Source: http://www.k9fitnessandtraining.com/terms--conditions.html
Timestamp: 2018-06-19 08:25:47
Document Index: 474140659

Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 121575', '§ 38792', '§ 30503', '§ 30523', '§ 31602', '§ 31603']

This is the entire Agreement between “Dog Trainer” defined as Lindsey Gallagher / K9 Fitness & Training / Pet Food Express / any and all Worker(s) and/or Employee(s)/ All other affiliate(s) representing K-9 Fitness & Training or Pet Food Express; “Dog Owner” is defined as any family member(s) or affiliate(s), resident(s), tenant(s) or third persons present, representing part of a Household to which the Dog being serviced belongs. “Third-parties” are defined as any dog or person’s present independent or in relation to Dog Trainer, Dog Owner or the environment to which Services took place, that may be effected by any incidental and/or consequential risk mentioned in the below terms.
The Service(s) defined in this agreement include, but is not limited to, walking, running, dog park activity, private pet sitting, any and all other on-leash and off-leash interaction, Behavioral and Obedience Training at any and all public and private properties in the presence of people and other dogs. All terms are agreed to apply with or without the presence of the Dog Owner when Service(s) are rendered.
1.CANINE REQUIREMENTS
Aggressive Behavior(s). To participate in any public Service(s), Dog Owner understands and agrees his/her dog does not currently display any excessive barking, nipping, biting, tearing, lunging, growling, chasing, pouncing, and/or any other intention to fight humans or any other animals otherwise collectively known as “Aggressive Behaviors” (This clause is null and void upon signing Addendum 7: Aggression and Anxiety).
Vaccinations. Dog Owner understands that all pets must be up to date on required vaccinations pursuant to § 121575. (“Rabies” defined),In the event a canine defaults on required vaccines, Dog Owner takes full responsibility for any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages to K-9 Fitness & Training’s Dogs, or Third-parties affected. Dog Trainer references https://www.vippetcare.com/resource-center/vaccine-dog/ for required vaccinations to provide service. Dog Owner acknowledges that upon signing this contract, it serves as written declaration and proof of up-to-date vaccinations required. According to statute § 38792 (Dog licenses; fees; duration), Dog Owner is responsible for canines to wear proper licensing identification. If Dog Owner fails to comply, he/she will be issued all citations and/or fees associated.
Spay and Neuter. According to the statutes§ 30503 - § 30523 (spay/neuter requirements) it is required for all dogs to be spayed or neutered. Verbal agreements for Service(s) may be made between Dog Owner and Dog Trainer based upon the acknowledgment of the “Foreseeable Risk(s)”(- reasonable common-sense risk to which Dog Owner is aware of, without being informed by Dog Trainer or any Third-parties, prior to Service(s) rendered). Foreseeable Risk(s) associated with failure to spay/neuter include but are not limited to, unpredictable Aggressive Behaviors, impregnation or being impregnated, and/or physical and mental social implications taking place between Dog Trainer, Dog Trainer’s dogs and any and all Third-parties. Regarding Service(s) to be provided to a dog that is not spayed/neutered according to law; Dog Owner is solely responsible to provide any license(s) to breed canines and/or takes full responsibility for all related consequences associated with unlawful intent to breed, including but not limited to: misdemeanor or infractions, fees, citations and any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages associated with Foreseeable Risk(s) previously mentioned.
Leash Regulations. Los Angeles City Ordinance 10.32.010 (Dog’s running at large) requires all dog’s to be leashed with no-longer than 6 feet of leash, on all premises that is not a private property. Dog Owner understands and agrees that he/she will keep her dog leashed properly with no longer than a 6 foot leash, at all times. Exception may be made on private property where Dog Trainer has permitted off-leash Service(s) to be rendered in a safely quarantined area specifically designated for off-leash dogs. In the event a dog is permitted off-leash by Dog Trainer, Regulations in permitted off-leash areas will follow those of the LA DOG PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS referenced in http://losdogs.com/park-rules/. Under these terms, Dog Owner agrees to be held liable for all misdemeanor or infractions, fees, citations and any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages regarding breach of LA DOG PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS.
2. FORESEEABLE INJURY AND RISKS
Foreseeable Risks. Dog Owner acknowledges all Foreseeable Risk(s)(Including those previously mentioned) upon any Service(s) rendered. Foreseeable Risk(s) include but are not limited to, presence of communicable diseases, committing or responding to Aggressive Behavior(s), untrained Third-parties off-leash dog’s defined as “strays”(friendly and potentially dangerous), Dog Fights as a result of multiple dog interactions, damages as a result of weather changes such as extreme heat, cold and rain, fleas, ticks and other pests, allergies unknown, Pre-existing conditions and all other spontaneous unaccounted injury to humans or dogs present regardless of severity. Within these Foreseeable Risk(s) Dog Owner thoroughly acknowledges that any of those risks may result in a fatality or death, and that death is to be considered an unlikely but “Foreseeable Risk(s)” upon Service(s). Dog Owner acknowledges these risks and takes full responsibility for all incidents that he/she is involved. Dog Trainer does the best possible to ensure a safe and secure environment for all Service(s) provided, however Dog Owner acknowledges all Foreseeable Risk(s) mentioned or not mentioned in the terms of this contract and holds Dog Trainer harmless to the notion that these risks cannot be controlled.
