At [Portuguese water dog], we are committed to producing healthy and well-socialized Portuguese Water Dog puppies. We take great care in our breeding program and offer the following health guarantee to give you peace of mind:
1. Initial Health and Veterinary Care:
- Each puppy will have received its first vaccinations and appropriate deworming treatments before going to their new home.
- A record of the veterinary care received will be provided to you.
- We recommend that you schedule a wellness examination with your licensed veterinarian within [Specify Timeframe, e.g., 72 hours] of receiving your puppy. This initial check-up is crucial for establishing a relationship with your vet and ensuring your puppy’s continued well-being.
2. Limited Initial Health Guarantee ( [Specify Timeframe, e.g., 72 hours] ):
- We guarantee that your puppy is free from any apparent infectious or contagious diseases at the time of sale.
- Should your veterinarian diagnose a significant health issue within [Specify Timeframe, e.g., 72 hours] of your puppy’s arrival that, in their professional opinion, existed at the time of sale, you must notify us immediately (within this 72-hour period) and provide a written veterinary report detailing the findings.
- In such a case, we will offer you the option of returning the puppy for a full refund of the purchase price, provided the puppy is returned to us in the same condition as when it left our care, along with all original documentation. We are not responsible for any veterinary costs incurred.
3. Genetic Health Guarantee ( [Specify Timeframe, e.g., 2 years] ):
- We offer a [Specify Timeframe, e.g., 2-year] guarantee against debilitating congenital or hereditary conditions known to affect the Portuguese Water Dog breed that significantly impact the puppy’s quality of life. This guarantee specifically covers:
- Hip Dysplasia: Diagnosed as moderate or severe by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) or with a PennHIP score below our established acceptable threshold.
- Elbow Dysplasia: Diagnosed as Grade 2 or 3 by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA).
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA): Diagnosed as affected by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist through appropriate testing (e.g., genetic testing or retinal examination).
- Juvenile Dilated Cardiomyopathy (JDCM): Diagnosed as definitively affected by a board-certified veterinary cardiologist through appropriate cardiac evaluations.
- This genetic guarantee does not cover:
- Conditions that are treatable through medication or surgery.
- Common minor issues such as umbilical hernias that do not require surgical intervention, retained puppy teeth, or external parasites discovered after the initial 72-hour period.
- Conditions resulting from injury, accident, neglect, or environmental factors.
- Any condition not specifically listed above.
4. Breeder’s Responsibility and Buyer’s Responsibility for Genetic Issues:
- In the event that a covered genetic condition is diagnosed within the [Specify Timeframe, e.g., 2-year] guarantee period, you must:
- Notify us in writing immediately upon diagnosis.
- Provide us with all relevant veterinary documentation from a board-certified specialist (orthopedic surgeon, ophthalmologist, or cardiologist) confirming the diagnosis.
- Provide us with copies of all relevant health testing of the puppy’s parents, if requested.
- Upon verification of the diagnosis, our sole obligation under this genetic guarantee will be, at our discretion, to offer you a replacement puppy of comparable quality and sex from our next available litter, or a partial refund of the original purchase price (not to exceed the original purchase price). You will be responsible for any transportation costs associated with a replacement puppy.
- We reserve the right to have the diagnostic findings reviewed by our own consulting veterinarian.
5. General Exclusions:
- This health guarantee is non-transferable.
- We are not responsible for any veterinary expenses incurred by the buyer.
- Maintaining the puppy’s health through proper diet, exercise, grooming, and regular veterinary care is the sole responsibility of the buyer. Failure to provide adequate care will void this guarantee.
By purchasing a puppy from [Your Kennel Name], you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions of this health guarantee.
Key Improvements and Considerations in these Rewrites:
- Breed-Specific Health Concerns: Explicitly mentions hip and elbow dysplasia, PRA, and JDCM, which are important for Portuguese Water Dogs.
- Clear Timeframes: Specifies time limits for the initial vet check and the genetic guarantee.
- Specific Diagnostic Requirements: Requires diagnosis of genetic issues by board-certified specialists and outlines the necessary documentation.
- Clear Remedies: States the options available to the buyer in case of a covered health issue (replacement puppy or partial refund).
- Detailed Exclusions: Clearly lists what is not covered by the guarantee.
- Buyer Responsibilities: Emphasizes the buyer’s role in providing ongoing care.
- Kennel Name: Uses “[Your Kennel Name]” as a placeholder. Remember to replace this with your actual kennel name.
- Removal of Irrelevant Information: The “Closed Care Policy” and “No Visitor Policy” are more about your kennel practices than a direct health guarantee to the buyer and can be communicated separately. The mention of screening family and friends is also less relevant to the formal health guarantee.
- Focus on Verifiable Conditions: The guarantee focuses on conditions that can be objectively diagnosed.
Remember to consult with a legal professional to ensure your health guarantee complies with local laws and adequately protects your interests. You may also want to discuss the specifics of your guarantee with potential buyers to ensure they understand the terms.