Also known as Austin German Shepherd Dog Rescue (AGSDR)           A 501(c)(3) non-profit, 100% volunteer organization

German Shepherds Are Known for Helping People...   Now It's Our Turn to Help Them

      Our        To rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home German Shepherds from across the State of Texas.

 Mission:      To educate the public about the versatility and ability of the German Shepherd Dog...
...from Family Pet to Working Dog.

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Adoption Agreement & Release


This is a web version of the document you will sign.  The Word version is here.

 

                                                     

WHEREAS, Austin German Shepherd Dog Rescue (AGSDR), in consideration of the sum of $________ the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, fully assigns and releases to the undersigned individual (Assignee) the ownership of, and full responsibility and liability for, the following canine personal property:

 

 

 

A German Shepherd Dog (canine) known

 

 

A Mixed-Breed Dog (canine) known

 

informally as:

 

 

informally as:

 

 

Color/Description:

 

 

Color/Description:

 

 

Approximate Age:

 

 

Approximate Age:

 

 

 Assignee Identification:

 Name(s):

 

 Address:

 

 Telephone (H)

 

(W)

 

(C)

 

 Driver’s License #:

 

State:

 

Expires:

 

                                   

 

WHEREAS, THE ASSIGNEE EXPRESSLY RELEASES AND COVENANTS TO HOLD HARMLESS AGSDR, it’s officers, volunteers, and representatives, as well as their heirs and legal representatives, from ALL CLAIMS he/she ever had, or now has, or may have, involving or related in any way to the canine personal property described above. In addition, Assignee, with the intention of binding himself/herself, his/her spouse, heirs, legal representatives, and assigns, EXPRESSLY RELEASES AND DISCHARGES AGSDR, it’s officers, volunteers, and representatives, as well as their heirs and legal representatives, from all claims, demands, actions, judgments, and executions that Assignee ever had, or now has, or may have, known or unknown, against AGSDR, it’s officers, volunteers, and representatives in any capacity, as well as their heirs and legal representatives, created by or arising out of said claim. ______ Init.

 

I, __________________________, warrant that I understand and agree to accept and abide by the following restrictions as a condition making this contract and of accepting assignment from AGSDR of the canine personal property (hereafter referred to as the “dog”) described above.

 

1.      Non-Breeding: If the dog has not been spayed/neutered (S/N) at the time of adoption, I agree to have this dog S/N by (date) ___________.  I will provide AGSDR with written evidence of this surgery within ten (10) days after it is performed. S/N deposit collected $_______.  I agree that this dog will never be allowed to reproduce or breed.  _______ Init.

2.      Health: I agree that the dog will be placed on an inoculation program as prescribed by a licensed veterinarian in order to assure and maintain the health of the dog. The dog will receive rabies vaccination and be licensed in accordance with state and local ordinances and will wear an identification tag at all times. I agree that the dog will be tested for heartworms annually, and for the duration of the dog’s lifetime it will be maintained on a heartworm preventative program as prescribed by a licensed veterinarian.   _______ Init.

3.      Care:  I agree to accept full responsibility for maintenance and care for this dog including but not limited to adequate and nourishing food, daily fresh clean water, regular grooming, sanitary living conditions, exercise, positive interaction, safety, humane treatment, and shelter from all of the elements.  I agree to never allow this dog to be chained or tied outdoors to any anchoring point for any length of time.  I agree to never allow this dog to be involved in any altercation with another animal, whether on purpose, by accident, or otherwise.   _______ Init.

4.      Return:  In order to prevent this dog from being transferred to a series of owners, and placed beyond the ability of AGSDR to intervene if the dog needs future help to prevent neglect and/or abuse, the Assignee MAY NOT TRANSFER ownership or possession of this dog to anyone without first allowing AGSDR the right of first refusal to, at AGSDR’s choice, either reclaim the dog or approve the ownership change. The Assignee agrees to notify AGSDR of any change of address or phone number prior to the move or change.   _______ Init.

5.      Repossession: Failure of the Assignee to abide by the terms and conditions of this contract shall automatically result in awarding AGSDR the legal right to repossess and own this dog, and to recover from the Assignee, his/her heirs or legal representatives, the costs, expenses and attorneys fees associated with the repossession.   _______ Init.

6.      Non-refundable Consideration: I agree that the sum of money exchanged as partial consideration for the assignment of this dog ($_______) is NOT REFUNDABLE, under any circumstances, for any reason whatsoever.   _______ Init.

7.      DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY: I understand that AGSDR makes NO guarantees, warranties or representations WHATSOEVER as to the health, temperament, lineage, habits, behavior or other aspect of this dog. This dog is transferred in an “AS IS” condition, AGSDR expressly disclaims any warranty, implied or express, including but not limited to any warranty of merchantability and warranty of fitness for any purpose. Assignee accepts AT HIS/HER OWN RISK, this dog, and accepts all legal liability of ownership, and releases AGSDR and its representatives of any liability related to this dog.   _______ Init.

8.      DESCRIPTIVE HEADINGS.  The descriptive headings used herein are for convenience of reference only and they are not intended to have any effect whatsoever in determining the rights or obligations under this Note.

9.      CONSTRUCTION.  If any part of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or inoperative for any reason, the remaining parts shall remain effective and fully operative, and any Court so interpreting this Agreement and any provision in it is urged to construe intent of the parties accordingly.  This Agreement shall be governed, construed and interpreted by, through and under the Laws of the State of Texas.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assignee Signature

 

Date

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AGSDR Volunteer Signature

 

Date

  

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