Dog Search Support Agreement

1This agreement is between At Your Service Dog Training, LLC [hereafter “At Your Service” or “Trainer”] and

[hereafter “Client”], to help Client find a dog that fits Client’s lifestyle, preferences, and training goals.

2.At Your Service‘s Dog Search Support may be provided by telephone and/or email, and may include any of the following services: (i) Viewing, interpreting, and/or assessing advertisements, listings, videos, websites, or similar media about prospective dogs/puppies, breeders, and/or rescues; (ii) Speaking to breeders, rescues, shelters, breed enthusiasts, veterinarians, allied dog/pet/service animal professionals, and/or other providers [hereafter “Providers”] to assess whether to pursue a behavior or temperament assessment of a dog/puppy; (iii) Answering Client’s questions about breeds, Providers, training, etc.; (iv) Offering guidance and support to Client in light of Client’s dog-related goals, lifestyle, preferences, and skills; and/or (v) Speaking to Providers and/or advocating for Client on behalf of Client to Providers. 

3.At Your Service will be responsive to Client’s questions and concerns in the dog search process and to endeavor to respond in a timely and professional manner.

4.Client understands and affirms that At Your Service will provide support (e.g. insight, guidance, professional dog training and behavior expertise) to Client during search process, however it is up to Client to engage in the actual search for a suitable dog.

5.Client agrees to review all materials recommended by At Your Service; follow through with recommended assessments, tests, and consultations on puppies, dogs, and/or Providers Client is considering; reach out via phone, email, applications, networks, etc. to Providers; use good judgment to exclude dogs whose behavior, size, appearance, background, and other indicators are not a good fit for Client’s goals; and maintain efficiency and responsiveness in communicating with At Your Service.  

6.At Your Service’s Dog Search Support does not include dog behavior assessments, behavior consultations, puppy temperament tests, or any other assessment or consultation service that occurs in-person; nor does it include any training, lessons, day school, or other services intended to train or modify an animal’s behavior, including in-person or remote (e.g., video, Skype, Facetime) training sessions.

9.Client acknowledges, understands, and agrees that when At Your Service speaks with Providers and others in gathering information to support Client’s dog search, Client’s specific needs and preferences are a central issue. Thus, Client understands that by entering into this Agreement, Client waives any privacy and confidentiality to the maximum extent that the same  are relevant to At Your Service helping Client find a dog that suits Client’s needs.

10.Client recognizes that animal behavior is unpredictable, and animals may develop unforeseen health or temperament issues, or turn out to be unsuited to Client’s expectations or goals. Client understands and agrees that At Your Service offers no guarantees or express/ implied warranties about whether Client will find a suitable dog, or that a dog Client finds will meet Client’s training, behavior, pet, or working goals and/or preferences.

11.Client acknowledges and understands the risks associated with meeting, assessing, owning, and/or training a dog, including without limitation the risk of dog bites to Client or others, needing to rehome or career-change a dog not suited to work as a service/therapy dog, and any attendant emotional or physical distress or injury from obtaining, raising, and/or training a dog. Client knowingly and voluntarily accepts these risks.     

12.Client acknowledges and agrees that At Your Service is not responsible for unintentional errors or omissions, and that Client is and will remain solely responsible for the actions of any dog Client finds. Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless At Your Service, including its owners, trainers, employees, and agents, from any and all claims of injury, losses, expense, costs, or damages of any kind or nature whatsoever, including legal fees, caused in whole or in part by Client, by a dog that Client ultimately decides to acquire, and/or by any dog that Client meets or assesses.

THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT.  PRIOR TO SIGNING, YOU SHOULD REVIEW IT CAREFULLY, ASK ANY QUESTIONS YOU HAVE, AND ASSURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO EACH AND EVERY PROVISION.

By signing below, I hereby state and affirm that I have carefully read this document, asked any questions I have, understand every provision and their ramifications, agree to be bound by the same, have had the opportunity to seek the advice of legal counsel, and knowingly and voluntarily enter into this agreement without reservation.