Golden Creek Farm

Dachshund Purchase Contract

Here you will find an example of our purchasing contract / health guarantee. Please read, and insure that you are willing to abide by these terms before contacting us! 

The Breeder and Buyer agree as follows:
1. Deposit. A non-refundable deposit of $ (“Deposit”) shall be due and paid to Breeder upon
execution of this Agreement. The Deposit shall be applied to the final Purchase Price (defined below).
Buyer acknowledges that the Deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances. However, if a puppy/dog that
meets Buyer’s identified preferences is not available when it becomes Buyer’s turn to pick a puppy/dog
from the selected litter, Buyer may elect to have the Deposit transferred to the next litter.
Purchase Price. The full purchase price of (“Purchase Price”) is agreed with the balance due in full
upon Buyer’s pickup of the puppy/dog. All payments due under this Agreement shall be made in US Dollars and
paid to Breeder via cash, venmo, or payments through Good Dog. Good Dog (ONLY) prices will receive a 6.5% increase in price to cover the new charges they are charging us. 
2. Pickup Expectations for Buyer. The puppy/dog will need to be picked up within FIVE (5) days of being
ready to leave (around 8 weeks old depending on date of 2nd vaccination). After 5 days, we will start
charging $20 a day until pickup is made.
3. Full Registration. The puppy/dog is a purebred Mini Dachshund registrable with AKC and is being sold
with full AKC registration, which allows show and breeding rights on the puppy/dog. Breeder agrees to
provide Buyer with all AKC registration papers.
4. [Registration by Buyer. Buyer shall register the puppy/dog with AKC. Buyer agrees to (a) use Breeder’s
kennel name when registering the puppy/dog, (b) provide Breeder a photocopy of the puppy/dog’s
registration as promptly as possible after receipt. Buyer will not change the puppy/dog’s registration name
without Breeder’s prior written consent and will never remove the kennel prefix from the puppy/dog’s
registration name.
5. Breeder’s Obligations. Breeder represents and warrants the following:
a. Ownership. Breeder is the lawful owner of the puppy/dog and has the right to transfer ownership
of the puppy/dog to Buyer. Ownership of the puppy/dog will be transferred to Buyer upon Buyer’s
payment of the full Purchase Price.
b. State of Health; Short-Term Health Warranty. The puppy/dog (i) was previously examined by a
licensed veterinarian and was found to be in good health at that time and (ii) has had the
immunizations enumerated in the health records provided to Buyer. Buyer, at its own expense,
must have the puppy/dog examined by a licensed veterinarian within 72 hours of receiving the
puppy/dog (the “Examination Period”) for the guarantee in this section to be valid. If, within the
Examination Period, a licensed veterinarian finds the puppy/dog to be unhealthy or unfit for sale,
the puppy/dog may be returned to Breeder for a full refund of the Purchase Price. The veterinarian
must provide a written statement deeming the puppy/dog “unfit for purchase”, which must be sent
to Breeder within 48 hours of the veterinary examination. The foregoing guarantee expressly
excludes (x) any health issues caused by Buyer’s ill-treatment, abuse or neglect, (y) any health

issues that result from the puppy/dog’s transportation from Breeder to Buyer and (z) all minor
illnesses and health issues, including upper respiratory infections, allergic reactions, stress
colitis/diarrhea, internal or external parasites or contagious viruses (including canine parvovirus),
UTIs, vaginitis or umbilical hernias.
c. Long-Term Health Warranty. Breeder provides a one-year warranty from the puppy/dog’s date of
birth against any debilitating congenital conditions. In the event the puppy/dog exhibits symptoms
of a suspected debilitating congenital condition, Buyer must immediately inform Breeder and
supply any requested veterinary records to Breeder. Breeder will be given the opportunity to take
the puppy/dog to a licensed veterinarian of Breeder’s choice for examination.
d. Returns/Refunds. If it is determined by a licensed veterinarian that the puppy/dog (i) was “unfit
for purchase” or (ii) has a genetic disorder that is identified within the warranty periods described
above, the Buyer may (x) return the puppy/dog and receive a replacement puppy/dog from the
next available litter of equal or better value (y) return the puppy/dog and receive reimbursement of
the original Purchase Price or (z) keep the puppy/dog and receive reimbursement for any
veterinary expenses related to the illness (provided that such reimbursements will not exceed the
Purchase Price amount). Should the puppy/dog be returned or exchanged according to the terms of
this section, Buyer shall be responsible for any and all transportation expenses, veterinarian
charges, crate fees, air freight charges, and transport fees.
e. No Other Warranties. No other warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, are made by
Breeder, and the puppy/dog is sold and delivered in an “as is” condition, except as expressly and
specifically set forth herein.

