Assumption of Risk
I (the “Participant”) acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in dog training and related activities provided by Canine Sports Zone, LLC with knowledge of the potential dangers. I understand that being around dogs and participating in the aforementioned activities at Canine Sports Zone, LLC involves some risk of injury to my dog, myself, and my guests. I understand and accept full responsibility for the acts and activities of my dog, myself, and my guests, anytime we are in Canine Sports Zone’s facility or on Canine Sports Zone’s grounds. I acknowledge that Canine Sports Zone, LLC cannot protect against every potential injury, risk or accident to me, to other persons, or dogs participating in dog training and related activities; or to damage to property. I understand and acknowledge that such risks are inherent and cannot be eliminated. I am not relying on Canine Sports Zone, LLC to prevent such injury, risk, accident or damage to property.
I understand that this Agreement is intended to shift the risk of participating in dog training and related activities at Canine Sports Zone, LLC to me (the “Participant”). I assume the risk to myself, my dog, and others accompanying me while participating in the aforementioned activities, including associated risks of bodily injury, death or property damage. In order to participate in any activities at Canine Sports Zone, LLC, I, being fully informed of such risks and hazards, agree to assume all risk of such occurrence.
Release of Liability
I agree that in consideration for being permitted to participate in dog training and related activities provided by Canine Sports Zone, LLC, and/or to use any of Canine Sports Zone’s facility and/or equipment in connection with dog training and related activities, I, for myself, my heirs, next of kin, executors, and personal representatives (collectively, “ Releasors”), assume the entire risk associated with participating in such activities and waive, releases, discharges and covenants not to sue Canine Sports Zone, LLC, its owners, directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers or other representatives, their successors and/or assigns (collectively, “Releasees”), from any and all liability to Releasors for any loss, harm, damage, claim, injury (including death) or accident to the person or property of Participant, Participant’s dog, and any other persons accompanying Participant at the dog training and related activities, including minor children, arising out of or related to participating in dog training and related activities or using any facilities or equipment at Canine Sports Zone, LLC, even if caused by any negligent act or omission of Releasees.
Nothing herein is intended to release Releasees from any harm, injury, claim or damage caused by intentional, wanton or reckless conduct.
Indemnification
I agree that I am and will be responsible for my conduct and the conduct of my dog and others accompanying me (including minor children) at all times. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Canine Sports Zone, LLC, its owners, directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers and other representatives (“Canine Sports Zone Personnel”), from any and all claims of injury (including death), loss, cost, expenses, or damage to persons, dogs, or property caused by the acts or omissions of me, my dog, and any other persons accompanying me, including any minor children, during the course of training or related activities, as well as by the conduct of my dog under my own care as a result of following training instructions. This provision applies whether the claims are made by me, members of my family, my accompanying guests, Canine Sports Zone Personnel, or third parties.
No Guarantee of Results
I recognize that the role I play in my dog’s learning process is integral to achieving desired results. I acknowledge and agree that there is no guarantee that my dog will achieve the desired level of training, despite the best efforts of Canine Sports Zone, LLC. I further understand that the recommendation of any other product or service by Canine Sports Zone is not a guarantee of satisfaction with that product or service.
Savings Clause
I expressly agree that the foregoing assumption of risk, release, waiver, and indemnity provisions are intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by applicable law, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, I agree that the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
Responsibility to Be Informed of Canine Sport Zone, LLC’s Current Policies
I agree to actively keep myself informed of Canine Sports Zone LLC’s current policies which are posted on the Policies and Information page on Canine’s Sports Zone’s website (
https://caninesportszone.com/policies-information/). These policies include, but are not limited to: cancellations; right to refuse services; classes; payments; etc. Policies are subject to change. I acknowledge that it is not Canine Sports Zone’s responsibility to ensure I am current on all policies.
Dog Vaccines and Health
I hereby certify that my dog is current on rabies and any additional vaccinations as recommended by my veterinarian while participating in dog training or related activities at Canine Sports Zone, LLC. I also certify that to the best of my knowledge my dog is free of parasites and free of communicable diseases. I agree to NOT BRING my dog to Canine Sports Zone, LLC (building and/or grounds) if I know or suspect that my dog is ill.
Dogs that Exhibit Aggressive Behavior
I understand that dogs that exhibit aggressive behavior towards humans and/or animals are not allowed on the premises of Canine Sports Zone, LLC.
Knowing and Voluntary Execution
I declare that I am at least 18 years of age and competent to sign this Agreement. I acknowledge that I have carefully read this Agreement, understand its contents, and agree to be bound by its terms. I specifically understand that this Agreement includes an assumption of the risk of Canine Sports Zone, LLC’s negligence and a release of Canine Sport Zone, LLC’s liability.