Shepherd Hill Farm---Puppy Sales Agreement---Warranty
James & Deborah Henshaw
Cumberland, VA 23040 804-492-3262
At Shepherd Hill Farm we strive to raise quality AKC German Shepherds at an affordable price. At time of purchase you
will be given a current health record which indicates the shots and wormings that your new puppy has already received.
We guarantee the puppy is free of any known disease or defects, unless otherwise noted, at the time of sale. We
require the buyer to take the puppy to a licensed veterinarian of the buyer’s choice/expense within 3 business days from
the date of purchase. The buyer must maintain all scheduled vaccinations and regular wormings performed by a
licensed veterinarian and keep detailed records of such.
If the vet finds a life threatening disease or genetic defect, the seller must be notified within the next 24 hours. The
buyer must have a written statement from the licensed veterinarian explaining the reason for the puppy’s return. Upon
receiving the written explanation the sellers vet will review the documents and/or may examine the puppy to confirm
the findings. The final decision will be made based on the seller’s vet’s findings. If a life threatening disease or genetic
defect is confirmed the buyer may return the puppy and trade for another pup, seller’s choice of the same sex and
quality. The seller is not responsible for any vet bills or other expenses incurred by the new owner of the dog. The seller
is not responsible for any incurred transportation and/or shipping costs.
The seller is not responsible for any stress/environmentally induced disorders or anything that is beyond seller’s control
once the puppy leaves the seller’s premises. Temperament is not guaranteed since it is greatly affected by environment.
The seller warrants the puppy for one (1) year from the date of birth against life threatening genetic defects. Should
genetically caused death occur within the first year, all supported documentation must be provided upon request and is
subject to review by the seller’s veterinarian. The seller does not warrant undescended testicles or guarantee
reproductive capability.
The seller guarantees the dog to pass OFA preliminary certification at 16 months of age. The x-rays must be taken before
the dog is 16 months of age, not taken during a heat cycle and be performed by a licensed veterinarian who is skilled at
producing x-rays for OFA evaluation. If the dog is diagnosed with hip dysplasia that is not the result of injury or
malnutrition, a replacement will be given. The OFA results must be provided. A replacement will be given after a report
of neuter/spay is provided by the buyer. If the dog has been bred or neutered/spayed prior to the x-rays, this guarantee
is void.
IF ANY OF THESE CONDITIONS ARE NOT MET, THEN ANY AND ALL GUARANTEES STATED IN THIS AGREEMENT ARE NULL
AND VOID.
The new owner must supply written proof of neuter/spay, at the buyer’s expense before a dog will be replaced.
Replacement puppies (of equal quality/same sex) will be chosen by the kennel owner from a present litter or from the
next available litter. We will only replace one puppy per sale regardless of the circumstances. WE DO NOT REFUND
MONEY ON PUPPIES. Deposits are non-refundable, but can be rolled over to a future litter. This contract applies to the
original purchaser only and is non-transferable.
As a convenience to the buyer, the seller agrees to board a puppy for up to 3 days at no additional charge. Upon the 4th
day, the seller will hold the puppy for up to 7 additional days at a boarding charge of $10.00 per day. Due to limited
amount of space, we cannot board puppies longer than 10 days.
By signing below, I understand and agree to the terms of this guarantee.
Registration # (Limited/Full) ____________________________ Male/Female
Dam_________________________________Sire_________________________________
Birth date___________________
Quoted Puppy Price $______________ Deposit Amount $_________________ Date Deposit Paid______________
Date of Pick Up/Purchase Date______________ Boarding Charge $_______________ - _____Days @ $10/Day
New Owner________________________________________ Phone (H)_______________ (C) ________________
Address___________________________________________________ Email address ________________________
City_________________________ State_____________ Zip_________________
Buyer’s Signature____________________________________________ Date _____________________
Seller’s Signature____________________________________________ Date _____________________