1. Definition Section:

  • a. For the purpose of this contract, "buyer" refers to ___________________
  • b. For the purposes of this contract, the term "puppy" refers to the dog said buyer is purchasing from Nordosten Kennel.
  • c. For the purposes of this contract the term "replaced" means that the buyer will return the "puppy" to Nordosten Kennel. Nordosten will then send a puppy of equal quality to the buyer. All shipping charges are paid by the buyer.
  • d. For the purposes of this contract, "stand" means the puppy's ears are sufficiently rigid to point vertical when the puppy is at attention.

2. The puppy's general health is guaranteed for two (2) weeks, from the day and hour it is shipped.

3. The puppy will have a thorough examination by Nordosten's veterinarian before being shipped. It will come with a State Health Certificate signed by Nordosten's vet.

4. When the pup is shipped, it comes with our kennel health records for worming and shots.

5. The pup's ears are warranted to stand. If they are not standing by five (5) months of age, buyer will have the dog examined by his vet and the ears will be taped for a period of four (4) weeks. A pup will not be replaced for soft ears after the age of 12 months.

6. The puppy's hips are warranted to OFA standards at two (2) years of age. This warranty expires when the puppy is twenty-eight (28) months old. We recommend preliminary x-rays at age twelve (12) months. If the buyer's vet suspects a problem with the hips, buyer will send said x-rays and evidence to the OFA for a preliminary opinion. Buyer will send a copy of said x-rays and evidence to Nordosten Kennel before the puppy is replaced.

7. There is no temperament warranty. Temperament is affected by genetics and environment and Nordosten has no control over environment, therefore temperament cannot be warranted.

8. If the puppy is bred before reaching two (2) years of age, all warranties are void.

9. This contract represents a full integration of all express and implied warranties. There are no other express or implied warranties, either oral or written. This contract is non-transferable.

10. The puppy will be named and registered by Nordosten Kennel.

11.  All deposits are non-refundable but can be transferred to another litter.