Contract/Purchase Agreement:
This purchase agreement is a legally binding contract for the sale of a kitten/cat as fully described in this document, between Passionada Cattery (the SELLER) and _______________________ (the BUYER) as entered into on this _______ day of ____________, 20_______.
PURCHASER: __________________________________________________
ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________
PHONE: ( ) ____________________________________________________
EMAIL: ______________________________________________________
DESCRIPTION OF THE CAT/KITTEN
BREED: CAT COLOR:
SEX:
DOB:__ ____________________________________________________
PRICE:__$__________________________________________________
AIR FAIR/SHIPPING CHARGES: __ ______________________________________
TOTAL : $____________________________________________________
DEPOSIT: $ ________________________________________________
BALANCE DUE: $_________________________________
1. Passionada Cattery requires a $400.00 non-refundable deposit to reserve a kitten/cat which is to be deducted from the total purchase price. Deposits are to be made in the form of Venmo or Cash. No personal checks are accepted. The remaining balance are to be made in the form of cash or certified check from post office or Venmo. If the purchaser fails to pay the remaining balance on specified date Passionada Cattery has the right to charge $50.00 per additional week balance is not paid or cancel the sale without refund of deposit or of additional payments received. If the buyer having put a deposit on a kitten/cat/cat should later change their mind about the purchase, the deposit will not be refunded. If, however, the kitten/cat should die before the buyer picks up his/her kitten/cat, Passionada will replace it with one of equal value. If one is not available, the buyer will be placed first on a waiting list. This valid and applies only if the seller/breeder is still actively breeding. No money is refundable.
2. Kitten/cat may be picked up at our cattery or be shipped anywhere in the world for additional charge. Buyer is responsible for all shipping and deliver fees incurred. Passionada cannot be held responsible for illness, injury, or death acquired as a result of shipping.
3. Seller is not responsible for any vet bills incurred once kitten/cat is in the buyer’s possession. The seller provides 48 hours limited guarantee that the above kitten/cat is in good health at the time of purchase. Upon 48 hours post arrival, the buyer is required to take kitten/cat for an examination by a qualified licensed veterinarian. If the buyer does not vet check the kitten/cat within 48 hours of going to its new home, the guarantees will be voided and buyer will be considered in breach of contract. In the event kitten/cat is found to be medically deficient with and untreatable or life-threatening congenital defect, buyer must notify the seller immediately with a letter/fax from the examining veterinarian. Upon kitten/cat’s return, it will be replaced with one of equal value or buyer will be placed at the top of reservation list or the seller will refund the purchase price excluding the Veterinary costs and shipping costs. If after reporting any adverse conditions the buyer may choose to keep the kitten/cat thereby assuming all financial responsibilities. After 48 hours of health guarantee period, the seller cannot be held accountable for future diagnosis of FELV/FIV/FIP or any other bacterial or viral infections diseases, Giardia, parasites, or fungus do to the fact that they can be contracted anywhere in the environment after leaving Passionada cattery. It is also recommended that new kitten/cat to be kept quarantined during 14-day post arrival period. In case of replacing a kitten/cat, all expenses related to delivering or shipping will be paid by the buyer. The seller is not responsible for any shipping cost. The seller will make every attempt to replace the kitten / cat with a kitten / cat of equal or better color, marking, and quality in a timely manner. This valid and applies only if the seller/breeder is still actively breeding. No money is refundable.
4. Buyer agrees to have the kitten/cat spayed/neutered and provide documented proof (via certificate) by 6 months of age. If a cat/kitten is not spayed/neutered, seller will enforce breach of contract, assess a penalty for $1,500 and charge breeding price $3,000. In such an event buyer agreeing to pay all attorney’s fees incurred by Passionada Cattery. Seller (breeder) also has the right to fix any kitten/cat sold as a pet prior to he/she leaving our home_ _
5. The seller is to have completed all of the appropriate vaccinations and worming prior to shipping. All Passionada breeding cats have been tested for and found to NOT have FELV or the FIV Viruses. Based on common veterinary knowledge, the seller does not advise any of their kitten/cats be vaccinated for following Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP), Ringworm, Giardia, Feline Leukemia (FELV), or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). If the buyer choices to vaccinate against any of these the contract will be considered NULL and VOID. The seller does not warranty kitten/cat against any adverse reactions to future vaccinations.
