to adulthood, it is your responsibility to allow this beautiful new family member their best and healthiest life. By signing this document, you are in agreement that this puppy will remain intact, you will not Spay/Neuter until he/she reaches 2 years of age. Initial _____ Initial ____  Date ____

Breeding: Breeding rights are not being offered with this puppy. If it is found that a breeding has taken place accidentally or intentionally, there will be a fine of $10,000 billed to the purchaser and signer of this contract. By signing this document, you are in agreement that this puppy will not mate with nor be bred to any canine. ____ _____ _____

Health Information: Puppies have been bred by a AKC Breeder of Good Standing, with parents and/or grandparents tested for the relevant BMD health issues.  Purchaser is required to complete the remaining needed vaccinations on appropriate dates to protect puppy from DHPP (Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza). Leptospirosis is an additional recommended vaccination for an older puppy.

Continued deworming with Safeguard, fenbendazole, is recommended as puppies can easily injest larvae, cysts, and giardia from soil and puddles. 

Rabies vaccination should not be administered until the puppy is 12 months old. A complete schedule of vaccinations to be provided on adoption date. See https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-shots-complete-guide/ 

Protecting joints of BMDs as they grow is imprortant. Both activity and food should be monitored for best health results. Food high in protein may cause uneven growth and may cause growing pains and knuckling. Adjust protein levels if knuckling or pain is apparent. While growing pains are to be watched for the dog will continue grow into an appropriate adult. Do not have surgery for any reason not deemed an emergency until the dog is 2 years of age. Please, keep the Breeder informed of any concerns. 

Socialization: This puppy has been raised using socialization techniques in www.puppyculture.com and owner is encouraged to learn about these important socialization techniques. This next link will take you to an article that explains the experience from puppy to adulthood, please review. http://bmdinfo.org/bernerpedia/articles/Bernese_9_months_old-Teenagers_Solutions.php 

Adoption Day: Puppies will go to their new homes at approx 10 weeks of age (no sooner than 9 weeks). The longer puppy is with mom and the litter mates, the better it is for the pups health and socialization. Please bring a puppy blanket and toy to rub on momma dog for a comforting scent.  Side Note: I have found that boots are very comforting for puppies. To the puppies, snuggling with boots feels like snuggling with litter mates. 

Visitation: We love to stay in contact with our puppy families and continue with puppy playdates. Once the puppy is officially adopted we will add you to our Maximus Bernese Family FB page.

Payment: Full payment to be received (minimum) one week prior to puppy pickup, unless full payment of cash is provided at pick up.

Congratulations on your New Family Friend! Please, don’t hesitate to call/email with any questions or concerns, we are here for you! 

Sincerely,

Gina Johnson --Maximus Bernese Mountain Dogs 

  • maximusbernese.pbwebs.com/
  • P.o. Box 104 Southworth, WA 98386    
  • maximusbernese@gmail.com
  • 253-318-0786

Purchaser (s)             

Name:     

Address:

Phone #

Email: 

Terms of Sale:

 Puppy has been microchipped, de-wormed with 1st vaccinations completed.

  1. A health record will be provided to Purchaser at time of sale. Any health issues/concerns will be declared at the time of sale. 
  2. Purchaser shall maintain this dog in accordance to society accepted standards of humane care. In addition, purchaser agrees that said dog is to be an indoor dog with an outdoor fenced area with proper shade and water for day play.  Purchaser agrees to keep this dog in their personal possession, and to provide proper and sufficient food, water, shelter, grooming, and humane treatment at all times.
  3. Purchaser agrees to procure veterinary care if this dog becomes sick or injured, and to keep current all vaccinations and deworming as recommended by https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/puppy-shots-complete-guide/ 
  4. Purchaser agrees to keep Gina Johnson/Maximus Bernese as the secondary contact person on the microchip website. https://www.foundanimals.org/microchip-registry/
  5. Purchaser agrees that should they be unable to keep said dog at any time during the dog’s lifetime for any reason, the dog will be returned to Gina Johnson/Maximus Bernese. Under no circumstance should the dog be placed in a shelter. Seller will be notified and given first right of refusal if dog must be rehomed to 3rd party.
  6. Purchaser shall not sell the dog to commercial dog wholesalers, research labs, or pet shops. The purchaser further agrees not to donate the dog to an animal control agency, animal rescue group, Humane Society or similar shelter.
  7. Purchaser agrees to keep this dog as their household pet and companion. Purchaser agrees to exercise the dog on leash or within a fenced area, and never let this dog run loose without adequate adult supervision. To never chain or tie this dog without being in attendance.
  8. Purchaser assumes full responsibility and liability for this dog’s actions, including any damage done by this dog.
  9. The adopted puppy must NOT be neutered/spayed until approx. 2 years of age, absolutely no earlier than 17 months of age. See above for health explanation. Maximus Bernese will have the right to reclaim the dog if neutered/spayed earlier than 17 months, the dog must now go on a strict hormone replacement regimine to ensure proper growth and joint stability. 
  10. If puppy is adopted/purchased without breeding rights, Purchaser will not breed the dog. If an accidental or intentional breeding occurs, Purchaser will contact Gina Johnson/Maximus Bernese and will pay Full Breeding price to Gina Johnson/Maximus Bernese. Puppies bred without full AKC Registration prior to breeding will not receive full Breeding Right AKC documentation for said litter.  
  11. Possible Plans to upgrade to Full Breeding Rights must be discussed at time of contract and purchase date. Final payment equaling total price of $3800.00 must be paid to Gina Johnson/Maximus Bernese before the puppy reaches one year of age or breeds.
  12. Enjoy your puppy! We will have ongoing puppy family reunions. We hope you will join us!

Purchaser(s): _____________________________________   & _______________________________________ Date: __________

 

Seller: _________________________________________   Date: __________

 

Microchip

1st Vaccine

 

2nd Vaccine

 

3rd Vaccine

 

Deworming with Safeguard:

 _____ ______ _______ ________ ______ _______ ______ ______

 

Rabies vacc at one year