MountainheelMastiffs
[email protected]
Lewisburg, West Virginia
Puppy Contract:
All Puppies are Sold with Limited AKC NON BREEDING Rights.
Breeder reserves the right to terminate contract for any reason, at any time prior to pickup of puppy, with a full refund of deposit and purchase price to buyer. Breeder always has priority pick of the litter of any litter that we want to hold back and others will have to wait for us to make our decision before choosing your puppy.
Show quality ratings are to be taken that at the time of the sale, the puppy has no serious and/or disqualifying conformation faults. In the opinion of the breeder, said puppy has favorable prospects of becoming a reasonable representation of the breed as outlined in the official standards. Breeder can not guarantee the future success of this dog in conformation shows.
All show (non breeding rights) prospect puppies and all companion/pet puppies are guaranteed against hip/elbow dysplasia (rating of moderate to severe for hips) and PRA for two years from the time of purchase. X-rays must be submitted to OFA on all Show puppies, not companion puppies. Copies of their findings must be submitted to the breeder. The guarantee is as follows: 1. If a show/breeder prospect puppy is found dysplastic (with rating stated above) of the hips or elbows by a veterinarian/OFA and the certificate has been sent to the breeder you have one of the two choices: a suitable replacement puppy of equal or better quality, upon availability, when puppy is returned to the breeder at buyers expense; or if the buyer wishes to keep the puppy: The breeder will sell them another puppy of similar quality for half the original purchase price. Breeder has option to have the puppy examined by vet of her choice before any replacement puppy is given.
Conditions not covered by warranty:
*As Subluxation, OCD and HOD can be the results of poor nutrition, improper exercise and/or excessive crating; No warranty shall apply to these conditions.
*It is the Seller’s opinion that unilateral dysplasia is a non-genetic and of injury or nutritional origin. *Seller Reserves the right to not warranty hips if evidence of atrophy due to torn fluctuate or meniscus ligaments of the knee joint are present.
Buyers Responsibilities
1. The buyer has 72 hours from the time they take possession of the Mastiff to take the puppy to their veterinarian for a physical examination. If at that time a serious genetic problem is found by the Veterinarian, the Buyer may return the Mastiff to the Breeder for a full refund or purchase price exchange the Mastiff for a puppy of similar quality if one is available. The Buyer will be required to provide a signed statement from the examining Veterinarian detailing the health problem. The Breeder may also request to speak directly with the Veterinarian that conducted the examination. The Breeder reserves the right to have the puppy examined by a Veterinarian of the Breeders choice, at the Breeders expense, for a second opinion of the condition before any monies are refunded. The Breeder assumes no responsibility for injury, illness, death, or any expenses of the Mastiff after it leaves the Breeder’s premises. Furthermore, the Breeder is not responsible for sickness, injury or death of the Mastiff as a result of misscare, neglect, or mishandling of the buyer.
2. Buyer agrees to maintain good health of the puppy by providing proper and prompt veterinary services for routine vaccinations, fecal examinations, heartworm, treatments and emergencies. Buyer must provide shelter against heat, cold, rain and snow. The puppy is not being sold as an outside dog to be left chained/kenneled with no human contact. The buyer is to provide proper exercise, grooming and socialization.
3. The Breeder’s name, “Mountainheel's Dralion” must appear at the beginning of the dog’s registered name on the AKC registration certificate. Failure to use the Kennel prefix, “Mountainheel's Dralion” will void the contract. AKC paperwork must be completed by the time puppy is six months old or the contract is null and void. The buyer agrees that at no time is the Mastiff to be registered with any other canine registration service other than American Kennel Club (AKC) or Canadian Kennel Club.
4. If the buyer for whatever reason cannot or does not wish to maintain custody of the puppy at any time during its lifetime, ownership shall revert back to its breeder including all AKC papers (signed over to breeder). The Breeder shall then place the Mastiff in an appropriate home and refund the Buyer the amount for which the Mastiff was placed to the new home, minus any expenses that the Breeder incurred while keeping the Mastiff. All receipts of expenses incurred by the Breeder shall be copied and given to the Buyer.
5. The Buyer agrees that the placement price of this Mastiff will be determined by the Breeder and shall be dependent upon the following criteria: age, condition and temperament of the Mastiff. In the event that the dog has not received adequate socialization or has health concerns, the breeder may use any refund due to the owner for rehabilitation for the benefit of the dog. In any and all cases: both parties agree that the very first concern shall be for the welfare of the dog.
6. Breeder retains the right to visit, or have someone visit the dog periodically for the purpose of determining what the litter produced or to just check in on the dog’s welfare.
