Can a breeder force you to spay your dog?
Yes, these provisions are legal and enforceable. If you go back on the promise to neuter the breeder can trigger breach of contract terms and reclaim the animal as property per the agreement. This is done to insure breed standards and is done all the time.
Why do breeders spay?
To prevent unplanned and irresponsible breeding. If a breeder has a puppy of breeding quality, it will likely be sold as a co-owned dog and the breeder will serve as a mentor to the buyer if the dog ends up ACTUALLY being breeding quality (or may request spay/neuter if it works out otherwise).
Are puppy contracts legally binding?
Put simply, a puppy contract is a legally binding agreement between you and the breeder. It’s an official contract of sale, keeping everything above board and holding both parties accountable in case something goes wrong.
What should be included in a puppy contract?
Here, the seller will need to list the following information, so it is clear exactly what type of puppy the buyer is getting. All puppy/dog contracts will include the canine’s date of birth, breed, gender, registered and call name, color, and coat, as well as any markings or necessary description.
How legally binding are dog contracts?
Be aware that most contracts in the dog world are not legally enforceable, especially the ones that are micromanaging. Legally, dogs are property. As a result, do not rely on contracts to “force” the behavior that you want. If you are a buyer, do not put down a deposit until you have seen the written contract.
Can I stud my dog without papers?
Can I Stud My Dog Without Papers? Yes, you can stud your dog without papers, however, the female’s owner might not accept stud dogs without papers as it would diminish their efforts of raising traceable bloodlines. Many people think that papers for dogs are some fancy pants thing but that’s really not the case.
What happens if you break a puppy contract?
Furthermore, if you do not have evidence of both you and the owner signing the contract, then again, it is not enforceable. If an owner is in breach of contract, contact the authorities to enforce a dog repossession. Also note that breeders do have the right to take a dog back if the owner is struggling.
Can I breed a dog without breeding rights?
Anyone can breed dogs anywhere, but in order to do it legally, you have to follow certain laws and regulations, as well as comply with contractual and local obligations. It is generally considered irresponsible to sell without breeding rights unless it is made clear in the kennel contract signed by the buyer.
Can I breed my dog without papers?
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.