6. Buyer’s Obligations. Buyer agrees to the following:
a. Proper Care. Buyer will provide good and proper care of the puppy/dog. Such care includes
providing adequate housing and protection from the elements, a safe (preferably fenced) exercise
area, and proper and sufficient nutrition. Buyer will provide proper veterinary care throughout the
puppy/dog’s lifetime, including but not limited to, routine vaccinations and/or titers to maintain
the puppy/dog’s immunity to common canine diseases.
b. Veterinary Care. Buyer will also provide the following veterinary care: (i) routine vaccinations
and/or titers to prevent common infectious diseases; (ii) routine treatment for internal and external
parasites; and (iii) annual examination by a licensed veterinarian.
c. Care to Prevent Orthopedic Conditions. Buyer will also provide the following care:
i. Proper nutrition to support ideal growth and maintain optimum body condition. Buyer
will not overfeed the puppy/dog nor allow it to become overweight;
ii. Proper daily exercise to maintain the puppy/dog in good condition, but no forced exercise
(such as jogging) until the puppy/dog is full grown or the activity is approved by a
licensed veterinarian; and
iii. Avoidance of stress injuries, such as not allowing the puppy/dog to jump from or over
heights taller than itself at the shoulder until the puppy/dog is full grown or the activity is
approved by a licensed veterinarian.

d. Sale Prohibition. Buyer is not acting as an agent in the purchase of the puppy/dog. Buyer agrees
neither the puppy/dog, nor any offspring of the puppy/dog, shall be used for purposes of
vivisection or research. Buyer also agrees neither the puppy/dog, nor any progeny of the
puppy/dog, shall be sold by or through any commercial broker or wholesale establishment, any
chain store, catalog sales house or pet store.

3. Restrictions on Transfer. If, at any time, Buyer is unable to keep or care for the puppy/dog
(including upon Buyer’s death or incapacity), at Breeder’s sole election, the puppy shall be (a)
returned to Breeder together with duly executed documentation transferring Buyer’s ownership
interest in the puppy/dog to Breeder or (b) rehomed by Buyer with Breeder’s prior written
approval, in each case without any refunds or payments due to Buyer. If, following receipt,
Breeder decides to rehome the puppy/dog, Breeder may elect to refund Buyer a portion of the
original Purchase Price after deducting applicable maintenance, training, veterinary and other
costs. Such refund amount shall be determined by Breeder in its sole discretion. Buyer
acknowledges that the refund amount may be significantly less than the puppy/dog’s original
Purchase Price depending upon the age, training, and condition of the puppy/dog.
f. No Transfer Outside of the United States. Buyer further agrees that the puppy/dog will not be sold
to anyone residing outside of the United States without Breeder’s prior written approval.
g. Breach by Buyer. Buyer’s breach of any of the foregoing obligations shall result in Breeder’s
warranties set forth in this Agreement being null and void.

7. Breeding Rights.
a. Breeding Prospect. Seller acknowledges that the puppy/dog is being sold as a breeding prospect
and represents that, at the time of sale, the puppy/dog shows promise of being worthy of being
bred as an adult at the time of sale. Buyer acknowledges that due to changes which can occur as a
dog matures, and the necessity of health clearances being obtained prior to breeding, Seller is not
providing a guarantee that puppy/dog will be of breeding quality as an adult. If puppy/dog fails to
pass any health clearances or is otherwise determined by Seller to be unsuitable for breeding,
Buyer agrees (i) not to breed the puppy/dog and (ii) to promptly have a hysterectomy/vasectomy
completed on the puppy/dog (at Buyer’s expense) and provide proof of hysterectomy/vasectomy
to Seller immediately upon completion.
b. Breeding Costs. Buyer is responsible for all costs related to breeding the puppy/dog, including,
but not limited to, the costs of health clearances, stud fees, transportation, veterinary care, and
whelping and raising the litter.

8. Ongoing Communications. Both parties agree to promptly notify the other of any change of address,
email or phone number. Buyer agrees to (a) maintain contact with Breeder regarding the puppy/dog at least
once each calendar year, and to reply as promptly as possible to inquiries about the puppy/dog from
Breeder; (b) inform Breeder of any titles completed by the puppy/dog as determined by the American
Kennel Club or other registr(y)(ies) and (c) inform Breeder of any major change in the health of the
puppy/dog throughout the puppy/dog’s life, including, but not limited to, cancer, epilepsy, heart, eye or
hearing conditions, allergies, bleeding disorders or autoimmune disease, and behavior problems particularly
fear, anxiety or aggression. Buyer will, upon the natural or accidental death of the puppy/dog, promptly
notify Breeder of the particulars of the animal’s death.
9. Remedy for Mistreatment. If the Breeder feels the puppy/dog is not getting proper care and treatment,
Breeder has the right to have the puppy/dog examined by a licensed veterinarian. If such veterinarian finds
the puppy/dog to be a victim of ill-treatment, abuse or neglect, (a) Breeder has the right to take full
possession of the puppy/dog [and its duly signed AKC transfer papers/registration] and (b) all Breeder
warranties herein shall become null and void. For the avoidance of doubt, if Breeder takes possession of the
puppy/dog in accordance with this section, Buyer shall not be entitled to any refunds of any payments made
to Breeder.

10. Governing Law. This Agreement, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, shall be
governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of TN without regard to the conflicts of
laws provisions thereof.
11. Miscellaneous. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject
matter herein and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, negotiations, discussions and
understandings, written or oral, between the parties with respect to such subject matter. Neither party may
assign, transfer, or subcontract any obligations (or rights) under this Agreement without the prior written
consent of the other party. No changes, modifications or waivers to this Agreement will be effective unless
in writing and signed by both parties. In the event that any provision of this Agreement is determined to be
illegal or unenforceable, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so
that this Agreement shall otherwise remain in full force and effect and enforceable. This Agreement may be
executed in any number of counterparts and such counterparts together shall constitute the same instrument.
This Agreement may be executed by electronic signature, which shall be considered as an original
signature for all purposes and shall have the same force and effect as an original signature.