7. The breeder reserves free stud rights to males bred by us for bitches owned or not owned by the breeder for the purpose of keeping our bloodline available. This shall be after said dog reaches 12 months of age. Not to exceed four breeding sessions for the male’s lifetime. It shall be the responsibility of the breeder to bring the breeding bitch to the male or pay to have the semen drawn and shipped and all expenses concerning the breeding shall be the breeder’s responsibility.
8. At no time shall this puppy be sold or given to a third party without expressed written, signed, notarized agreement from this breeder. (No other excuses shall be valid) In the event that I (buyer) relinquish custody of the puppy without notarized agreement from the breeder I do hereby agree to pay the breeder the sum of two thousand U.S. Dollars. Further, should I, (the buyer), relinquish custody of this Mastiff I realize that it shall be my responsibility to get the dog back to it’s breeder or to pay expenses for the breeder to recover the dog.
9. Should the buyer breed a puppy sold as a pet quality accidentally or deliberately, You agree to pay breeder the sum of two thousand U.S. dollars.
10. In the event of breach of contract I (buyer), so hereby agree that the breeder may obtain return of the dog without monetary reimbursement to the buyer and the breeder shall be due the sum of Five Thousand U.S. Dollars in the liquidated damages incurred to the reputation of the breeders kennel name. Buyer and Seller agree that this agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of West Virginia. If either party is forced to take legal action to enforce any part of this contract, action shall be initiated in county of seller’s residence.
11. In the event that litigation is commenced to enforce the terms of this contract, the breeders, shall be entitled to the costs thereof; including, but not limited to, attorney fees, and all travel expenses incurred by them and their attorney.
12. Buyer is to give breeder change of address and phone number if the buyer is to change locations. Breeder will do likewise.
13. The buyer agrees this dog will not be raised on slippery surfaces, or allowed to bound up and down stairs since these activities will contribute to dislocated shoulders, hips and damaged elbows. The buyer agrees the dogs weight will be under strict supervision until the dog reaches his second birthday. It is far better the dog be slightly underweight than overweight because excess weight will also break down his structure.
14. The buyer agrees to leave the dog intact until it reaches 24 months. Premature neutering/spaying is detrimental to the physical and emotional development of the dog. If the dog is neutered/spayed prematurely, without a veterinarian’s written recommendation and discussion with the breeder, the contract will be null and void.
15. ALL Buyers must continue giving a daily NuVet Plus vitamin supplement to the puppy for the lifespan of the Mastiff.
16. The buyer further agrees to feed a premium quality food. This is essential for proper growth and development of the dog. Your puppy is starting off on Science Diet Large Breed Puppy formula for the correct calcium/phosphorus/protein/fat content for giant breeds. It is specifically designed for large and giant Breed puppies. Science Diet Large Breed Puppy is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Nutrient Profiles for growth of large/giant size dogs. If you are going to transition to another brand, please transition over three days, changing the fractional balance of food over that period of time. I recommend that you feed a super premium food, preferably raw diet if willing to do so.
17. The buyer agrees to use Mountainheel Mastiffs as a resource for answering questions concerning health and development of your dog. You will be provided with our phone number and email address. Please feel free to call or email us with any questions concerning your new family member.
This puppy has been given a veterinary exam and has been given age appropriate vaccinations by our veterinarian, Dr. Patrick McHale at Seneca Trail Hospital in Lewisburg, West Virginia. A fecal has been performed; results were clear from parasites, protozoa, and worms. A complete medical record has been included in your puppy packet. Puppy has been started on a daily vitamin supplement of NuVet Plus which buyer will continue for the lifespan of the Mastiff: Failure to comply will result in breach of contract.
Mastiff puppies do best on adult food. Remember, the Mastiff will grow to what he was genetically programmed to be no matter how fast or slow that you get him there. It is best to take your time and grow them out slowly as to minimize joint and bone problems and thus have a sound, healthy dog. IF the dog food you intend to use is balanced for nutrition do not add supplemental calcium to the diet. Too much calcium causes more problems than too little!
Purchased on _________________________________
Purchase Price
$$$$
PRICE VARIES ON BREEDINGS
LIMITED AKC NON BREEDING RIGHTS
Litter Registration #
I SOLEMNLY AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE ABOVE CONTRACT ON THE ______________________DATE
Buyer Name (Print)____________________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________________________
City_________________________________State_____________Zip___________
Phone________________________
Email_____________________________________________
IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THESE CONDITIONS ARE SET FORTH FOR THE WELFARE AND THE PROTECTION OF THE PUPPY. THE MASTIFF BREED AS A WHOLE, AS WELL AS FOR THE TWO PARTIES, BUYER AND BREEDER.
Buyer Signature_____________________________________________________
THIS AGREEMENT WILL BE LEGALLY NOTARIZED BY BOTH PARTIES.
