Christel Fleming, CPDT-KA, CBCC-KA, CBATI-KA, FDM, ABCDT www.connectwithcanines.com
This agreement relates to services to be rendered in reference to the below-named dog. Pet Owner hereby requests Connect with Canines to provide certain services with respect to the Pet Owner’s dog as requested by the Pet Owner and agreed to by Connect with Canines and as described in this agreement. Connect with Canines hereinafter known as “The Company” nor Christel Fleming hereinafter known as "The Trainer" cannot make any guarantees regarding the outcome of any training/counseling program. The owner assumes full responsibility for the dog’s behavior during and after the training/counseling program.
All services shall be provided at the Pet Owner’s residence or local common area, unless otherwise indicated in this agreement. Pet Owner acknowledges and agrees that training and other services may be provided at any location including public parks, dog friendly retail stores, local hiking trails and/or trainer’s residence. The Company agrees to exercise reasonable care to maintain a clean, safe and secure environment for the Pet Owner’s dog while the Pet Owner’s Dog is in The Trainer’s custody.
Pet Owner represents to The Company that upon arrival to The Trainer’s residence or upon the training start date at Pet Owner’s residence the Pet Owner’s dog is in good health and that all vaccinations are current. The Company may refuse to accept (or may terminate this Agreement and require Pet Owner to immediately pick up) any dog whose health, condition or behavior could jeopardize the health or safety of The Company's personnel or other animals.
Pet Owner agrees to pay The Company for services rendered based on The Company's standard service rates at the time services are rendered. Pet Owner also agrees to pay, at rates as determined by The Company in its discretion for any other amounts attributable to Pet Owner’s dog such as special feed, nutritional supplements, special care or handling and other services or supplies provided by The Company. The Company may require payment in advance or at the time services are rendered or may require that payment be made before the Pet Owner’s dog is returned to the Pet Owner. Otherwise, Pet Owner will be billed for services pursuant to this Agreement and payment is due upon receipt of the billing statement. Pet Owner will pay all of The Company's expenses in collection, including collection agency fees, attorneys’ fees and other costs. The Company may refuse service if billings remain unpaid. Pet Owner hereby grants The Company a lien against Pet Owner’s dog and other property in The Company’s possession for unpaid charges, it being agreed that The Company may at its option retain possession of Pet Owner’s dog until all charges are paid and Pet Owner shall be responsible for boarding charges during the time of possession of the dog by The Company.
Pet Owner agrees to attend all training sessions and complete daily homework assignments assigned by The Company in order complete each program. Pet Owner also agrees that results are not guaranteed due to the fact that program success is dependent on owner compliance.
CANCELLATIONS
The owner of the dog(s) may cancel any of the lessons provided twenty four hours’ notice is given to The Company. Provided the owner has pre-purchased a block of lessons, each owner postponement will count as one of the remaining lessons owed to the owner. Additional make up lessons may be purchased at $100 per lesson. The owner understands and agrees that failure to give the company twenty four hours’ notice of a lesson cancellation will result in The Company counting said failure as a completed lesson with the full amount owed by the owner to The Company for said lesson. Additionally, Pet Owner agrees that more than one no-show or more than one cancellation will result in termination of training services provided by The Company and Pet Owner agrees that all fees are non-refundable.
TERMINATION OF TRAINING
The owner of the dog(s) may have the animal withdrawn from training at any time, however, once training has begun; all fees are non-refundable.
LIABILITY
As the legal owner/agent of the below mentioned pet(s), having carefully read and fully understand this agreement, do hereby waive and release Connect with Canines, Christel Fleming, Real Manage Family Brands, Onplace, First Service Residential and Six Mile Creek CDD from any and all liability of any nature. Provided that The Company has exercised reasonable care, The Company shall not be liable for loss or damage to Pet Owner’s Dog, from any cause, including specifically but without limitation disease, theft, fire, death, escape, or injury. Moreover, regardless of whether or not The Company has exercised reasonable care, Real Manage Family Brands, Onplace, First Service Residential and Six Mile Creek CDD shall not be liable for loss or damage to Pet Owner’s dog from any cause of whatsoever. In addition, The Company, Real Manage Family Brands, On Place, First Service Residential and Six Mile Creek CDD shall not be liable for harm to persons, other animals or property caused by Pet Owner’s dog and/or Pet Owner and Pet Owner shall indemnify and hold harmless The Company, The Trainer. Real Manage Family Brands, On Place, First Service Residential and Six Mile Creek CDD from any liability for any damages caused by Pet Owner’s Dog or Pet Owner during or after completion of training program. In the event either party deems it necessary to employ legal counsel to protect its rights under this agreement, the prevailing party agrees to pay all expenses including, but not limited to costs and reasonable attorney’s fees.
MEDICAL TREATMENT
Upon arrival to The Trainer’s residence or upon starting services at Pet Owner’s Residence, The Company will examine the Pet Owner’s dog for fleas, ticks and other minor health problems. If health or other problems are found, The Company may in its discretion refuse services at the Pet Owner’s residence, refuse to accept the Pet Owner’s Dog into The Trainer’s residence or return the dog to the Pet Owner until such conditions are corrected. If the Pet Owner’s dog becomes ill or if the state of its health or condition requires professional attention while in The Company's care, Pet Owner hereby grants The Company the authority, in its sole discretion, to engage the services of a veterinarian of The Company’s choice. Charges by The Company or any veterinarian for services performed shall be paid by Pet Owner. The client will reimburse the Company for all charges related to this emergency care provided receipts are submitted to the owner. Upon receipt of such receipts, the owner/agent will pay all amounts noted on receipt(s) to the Company within fifteen days.
MISCELLANEOUS
The owner/agent will be responsible for purchasing all necessary equipment that The Trainer recommends for training the dog(s).
MEDIA RELEASED
Client hereby gives his or her full consent to all photographs, audio recordings, academic work, and/or video recordings taken of me and my Dog during any services provided by Trainer. Client agrees to seek similar consent from any persons present during Trainer’s services held at Client’s property. Client understands that any such photographs, audio recordings, academic work, and/or video recordings (“Media”) become the property of Trainer and that Trainer may use such Media without restriction and without any compensation owing to Client. Trainer may use such Media for educational, instructional, or promotional purposes in any format.
This training agreement represents the full and only agreement between the parties. The terms and conditions set forth in this agreement cannot be modified or changed in any way unless agreed to by both parties in writing. I have read, fully understand and agree to the above contract terms.
