At HappyPaw Doodles (Breeder) we believe guardianship is a true partnership built on trust, communication, and a shared love for dogs. We are a boutique breeder dedicated to producing great companion animals. Our dogs are part of our family and a network of families, and they live in a loving home, enjoying daily life. We believe that all our breeding dogs deserve the same luxury; hence, we place our upcoming breeding dogs as puppies in homes with loving, responsible families. In exchange for a deeply discounted price for the puppy, the guardian (Guardian) agrees to the role of “caregiver” while we retain ownership and breeding rights.

Both parties (Breeder and Guardian) agree to be legally bound by the following agreement:

Ownership shall remain with the Breeder until the time when the Breeders shall, by written evidence, transfer ownership of the dog to the Guardian. Likewise, any puppies born to a female dog or any semen from a male dog shall be the sole and separate property of the Breeder. Upon completion of this Agreement, Breeder shall transfer possession of the dog to Guardian.

Breeders Responsibilities

During the time the Guardian has possession of the dog the Breeder shall provide the Guardian:

1. Dietary guidelines and instructions for health care of the dog, including worming and vaccination information.

2. Training on recognizing when a female comes in heat and approximate dates when to expect this.

3. Payment for all veterinary expenses as related to breed‐related costs (hip x‐rays, eye exams etc.).

4. If the dog is female, Breeder will take possession of the dog at the appropriate time for breeding and the dog will remain with the Breeder for approximately one week. Dog then reunites with the Guardian for its gestation period (pregnancy). The Breeder will take possession of the female dog about one week prior to her due date, and she will remain with the Breeder until her puppies are whelped and weaned (approximately 5‐6 weeks).

5. If the dog is male, Breeder may take possession of the dog up to eight (8) times in any 12 month period for up to five (5) continuous days each time for breeding.

Guardian’s Responsibilities

1. During the time the Guardian has possession of the dog, the Guardian shall:

2. Safely confine the dog by using a traditional fence or leash. Once the dog has been trained to respond to voice commands off-leash exercise is permitted. A female must be carefully guarded during her heat cycle and kept away from other dogs (heats last for about 3 weeks, no more than 2 times a year).

3. Provide adequate exercise for the dog on a daily basis.

4. Provide basic obedience training for the dog, either with professional classes or at home. Basic obedience includes, but is not limited to: sit, stay, come, down, walking on a leash, crate and potty training. We recommend one of the training options listed on our website, with a very cost-effective option being Baxter & Bella. http://bit.ly/baxterandbella (Discount code: HAPPYPAW).

5. Follow dietary guidelines as recommended by the Breeder.

6. Provide and pay for vet care as needed, including regular vaccinations and rabies vaccine, and administer monthly flea, tick and heartworm medications.

7. Consult with Breeders at the first sign of illness or at time of injury. This includes severe diarrhea, loss of appetite, vomiting, etc.

8. Meet Breeder upon request for breeding purposes, testing, etc, with earliest being 24-hour notice.

9. Notify Breeder of scheduled trips or absences which would warrant the dog needing boarding (boarding is at Guardian’s expense). Provide contact information of caretaker in case an unexpected breeding opportunity arises.

10. Maintain residence within an agreed upon distance from Breeder and provide address, telephone number and email address. Notify breeder if any contact information changes.

11. Maintain regular grooming and cleaning of the dog. We recommend every 6-8 weeks.

12. Agree to photography of dog displayed on internet and social media and provide occasional photographs to Breeder.

13. If the dog is female, meet Breeder approximately 5‐7 days before her due date. The dog will remain with the Breeder until her puppies are weaned (5‐6 weeks). She will then be returned to Guardian. Dog will be bred no more than 3 times in any 2 year period and will have a maximum of 3 litters. Breeder will decide if number should decrease after observing her pregnancy and mothering.

14. If there is a problem with any pregnancy that endangers the health of that dog, no future breeding will be required; the dog will be spayed, and ownership transferred to the Guardian.

Removal of Dog

Breeders may remove the dog from the possession of Guardian for non‐compliance of terms of this agreement, at which time this Agreement shall terminate. Breeders may immediately remove a stud dog from the Guardian home should the Guardians hire out the stud, or sell his semen, without specific written permission from Breeders. If this occurred, the Guardians would also pay the Breeders up to $5,000, the value of said stud service or semen.

Death of Dog

Should the dog die in the Guardian’s possession from natural of accidental causes that are not considered negligence, this Agreement shall terminate and neither party shall have any further obligation to the other party. Should the dog die in the Breeder’s possession from natural or accidental causes that are not considered negligence, this Agreement shall terminate and neither party shall have any further obligation to the other party. However, should a female dog die during whelping (delivery of puppies) Breeder shall give to Guardian, at no cost to Guardian, a spayed or neutered puppy born of the litter that caused the death of the female dog, if any puppies are born alive and survive for eight (8) weeks.

Transfer of Ownership

When breeding period has been completed or if Breeder determines that the dog, either a female or male, shall no longer be used for breeding purposes, Breeders shall have the dog spayed/ neutered at Breeder’s cost and shall transfer ownership of the dog to Guardian.

Return of Dog

During the term of this Agreement, Guardian may permanently return the dog to Breeders for any reason, at which time this Agreement shall terminate.

Immediate Payment to Breeders

If, prior to transfer of ownership from Breeders to Guardians, the following occurrences happen, the Guardians agree to pay the Breeders the sum of $7,000 (dollars):

1. Guardian, without the expressed written consent of Breeders, has the dog spayed or neutered.

2. Guardian intentionally causes injury to the dog that prevents the dog from breeding or intentionally or out of negligence causes death of the dog.

3. Guardian absconds with the dog or ceases communication with Breeders.

Non‐Transferable

This Agreement shall not be transferred to another Breeder or Guardian in whole or in part without prior agreement.

Notification and Correspondence

Notification and communication as required by the terms of this Agreement shall be made by Guardian via e‐mail or phone to the primary Breeder contacts, Annslee Hillyer or Ana Adams. If Breeder changes our primary contact, Guardians will be notified in writing of the change in primary Breeder contact.

The undersigned have read the above conditions and agrees to abide by them.