[email protected]
Lewisburg, West Virginia
Puppy Contract:
All Puppies are Sold with Limited AKC NON BREEDING Rights.
Breeder reserves the right to terminate contract for any reason, at any time prior to pickup of puppy, with a full refund of deposit and purchase price to buyer. Breeder always has priority pick of the litter of any litter that we want to hold back and others will have to wait for us to make our decision before choosing your puppy.
Show quality ratings are to be taken that at the time of the sale, the puppy has no serious and/or disqualifying conformation faults. In the opinion of the breeder, said puppy has favorable prospects of becoming a reasonable representation of the breed as outlined in the official standards. Breeder can not guarantee the future success of this dog in conformation shows.
All show (non breeding rights) prospect puppies and all companion/pet puppies are guaranteed against hip/elbow dysplasia (rating of moderate to severe for hips) and PRA for two years from the time of purchase. X-rays must be submitted to OFA on all Show puppies, not companion puppies. Copies of their findings must be submitted to the breeder. The guarantee is as follows: 1. If a show/breeder prospect puppy is found dysplastic (with rating stated above) of the hips or elbows by a veterinarian/OFA and the certificate has been sent to the breeder you have one of the two choices: a suitable replacement puppy of equal or better quality, upon availability, when puppy is returned to the breeder at buyers expense; or if the buyer wishes to keep the puppy: The breeder will sell them another puppy of similar quality for half the original purchase price. Breeder has option to have the puppy examined by vet of her choice before any replacement puppy is given.
Conditions not covered by warranty:
*As Subluxation, OCD and HOD can be the results of poor nutrition, improper exercise and/or excessive crating; No warranty shall apply to these conditions.
*It is the Seller’s opinion that unilateral dysplasia is a non-genetic and of injury or nutritional origin. *Seller Reserves the right to not warranty hips if evidence of atrophy due to torn fluctuate or meniscus ligaments of the knee joint are present.
Buyers Responsibilities
1. The buyer has 72 hours from the time they take possession of the Mastiff to take the puppy to their veterinarian for a physical examination. If at that time a serious genetic problem is found by the Veterinarian, the Buyer may return the Mastiff to the Breeder for a full refund or purchase price exchange the Mastiff for a puppy of similar quality if one is available. The Buyer will be required to provide a signed statement from the examining Veterinarian detailing the health problem. The Breeder may also request to speak directly with the Veterinarian that conducted the examination. The Breeder reserves the right to have the puppy examined by a Veterinarian of the Breeders choice, at the Breeders expense, for a second opinion of the condition before any monies are refunded. The Breeder assumes no responsibility for injury, illness, death, or any expenses of the Mastiff after it leaves the Breeder’s premises. Furthermore, the Breeder is not responsible for sickness, injury or death of the Mastiff as a result of misscare, neglect, or mishandling of the buyer.
2. Buyer agrees to maintain good health of the puppy by providing proper and prompt veterinary services for routine vaccinations, fecal examinations, heartworm, treatments and emergencies. Buyer must provide shelter against heat, cold, rain and snow. The puppy is not being sold as an outside dog to be left chained/kenneled with no human contact. The buyer is to provide proper exercise, grooming and socialization.
3. The Breeder’s name, “Mountainheel's Dralion” must appear at the beginning of the dog’s registered name on the AKC registration certificate. Failure to use the Kennel prefix, “Mountainheel's Dralion” will void the contract. AKC paperwork must be completed by the time puppy is six months old or the contract is null and void. The buyer agrees that at no time is the Mastiff to be registered with any other canine registration service other than American Kennel Club (AKC) or Canadian Kennel Club.
4. If the buyer for whatever reason cannot or does not wish to maintain custody of the puppy at any time during its lifetime, ownership shall revert back to its breeder including all AKC papers (signed over to breeder). The Breeder shall then place the Mastiff in an appropriate home and refund the Buyer the amount for which the Mastiff was placed to the new home, minus any expenses that the Breeder incurred while keeping the Mastiff. All receipts of expenses incurred by the Breeder shall be copied and given to the Buyer.
5. The Buyer agrees that the placement price of this Mastiff will be determined by the Breeder and shall be dependent upon the following criteria: age, condition and temperament of the Mastiff. In the event that the dog has not received adequate socialization or has health concerns, the breeder may use any refund due to the owner for rehabilitation for the benefit of the dog. In any and all cases: both parties agree that the very first concern shall be for the welfare of the dog.
6. Breeder retains the right to visit, or have someone visit the dog periodically for the purpose of determining what the litter produced or to just check in on the dog’s welfare.
