Puppies are guaranteed to be of communicable diseases at the time of the sale. The buyer must have the puppy checked by a licensed veterinarian with 3 days of purchase. Failure to do so will result in all guarantees being invalid. Seller accepts no responsibility for any communicable diseases after 3 days. If during the above examination a serious health problem is noted, seller must receive a written statement from the buyer's veterinarian within 5 days from date of examination. Upon verification seller's veterinarian of stated health problem, puppy must be returned to seller at buyer's expense along with all registration documents. When available, the buyer will be provided with another puppy of the same sex, quality/value, and color of what is available at the time of replacement or when such puppy becomes available at seller's discretion.
All puppies are guaranteed to be free of severe crippling defects up to 18 months old' lf severe hereditary conditions are present before the 18 months old, that severely lowers your pup's quality of life; another puppy will be given to you, free of charge, when available. Buyer is responsible for the shipping cost of the replacement puppy. Written verification from buyer's veterinarian, along with his contact information is necessary. Buyer must present all documentations along with X-rays and any other proper documentation. Seller’s veterinarian must agree with the diagnosis and severity of replacement is not required. PennHip evaluations are required if the there is a hip problem. Seller does not accept OFA results as final proof of a hip problem. PennHip results of MODERATE or SEVERE HD will warrant a replacement pup. If the pup has ever been bred, all guarantees are invalid. One replacement is given regardless of circumstances. The seller will select replacement when available. Under no circumstance does seller grant cash refunds or accept any liability for medical expenses, veterinarian fees or any other expenses related to the care of your puppy.
Buyer understands and agrees to maintain preventive care of the puppy in regards to hip dysplasia, such as proper nutrition, proper exercise, and preventing stress injuries. A pup or dog who spends much of his time in a crate will not have the HD guarantee as proper exercise is important for proper growth and development. Buyer understands and agrees that extensive exercise before the dog is 18 months and mature is strictly prohibited. This includes Jumping in and out of vehicles: excessive stair use prolong jogging and any other activities that may cause stress to undeveloped joints. Buyer must not allow the puppy to jump from heights taller than itself at the shoulder. Buyer must never leave or give full access to dog food all day. Food has to be given in proper portions throughout the day' we recommend you feed a high quality puppy food, as proper diet will help your puppy maintain good health. 
Buyer agrees o provide yearly veterinarian exams and keep the puppy up to date on vaccines. Entropion, Ectropion, Demodex mange and Glandular hypertrophy (cherry eye) are considered common to the breed and are not covered under this contract. The seller treats all the puppies for the removal of microscopic parasites, worms, fleas and ticks before leaving the premises. By signing this contract it is agreed that such nuisances are common to puppies; once puppy has left Breeder/Seller's hand (Breeder/seller is in no way responsible for treatment, expense or any liability of the following: Giardia, Coccidia, coccidiosis, worms, fleas, ticks, ringworm, immunity level, pneumonia (PNA), mange, heat stroke. This health contract doesn't cover: Hypoglycemia, conjunctivitis, hernias, weight/height/head circumference, ears standing/overbite, breeding ability, changes in pigmentation/coloring/markings, or any other standards of this puppy. If the puppy dies during an elective surgery, the seller is not responsible for refunding money or giving a replacement puppy. Puppies have died during ear cropping surgery; please do not take this decision lightly. *lf the purchaser chooses to have the ears cropped prior to pick up; Breeder/Seller is not responsible for care or infections occurring after said procedure. 
No guarantees are made regarding temperament. The temperament of your puppy is based on the amount of time you give to dog and to its development and socialization. We have done what we can to produce stable-minded puppies. lt is the buyer's responsibility to continue this by taking the puppy to kindergarten and obedience in the first year. This will help your puppy's confidence and make him more socialized and well mannered. This is a large breed of dog and needs to be well control.
Purchaser is responsible for keeping puppy away from contaminated areas, out of the heat and cold as well as drafty areas. The breeder/Seller is not responsible for any veterinarian bills the purchaser may incur regarding said puppy. 
Seller retains the right to visit the dog or have a representative visits the dog to monitor the dogs well-being. lf the dog at any time is found to be mistreated by reason of abuse or neglect the seller has the right of immediate take possession with no reimbursement, should this clause need to be enforced the buyer shall forfeit the dogs registration papers to the seller within 7 days of the seller taking possession. No replacement will be given due to problems or death that result from buyer's negligence or abuse. Buyer agrees to never engage the dog/puppy in any illegal activity. 
Should the seller need to seek legal action against the buyer for violations of this agreement, the Buyer will assume any and all attorney costs and court fees. This contract must be presented to seller for any kind to be in effect. Any/all legal actions are to take place in Porterville California or Tulare County. 
This contract is limited between Seller and First buyer and not transferable. Upon signing below, both buyer and seller agree to all terms stated with this contract. 
*Purchaser is responsible for any shipping fees and crates needed to deliver puppy safely to new home. 
*lf shipping is arranged, payment must be paid in full a minimum of seven days before shipment form of payment must have cleared bank before shipment will be done.
*lf purchaser plans to pick up puppy, final payment must be made in cash, no money order or cashier's check, credit card or pay pal. Personal check will be accepted for deposits only. 
*Breeder/Seller recommends neutering (males) and spaying (females) unless puppy is to be shown as show competitor or if health considerations require otherwise. Puppies sold with "limited Registration" are not to be bred at all. Monetary consequences will occur. 
*Breeder/Seller will hold puppy for purchaser upon receiving agreed deposit until release date agreed upon by Breeder/seller and Purchaser. If said puppy is not shipped or claimed by the agreed date, the total deposit is forfeited and the undersigned Purchaser relinquish any claim to the puppy.
Buying options:
•	With limited registrations rights only as companion/pet not for breeding purposes.
A $5000 USD penalty will be paid to seller if the dog is ever used for breeding.
•	With full registrations rights, buyer agrees to use Gladiator Quest when registering new puppy under his/her name. (example: Gladiators Quest [chosen name])
•	Buyer agrees to have the puppy neutered/fixed by the age of 8 months latest.
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