ADOPTION AGREEMENT

 

THIS ADOPTION CONTRACT is made and entered into this ___________day of ___________, 20___, between The Winchester Veterinary Clinic (herein after referred to as WVC), and __________________________________(herein after referred to as Adopter, whether one or more persons).

 

Pet being adopted:

Name:  _______________________        Species:   __________­­____  Tag #________________

Approximate Age:  ______­­­­________        Sex:   ________________    Spayed/Neutered?______

Microchip #:           ________________________

 

THEREFORE, it is agreed as follows:

 

Adopter agrees to pay the sum of $_____________ to defray the costs of veterinary services.

 

Adopter agrees the pet will be kept as a home companion and will share Adopter’s home being given the same considerations as would a family member.  Meaning, cats will be indoor only and dogs will not be left outside for long periods of time.

 

Adopter will not use, nor will he/she allow the pet to be used for illegal purposes.  Adopter agrees that the dog will not be attack or protection trained and will not be used for guard work. 

 

Adopter agrees to care for this pet in a humane manner, including but not limited to providing water, premium quality food, shelter, exercise and veterinary care, including annual inoculations and heartworm prevention, for the duration of pet’s life.

 

If this pet is under the age of 6 months, Adopter agrees to have this pet spayed or neutered and to inform WVC when and where this service has been completed.

 

WVC has no knowledge of the temperament/behavior of the pet except as follows:  ______________________________________.  Adopter will not hold WVC responsible for any temperament/behavior problems that may exist with this pet.

 

Adopter agrees not to hold WVC responsible for any damages, injury, or financial responsibilities that may occur after taking this pet into their home.

 

Adopter has a trial period of 14 days with this pet.  If this pet becomes ill in the 14 day trial Adopter is to contact WVC immediately for treatment.  Payment will be discussed at the time of service.  If this pet does not work out in the household, Adopter agrees to contact WVC immediately for a plan of action.  The adoption fee is only refundable within this 14 day trial period.

 

Adopter has read, understands and agrees to the terms of the adoption agreement.

 

 

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Adopter’s Signature                              Date                                         WVC Staff Int.