7. The breeder reserves free stud rights to males bred by us for bitches owned or not owned by the breeder for the purpose of keeping our bloodline available. This shall be after said dog reaches 12 months of age. Not to exceed four breeding sessions for the male’s lifetime. It shall be the responsibility of the breeder to bring the breeding bitch to the male or pay to have the semen drawn and shipped and all expenses concerning the breeding shall be the breeder’s responsibility.
8. At no time shall this puppy be sold or given to a third party without expressed written, signed, notarized agreement from this breeder. (No other excuses shall be valid) In the event that I (buyer) relinquish custody of the puppy without notarized agreement from the breeder I do hereby agree to pay the breeder the sum of two thousand U.S. Dollars. Further, should I, (the buyer), relinquish custody of this Mastiff I realize that it shall be my responsibility to get the dog back to it’s breeder or to pay expenses for the breeder to recover the dog.
9. Should the buyer breed a puppy sold as a pet quality accidentally or deliberately, You agree to pay breeder the sum of two thousand U.S. dollars.
10. In the event of breach of contract I (buyer), so hereby agree that the breeder may obtain return of the dog without monetary reimbursement to the buyer and the breeder shall be due the sum of Five Thousand U.S. Dollars in the liquidated damages incurred to the reputation of the breeders kennel name. Buyer and Seller agree that this agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of West Virginia. If either party is forced to take legal action to enforce any part of this contract, action shall be initiated in county of seller’s residence.
11. In the event that litigation is commenced to enforce the terms of this contract, the breeders, shall be entitled to the costs thereof; including, but not limited to, attorney fees, and all travel expenses incurred by them and their attorney.
12. Buyer is to give breeder change of address and phone number if the buyer is to change locations. Breeder will do likewise.
13. The buyer agrees this dog will not be raised on slippery surfaces, or allowed to bound up and down stairs since these activities will contribute to dislocated shoulders, hips and damaged elbows. The buyer agrees the dogs weight will be under strict supervision until the dog reaches his second birthday. It is far better the dog be slightly underweight than overweight because excess weight will also break down his structure.
14. The buyer agrees to leave the dog intact until it reaches 24 months. Premature neutering/spaying is detrimental to the physical and emotional development of the dog. If the dog is neutered/spayed prematurely, without a veterinarian’s written recommendation and discussion with the breeder, the contract will be null and void.
15. ALL Buyers must continue giving a daily NuVet Plus vitamin supplement to the puppy for the lifespan of the Mastiff.
16. The buyer further agrees to feed a premium quality food. This is essential for proper growth and development of the dog. Your puppy is starting off on Science Diet Large Breed Puppy formula for the correct calcium/phosphorus/protein/fat content for giant breeds. It is specifically designed for large and giant Breed puppies. Science Diet Large Breed Puppy is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Nutrient Profiles for growth of large/giant size dogs. If you are going to transition to another brand, please transition over three days, changing the fractional balance of food over that period of time. I recommend that you feed a super premium food, preferably raw diet if willing to do so.
17. The buyer agrees to use Mountainheel Mastiffs as a resource for answering questions concerning health and development of your dog. You will be provided with our phone number and email address. Please feel free to call or email us with any questions concerning your new family member.
This puppy has been given a veterinary exam and has been given age appropriate vaccinations by our veterinarian, Dr. Patrick McHale at Seneca Trail Hospital in Lewisburg, West Virginia. A fecal has been performed; results were clear from parasites, protozoa, and worms. A complete medical record has been included in your puppy packet. Puppy has been started on a daily vitamin supplement of NuVet Plus which buyer will continue for the lifespan of the Mastiff: Failure to comply will result in breach of contract.
Mastiff puppies do best on adult food. Remember, the Mastiff will grow to what he was genetically programmed to be no matter how fast or slow that you get him there. It is best to take your time and grow them out slowly as to minimize joint and bone problems and thus have a sound, healthy dog. IF the dog food you intend to use is balanced for nutrition do not add supplemental calcium to the diet. Too much calcium causes more problems than too little!
Purchased on _________________________________
Purchase Price
$$$$
PRICE VARIES ON BREEDINGS
LIMITED AKC NON BREEDING RIGHTS
Litter Registration #
I SOLEMNLY AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THE ABOVE CONTRACT ON THE ______________________DATE
Buyer Name (Print)____________________________________________________
Address_____________________________________________________________
City_________________________________State_____________Zip___________
Phone________________________
Email_____________________________________________
IT IS UNDERSTOOD THAT THESE CONDITIONS ARE SET FORTH FOR THE WELFARE AND THE PROTECTION OF THE PUPPY. THE MASTIFF BREED AS A WHOLE, AS WELL AS FOR THE TWO PARTIES, BUYER AND BREEDER.
Buyer Signature_____________________________________________________
THIS AGREEMENT WILL BE LEGALLY NOTARIZED BY BOTH PARTIES.