Dog Adoption Contract and Disclaimer of Liability
I agree to provide the pet daily food and fresh water, shelter from extreme temperature and weather conditions, veterinary care to prevent and treat disease, illness, and injury. I also agree to keep the pet free of parasites (such as fleas, ticks, worms, etc.). I will ensure that it is treated in a humane manner at all times.
I attest that I am not obtaining this animal for use in any kind of experimentation or for the sale to any agency that experiments on animals.
Coppell Humane Society does not necessarily know the nature of the animal or its characteristics, and gives no warranties, expressed or implied, of temperament or fitness. I confirm that I have been provided information on the pet’s current health status, noting any known pre-existing conditions. I understand that the pet is delivered “as is.” I understand that the pet should be isolated for a period of time from my own pets, to the extent possible, in the event that it has been exposed to any type of illness.
If I should decide, for whatever reasons, that I cannot continue to care for the pet, I will notify Coppell Humane Society immediately. I WILL NOT turn it over to an animal shelter or have it destroyed. I understand that Coppell Humane Society, at its discretion, will place the animal with another caregiver as soon as possible after receiving any notification.
I understand that Coppell Humane Society has transferred ownership of this pet to me based on the information provided in my Adoption/Foster Care Application. The pet is not to be given or sold to another individual, institution, or organization without the express written permission of Coppell Humane Society. The pet is not to be placed in an environment functionally different than the one described in my Adoption/Foster Care Application.
I relieve Coppell Humane Society of all liability and responsibility for damage or injury to persons, property or other animals caused directly or indirectly by the pet.
I agree to keep a collar and an identification tag on the pet at all times.
I understand that this pet has social and emotional needs, as well as physical ones. I am prepared and able to devote time and attention to the pet to meet those needs.
I agree to notify Coppell Humane Society if the pet is lost or dies.
I grant permission to Coppell Humane Society to verify information provided in my Adoption/Foster Care Application, including, but not limited to, payment of required pet deposits and verification of veterinary care.
I understand that it is the responsibility of the new pet owner to see that the animal complies with all health regulations and other applicable ordinances. This includes, but is not limited, to vaccinations to prevent rabies and local pet licensing laws.
I understand that there is a monetary cost associated with pet ownership. In addition to routine vaccinations and screening tests, pets may need veterinary care for treatment of illness or injury. Other costs may include charges for obedience training, pet deposits required by landlords, special devices or equipment, such as fences, and damage to personal property. I attest that I am both financially able and willing to accept full responsibility for the pet.
I confirm that I am making a long-term commitment to the ownership of this pet. Coppell Humane Society has informed me of the animal’s estimated current age, and I understand the life expectancy of the pet may exceed 20 years. I understand that changes in my life-style or family composition do not relieve me of my responsibility to the pet.
I understand that Coppell Humane Society cannot predict the behavior of this pet in his new home. Failure of the pet to meet my expectations does not relieve me of my responsibility to the pet. I understand that consistent, humane training can help the pet adapt to his new home and alter certain behaviors.
I understand that children are not fully capable of caring for a pet and that primary responsibility of the pet rests on the adult adopter. I will provide appropriate supervision and instruction on proper handling of pets to children in my household.
I agree to present the pet and the pet’s Health Record provided me in the Pet Owner’s Manual to a full-service veterinarian for examination within thirty (30) days.
I understand that Coppell Humane Society discourages transporting animals in open vehicles unless the animal is confined in a crate. I understand that transporting uncrated animals in an open pickup bed is unlawful in Texas.
I understand that Coppell Humane Society strongly recommends crate and obedience training for all dogs.
I confirm that I am adopting the pet as a personal companion, that it will reside at my primary residence, and that I am not acquiring this pet solely for use as a guard animal or for rodent control.
I understand that failure to comply with any of the conditions in this agreement constitutes just cause for Coppell Humane Society to revoke the adoption arrangement, and to remove said animal from my ownership and care, at which time full ownership of the pet will revert back to Coppell Humane Society.