This is our health guarantee contract and SC law codes (below HG contract) that will be given to you, along with heath records. you will be asked to sign that you have received and understand them. These are set to protect you ,I and the puppy.
this has put up just as you will receive them. so you know in advance what what you will be asked to do and what you will be signing. to answer why our guarantee is this way you can read more click here
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Joy Wescott guarantees this puppy to be in good health to the best of her knowledge at the time of sale after passing a licensed veterinarian exam.
Purchaser agrees to have the pet examined and set up future vaccination and deworming schedules by a licensed veterinarian 3 business after delivery. Failure to do so voids this contract.
If any life threatening congenital/genetic or other such defects are found, If any life threatening congenital/genetic or other such defects are found within the codes time frame, the purchaser must contact Joy immediately and inform the seller of which option the purchaser chooses according to SC code 47-13-160. (below) The purchaser must contact Joy immediately. and inform the seller of which option the purchaser chooses according to SC code 47-13-160. (below)
it is the purchaser's responsibility to return the pet with all registration and medical records to the seller within 14 days. At no time do we reimburse for time off of work, travel time or gas expenses.
In the event of death of the pet within the first 14 days of purchase, purchaser is required to take the body to a diagnostic lab which will announce the cause of death . A negligent cause on the part of the purchaser will not be considered for SC code 47-13-160 option
Purchaser understands if equal quality replacement pup option is chosen it may take up to a 12 months to produce
A copy of the veterinarian's findings is required to be provided to seller before a refund/option will be given. Any reports from the vet must include the breed, color, age, and sex of the pet.
Known issues at time of sale:__________________________________ do not qualify under SC code 47-13-160 since purchaser had prier knowledge and still chose to purchase.
This pet is sold as pet quality only and there are no guarantees as to the future size, color, show ability, or breeding ability unless specified in this contract. All pups sold as pets with papers will be sold with limited registration
*NOTE* Euthanization without the consent of the seller will void this contract. At no time, in any part of this guarantee, including the SC Lemon Law, do we guarantee against conditions brought on by environmental changes, stress or exposure to adverse conditions that we cannot control once the puppy leaves our care. Therefore, even though they have been vet checked/tested for the following and pass. we do not guarantee against Coccidiosis, Giardia, Viral, Bacterial or Fungal Infections, Allergies, or Any condition that is minor, correctable, treatable, manageable, unable to be DNA genetically tested (breed specific) or breed related
Should any monies need to be refunded, the Seller has 45 days to refund.
By purchasing a pup you agree that falsifying any information on this application, including but not limited to, name, address, reasons for purchasing, for anti-breeder agenda or any other falsehoods can and will be open to a lawsuit with a penalty of no less then five thousand dollars plus court costs.
I, certify that I am not a paid worker, member or volunteer for any, anti-breeder, animal rights groups such as, but not limited to, PETA, or any such similar organization (on either a national, state or local level). Pet store, research lab or buy/resale pet broker. I am not acting as the agent or representative of, or in any way on behalf of, any other person, business, organization or entity in the purchase of the Dog.
Purchaser signature __________________________________
I HAVE READ FULLY THE BILL OF SALE, HEALTH GUARANTEE , NEXT DAY VET CHECK, RETURNS, ANY ISSUES KNOWN,HEALTH CONCERNS AND TESTS,USE OF A DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY IF NEEDED, REFUND TIME.
I UNDERSTAND THE SAID CONDITIONS AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THEM.
Purchaser signature __________________________________
RECEIVED THE SHOT INFO INCLUDING RABIES TAG AND CERTIFICATE (if of age) AND COPY SC code 47-13-160
Purchaser signature _________________________________________
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________ sold with _______ papers and they will be given at this time.
________sold with papers but will send them as soon as received;
Dad’s registration info:________________________________________
Mom’s registration info:________________________________________
________ sold without papers
Paid in full__________ date___________
Joy Wescott__________________________________
* Purchaser signature _______________________________ date_________________
* Purchaser’s name, address, phone and e mail info:
___________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
mine
Date born_______________ breed______________ color_____________________________
sex____________
Puppy litter_______________________________ full reg yes ___no ___ Rabies #______________
Purchase price__________________________ date________________________
Sire’s name_________________________________ dam’s name__________________________
Issues know to purchaser when pup was purchased/picked up _______________________ not to qualify under SC code 47-13-160 since purchaser had prier knowledge and still chose to purchase.
purchaser signature __________________________________
By purchasing a pup you agree that falsifying any information on this application, including but not limited to, name, address, reasons for purchasing, for anti-breeder agenda or any other falsehoods can and will be open to a lawsuit with a penalty of no less then five thousand dollars plus court costs.
purchaser signature __________________________________
I HAVE READ FULLY THE BILL OF SALE, HEALTH GUARANTEE , NEXT DAY VET CHECK, RETURNS, ANY ISSUES KNOWN, HEALTH CONCERNS AND TESTS,USE OF A DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY IF NEEDED, REFUND TIME.
I UNDERSTAND THE SAID CONDITIONS AND AGREE TO ABIDE BY THEM.
Purchaser signature __________________________________
RECEIVED THE SHOT INFO INCLUDING RABIES TAG AND CERTIFICATE (if of age) AND COPY SC code 47-13-160
Purchaser signature _________________________________________
Date______________________
Please print the following as you would like on the paper if given.