6. Kitten/cats are guaranteed against congenital defects up until 1 years of age. If a kitten/cat becomes deceased within this period from a congenital defect, it will be replaced by one of equal value or buyer will be put at the top of reservation list. If the replacement is a more expensive than the one that was purchased, the buyer is responsible for paying the difference in value. A certified necropsy exam, two pictures of the diseased kitten/cat, and the report must be provided by veterinarian as proof of the cause of death. Necropsy and related fees are responsibility of the buyer and are not to be reimbursed by seller. If said cat is going into a multi-pet household, Passionada will not be held responsible for any illness or vet fees that occur as a result of exposure to other pets. In case of replacing a cat, all expenses related to delivering or shipping will be paid by the buyer. This valid and applies only if the seller/breeder is still actively breeding. No money is refundable.
7. It is a well-known fact that 90% of all cats carries herpes virus. This is not a congenital or genetic defect! The Buyer was made aware that the kitten/cat may or may not show symptoms of Herpes virus at any stage of their life. The Seller recommends using Lysine to help to boost the immune system and to control herpes in cats.
8. Heart Murmur is not always an indicator of heart disease. Many cats with heart murmurs will live long, happy, healthy lives. They may never need treatment for heart disease. The buyer was made aware of this fact. https://www.harmonyanimalhospital.net/heart-murmurs-in-pets-to-be-concerned-or-not/
9. Kitten/cats are selected on a first come first serve basis in the order deposits are received. Passionada does not sell Breeding Cats.
10. The buyers accepts responsibility and pledges to care for kitten/cat properly, including treating it as a loved member of the family. It must be provided a healthy diet, clean water and proper medical treatment. Buyer is binded by all conditions set forth in this contract. Seller has the conditional right to reclaim kitten/cat without refund of purchase price for any breech of this contract. Breech of this contract results in a penalty fee, which is the purchase price of the kitten/cat.
11. Buyer is expected to be knowledgeable in generally accepted traits and characteristics of the Sphynx cat, including understanding that degrees of hairlessness varies and that none is completely hairless. Hormones and genetics play an important role in hairlessness, causing varying degrees of fur on different parts of the body. It is also understood that although a kitten/cat may be almost hairless when sold, it is possible that it can develop some hair after being neutered/spayed and as it grows older. Therefore, it is impossible to guarantee that any Sphynx kitten/cat will not grow some hair at some point during life.
12. Buyer agrees that under NO circumstances shall the kitten/cat be de-clawed or tattooed.
13. The buyer agrees that under NO circumstances will the kitten/cat EVER be sold or given to a pet shop, animal shelter, research laboratory, or similar facility.
14. Seller have the right to refuse or cancel sale at any given time and for any reason as we see fit.
15. The buyer is strongly encouraged to purchase pet insurance for the kitten/cat.
16. This contract is valid for the original owner whose name is listed on the contract. If for some reason the original owner cannot keep a kitten/cat and decides to sell/place a kitten/cat to a different owner, the contract is no longer valid and will be Null and Void.
17. The seller is not responsible for any behavioral issues that the kitten/cat might develop once the kitten/cat is in the buyer’s possession.
18. If the buyer wishes to return the kitten/cat, NO REFUND will be given to the buyer.
19. Any legal action, which may arise under the terms of this contract, will be brought in Wake County, NC, USA or the county and the state of the seller. Buyer shall be liable for any legal fees and court costs resulting in noncompliance with the conditions and terms of this contract. In signing this document, buyer acknowledges that they have read, understands and agrees to ALL of the terms and conditions herein. The laws of the state of North Carolina shall be controlling.
20. A signature and date entered below indicates full agreement to ALL terms and conditions set forth in this contract. There are no other warranties or guarantees provided (verbal or implied) other than those specifically outlined herein. Any changes or additions to this contract must be initialed and dated by all parties involved. The below signed considers this document to be legally binding.