Bite History Addendum to Training or Public Class Contract

By giving my signature I recognize that Courteous Canine LLC has counseled euthanasia as the safest option for this case. In choosing instead to pursue training to address my dog’s behavioral issue(s) I understand that I am incurring risk to myself and others and that it is my responsibility to use appropriate safety measures at all times, including muzzling and leashing my dog in the presence of other people and animals. I recognize that I am responsible for the actions of my dog at all times and I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC of any and all claims of injury, expense, costs, or damages caused by the actions of my dog. I further recognize that legal information is not the same as legal advice and that it is my responsibility to seek professional legal advice regarding my situation if needed.

Boarding Policies

1. Courteous Canine LLC will endeavor to create as safe an environment as possible for the training and boarding care of my dog and will offer only sound, safe, and responsible training, care, and post-boarding training instructions. However, I recognize that Courteous Canine LLC is not responsible for any unintentional errors, omissions, or incorrect assertions. I understand that the recommendation of any other product or service is not a guarantee of my satisfaction with that product or service. Further, I am and will remain responsible for the actions of my dog at all times and I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC of any and all claims of injury, expense, costs, or damages caused by the actions of my dog while under Courteous Canine LLC care and under my own care as a result of following training instructions. I have been told by Courteous Canine LLC and understand the inherent risks in owning a dog, including but not limited to the risk of dog bites to myself or others.

2. I authorize Courteous Canine LLC to take my dog into public spaces during his/her stay for the purpose of training my dog.

3. I authorize emergency medical care to be provided for my dog(s) by the above-named veterinarian, or an appropriate alternate to be determined by Courteous Canine LLC in the event the my regular veterinarian is not available or that closer care is required. I will reimburse Courteous Canine LLC for any charges related to emergency care, including office visits, procedures, medications, surgeries, etc.

4. I authorize Courteous Canine LLC to administer or seek 1st aid and rescusitive care for my dog(s) as determined appropriate by Courteous Canine LLC and I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC for all and any results thereof OR I DO NOT authorize Courteous Canine LLC to administer or seek 1st aid and rescusitive care for my dog(s) as determined appropriate by Courteous Canine LLC and I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC for all and any results thereof.

5. Grooming Policy: If it is determined by Courteous Canine LLC that my dog needs to receive grooming services while receiving board and training services, my credit card will be billed for all grooming and transportation costs.

Private Training

1. Courteous Canine LLC will endeavor to create as safe an environment as possible for the training and of my dog and will offer only sound, safe, and responsible training, and post-training instructions. However, I recognize that Courteous Canine LLC is not responsible for any unintentional errors, omissions, or incorrect assertions. I understand that the recommendation of any other product or service is not a guarantee of my satisfaction with that product or service. Further, I am and will remain responsible for the actions of my dog at all times and I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC of any and all claims of injury, expense, costs, or damages caused by the actions of my dog while under Courteous Canine LLC care and under my own care as a result of following training instructions. I have been told by Courteous Canine LLC and understand the inherent risks in owning a dog, including but not limited to the risk of dog bites to myself or others.

2. I authorize Courteous Canine LLC to enter my home during agreed upon days and hours for the purpose of training my dog.

3. I authorize Courteous Canine LLC to take my dog off my property during the agreed upon days and hours for the purpose of training my dog.

4. I authorize emergency medical care to be provided for my dog(s) by the above-named veterinarian, or an appropriate alternate to be determined by Courteous Canine LLC in the event the my regular veterinarian is not available or that closer care is required. I will reimburse Courteous Canine LLC for any charges related to emergency care, including office visits, procedures, medications, surgeries, etc. I authorize Courteous Canine LLC to administer or seek 1st aid and rescusitive care for my dog(s) as determined appropriate by Courteous Canine LLC and I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC for all and any results thereof. I DO NOT authorize Courteous Canine LLC to administer or seek 1st aid and rescusitive care for my dog(s) as determined appropriate by Courteous Canine LLC and I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC for all and any results thereof.

5. Payment Policy: I agree to either payment in full for the training program at the time of the initial consultation or to the terms and conditions of the payment plan above.

6. Cancellation Policy: Cancellation of scheduled lessons by the client must be at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled appointment and rescheduled at the time of cancellation. If the appointment is not rescheduled within 24 hours of the cancellation, the client will be charged the full cost of the appointment. I agree to either payment in full for the training program at the time of the initial consultation or to the terms and conditions of the payment plan above.

Policies + Liabilities

Courteous Canine LLC will endeavor to create as safe an environment as possible for the training of my dog and will offer only sound, safe, and responsible training and training instructions. However, I recognize that Courteous Canine LLC is not responsible for any unintentional errors, omissions, or incorrect assertions. I understand that the recommendation of any other product or service is not a guarantee of my satisfaction with that product or service. Further, I am and will remain responsible for the actions of my dog at all times and I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Courteous Canine LLC of any and all claims of injury, expense, costs, or damages caused by the actions of my dog while under Courteous Canine LLC instruction or control and under my own care as a result of following training instructions. I have been told by Courteous Canine LLC and understand the inherent risks of owning a dog, including but not limited to the risk of dog bites to myself or others. As a condition of this registration, the following agreement must be signed: WAIVER, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND AGREEMENT TO HOLD HARMLESS I understand that the there are potential risks to myself, members of my family or guests, or my dog, when working on aggression issues or other severe behavior problems. I herby waive and release Karen McCarthy and Courteous Canine LLC, it’s employees, owners and agents from any and all liability of any nature for injury or damage which I or my dog may suffer, including specifically, but without limitation, any injury or damage resulting from the action of any dog, and I expressly assume the risk of any such damage or injury while attending any training sessions or other functions of Courteous Canine LLC, or while on the training grounds or the surrounding area thereto.

In consideration of and as inducement to the acceptance of my application for behavior consultation, I herby agree to indemnify and hold harmless Karen McCarthy, Courteous Canine LLC, its employees, owners and agents from any and all claims, or claims by any member of my family or any other person accompanying me to any behavior consultation session or private lesson or function of the Courteous Canine LLC, or while on the grounds or surrounding area thereto as a result of any action by any dog, including my own. Payment for services rendered is due at the time of the appointment. For appointments that are canceled with less than a twenty four hour notice, clients will be responsible for the full fee for that session. The fee for private training includes follow up notes and support on topics addressed in between sessions via email and/or telephone.

Return Policy: Unleashed! Day Camp requires 30 days notice to cancel your enrollment or change (decrease) scheduled enrollment. Campers will be billed on the 1st if it falls within the 30 day cancellation window. 

Group Training Class: No refund after class has begun or if Courteous Canine determines your dog is not safe, or humans behavior is not appropriate for a group training setting. 

Private Training: I understand that by paying in full I have committed to the full length of the training program as stated in the initial consultation. I understand that I am responsible for payment in full regardless of whether I choose to complete the training program. Cancellation of scheduled lessons by the client must be at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled appointment and rescheduled at the time of cancellation. If the appointment is not rescheduled within 24 hours of the cancellation, with consent of trainer to reschedule, the client will be charged the full cost of the appointment. Private Training Sessions must be used within 3 months of the initial consultation.

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