Purchaser’s name__________________________________
Address__________________________________________________
City___________________________________________________
State_________________________________
Zip_____________________________
Purchaser’s phone number_________________________________________
Purchaser’s e-mail____________________________________________
Also you will receive a copy of
South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 47 - Animals, Livestock and Poultry
CHAPTER 13.
DISEASES AND INFECTIONS
SECTION 47-13-160. Fitness of registered companion dog or cat for sale; definitions; certifications; remedies.
(A) No pet dealer, pet shop, or pet breeder shall sell a registered companion dog or cat without providing to the purchaser a statement certifying that the dog or cat has received an infectious disease inoculation suitable for the specific animal's age and species within the previous fourteen days for an animal under six months of age or within the previous ninety days for an animal six months of age or older. Proof of vaccination must be provided to the purchaser at the time of sale. The purchaser also must be provided with a copy of the "ELECTION OF OPTIONS" as contained in subsection (D).
(B) If at any time within fourteen days following the sale and delivery of a registered companion dog or cat to a purchaser, a licensed veterinarian certifies the animal to be unfit for purchase due to a noncongenital cause or condition or within six months certifies an animal to be unfit for purchase due to a congenital or hereditary cause or condition, a purchaser has the right to elect one of the following options:
(1) the right to return the animal and receive a refund of the purchase price, including sales tax, and reimbursement of the veterinary fees incurred before the purchaser's receipt of the veterinary certification. The seller's liability for veterinary fees under this option must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal;
(2) the right to retain the animal and to receive reimbursement for veterinary fees incurred before the purchaser's receipt of the veterinary certification and the future cost of veterinary fees to be incurred in curing or attempting to cure the animal. The seller's liability under this option must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal;
(3) the right to return the animal and to receive in exchange an animal of the purchaser's choice, of equivalent value, and reimbursement of veterinary fees incurred before the purchaser's receipt of the veterinary certification. The seller's liability for veterinary fees under this option must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal;
(4) the right to receive a full refund of the purchase price, including sales tax, for the animal or, in exchange, an animal of the purchaser's choice of equivalent value, and reimbursement of veterinary fees incurred before the death of the animal if the death occurs within fourteen days of the date the purchaser takes possession, except where death occurs by accident or injury sustained during that period. The seller's liability for veterinary fees under this option must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal.
(C) The seller shall accept the veterinary certification of unfitness delivered by the purchaser within five days following the purchaser's receipt of it. The certification must contain:
(1) the name of the owner;
(2) the date or dates of examination;
(3) the breed, color, sex, and age of the animal;
(4) a statement of the veterinarian's findings;
(5) a statement that the veterinarian certifies the animal to be unfit for purchase;
(6) an itemized statement of veterinary fees incurred as of the date of the certification;
(7) where the animal is curable, the estimated fee to cure the animal;
(8) where the animal has died, a statement setting forth the probable cause of death; and
(9) the name and address of the certifying veterinarian and the date of the certification.
(D) When a purchaser presents a veterinary certification of unfitness to the seller, the seller must confirm the purchaser's election in writing. The election must be in the following form and a copy must be given to the purchaser upon signing:
"UNFITNESS OF ANIMAL - ELECTION OF OPTIONS
I understand that, upon delivery of my veterinarian's certification of unfitness, I have the right to elect one of the following options. I am aware of those options and I understand each of them. I have chosen the following option:
___ 1. Return of the animal and receipt of a refund of the purchase price, including sales tax, for the animal and reimbursement of the veterinary fees incurred before the date I received the veterinarian's certification of unfitness. The reimbursement for veterinarian's fees must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal.
___ 2. Detention of the animal and reimbursement for the veterinary fees incurred before the date I received the veterinarian's certification of unfitness and the future cost to be incurred in curing or attempting to cure the animal. The total reimbursement for veterinarian's fees must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal.
___ 3. Return of the animal and receipt of an animal of my choice of equivalent value in exchange and reimbursement of veterinary fees incurred before the date I received my veterinarian's certification of unfitness. The reimbursement for veterinarian's fees must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal.
___ 4. DEATH OF ANIMAL ONLY. Receipt of a full refund of the purchase price, including sales tax, for the animal or, in exchange, an animal of my choice of equivalent value and reimbursement of the veterinary fees incurred before the death of the animal. The reimbursement for veterinarian's fees must not exceed fifty percent of the purchase price, including sales tax, of the animal."
(E) Where the animal has died, the veterinarian shall hold the carcass or forward it to the Clemson University Diagnostic Laboratory
(F) If the seller refuses to refund the purchase price and fees pursuant to subsection (B), the purchaser may initiate a civil action to recover damages. The court, upon a finding that the seller violated the provisions of this section, shall award the purchaser two times the amount of the purchase price and fees, attorney's fees as determined by the court, and costs.
(G) As used in this section:
(1) "Pet dealer" is a person engaged in the ordinary course of business and sale to the public for profit of a companion animal described as being registered or being capable of being registered with an animal pedigree organization.
(2) "Pet shop" means an establishment where companion animals are bought, sold, exchanged, or offered for sale or exchange to the public.
(3) "Pet breeder" means a person engaged in the business of breeding companion animals for profit. The term does not include a person who, not in the ordinary course of business, owns an animal which occasionally is bred or produces a litter from which animals are sold.
HISTORY: 1993 Act No. 1, Section 1, eff January 7, 1993.