Another clause might guarantee the dog to be fertile and free from hereditary defects affecting its suitability for breeding. I also require the dog to finish its title and have hips certified before breeding, or the contract becomes null and void. After being stung a couple of times, I inserted a clause to nullify the contract if the dog s name was changed. I always tell people they may call the dog whatever they wish, but for breeding and show purposes, my choice of names must be used. Refund or replacement, that is the question which is ultimate in many buyers minds.
Most breeders agree to replace the dog with one of similar quality.
Some require return of the first dog in order to obtain a replacement. An easy out for the seller. Not too many owners are willing to give up their pet. Personally, I wouldn t disrupt the owners lives nor the puppy s by requiring that. I really don t like having adults to place anyway unless it s a necessity.