Pet Breeding - Canine Stud Contract
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If you are spending a significant amount of money on the purchase of a pedigree puppy, it is vital to ensure that you and the breeder draw up a formal contract between you to cover the terms and conditions of the sale.
Reputable breeders almost universally require anyone who provides a home to one of their dogs to sign a contract.
Be aware that most contracts in the dog world are not legally enforceable, especially the ones that are micromanaging.No contract in the world will make an irresponsible buyer responsible, and no amount of pleading after the fact is going to soften a breeder who does not see things your way. Walk away!
Stud dog fees refer to the amount that a popular proven male dog is paid for each stud service. Indeed, stud dog owners generally get paid each time one of their studs mates with a female dog. On average, stud dog fees come to an amount of $250 to $1000 for each time that he mates with the female dog.
- To register as a Stud Master you must complete a 'Registration as a Stud Manager' form which can be found in the Member Services section of the GRNSW website www.thedogs.com.au - Submit this form with the associated requirements and payment to GRNSW.
The contract that you sign when you buy your dog from a breeder is much more than a simple bill of sale. It guarantees your rights and the seller's rights in the transaction, sometimes for the life of your pet. It is also a meaningful document in the history of generations in your dog's family line.
The presence or absence of registration papers doesn't change the genes (DNA) inside a dog. He can be purebred without having papers and sadly, he can have papers without really being purebred.
Under a typical breeding contract, the owner of the stud dog is compensated in some manner - pick of the litter, one or two puppies, etc. This is not to be construed as legal advice.
Dog breeder contracts are created between buyers and breeders to ensure that a financial agreement has been put in place. It also covers concerns such as ethics and return policy. Many buyers and breeders debate on how legally binding these contracts are if at all.