Request for Service. Dog Owner understands and agrees that he/she is requesting Service(s) as a solution to a dilemma already present. Dog Owner releases any and all liability suggesting that Dog Trainer has caused a new or existing dilemma. As a condition of Service(s), Dog Owner acknowledges that he/she is specifically requesting Dog Trainer to intervene in his/her current dog care and/or training routine. Dog Owner understands that behavior may consequently become worse due to copying negative behavior from any Third-parties and/or wrongfully executing Training techniques instructed by Dog Trainer. Dog Owner understand and agrees that with training, Dog Trainer may be confronting wrongful behavior and any dog can have Aggressive Behavior(s) responses thereof.
Animals Right to Service(s). Dog Owner agrees by signing this contract to protect the “Rights” of all animals present for Service(s) provided. These Rights include but are not limited to, protecting Dog Trainer and Third-parties, by NOT pressing charges for or against any other parties present for any reason, receiving Service(s). Dog Owner understands that during services provided any display of behavior by Dog Owner’s Dog, Dog Handler’s Dog or any Third-parties is not a part of that dog’s “History” of Behavior or temperament (–part of a repeated behavior, but one that is being brought on by the Foreseeable Risk(s) of Service(s) ). Dog Owner accepts and excuses any and all inflicted dog bites or injuries accrued to and from any and all parties as a result of Dog Owner’s pet(s), Dog Handler’s dog(s) or any other Third-parties as “accidental” and does not identify any canine present during Service(s) provided as “Potentially Dangerous”(§ 31602) or a “Vicious Dog” (§ 31603). In the event Dog Owner attempts to make a claim against Dog Trainer or any Third-parties present at the time of Service(s) regarding incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages, Dog Owner agrees to deem all evidence of incidents as null and void as part of the Foreseeable Risk(s) mentioned. Dog Owner under no circumstance will deem a death penalty to be declared upon Dog Trainer(s) Dog or any Third Parties. Dog Owner acknowledges that no injury, regardless of severity, was received due to any vicious or malicious intent regardless of extend of injury. Dog Owner agrees that in signing this contract, he/she will protect the Rights of all animals present to participate in Service(s) regardless of damages received or inflicted. Dog Owner acknowledges and agrees that upon signing this contract he/she is agreeing to all Foreseeable Risk(s) mentioned or not and that Dog Trainer is not to be held liable for any and all incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages.
3. PERMISSION OF SERVICE
Permission to Enter Property. Dog Owner permits Dog Trainer and Dog Trainers Dog’s to enter private property to provide Service(s). Dog Owner permit’s Dog Trainer’s Dog’s and Third-parties on to his/her property as part as Services provided. Dog Owner permit’s Dog Trainer’s Dog’s and Third-parties to be off-leash and not directly supervised by Dog Trainer. Dog Owner permits Dog Trainer to bring any and all Third-parties to participate in Service(s) at Dog Trainer’s discretion without notification of Dog Owner. Dog Owner understands and permits Dog Trainer to enter the premises with or without Dog Owner present to enact Service(s). While on the property, Dog Owner permits Dog Trainer to utilize restrooms, running water, and dishes such as cups and bowls on all areas of the property. Dog Owner will not hold Dog Trainer liable for any items moved, manipulated or subsequently missing. If a claim is to be made for stolen property, Dog Owner must have reasonable proof of theft, and agrees to settle all legal matters in Arbitration.
Canine Safety. Dog Owner acknowledges and permits for Dog Trainer to do anything possible to “keep a dog safe” (- this definition includes but is not limited to, removing the Dog from the property, holding dog within personal custody up to 3 weeks, taking Dog to emergency hospital and/or refraining from Service(s) altogether.) Dog Owner takes full responsibility for any and all incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages that may have been a result of actions taken to “keep a dog safe”, and relinquishes all claims against Dog Trainer in relation to said action. Dog Owner understands and permits Dog Trainer to execute any and all recommended training techniques. Dog Owner further permits this contract to be valid approval for future Service(s) permitting Dog Trainer to enter Dog Owner’s premises and copy additional house hold keys and give those keys to any and all affiliates assisting with Service(s) provided, without additional signed contracts or written authorizations from Dog Owner.
Authorization of all Training Techniques. Dog Owner acknowledges and permits the use of all training techniques that include but are not limited to, E-collars, prong collars, choke chains, slip-lead, long leash, short leash, touching, tapping, and/or any physical manipulation of the canine; in order to prevent or mitigate all unwanted or “potentially dangerous” behaviors. Dog Owner permits Dog Trainer to use his/her “best judgement” (- immediate opinion or action) during time of Service(s), even if Dog Owner disagrees. Dog Owner will not hold Dog Trainer liable for any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages regardless of whether Dog Trainer should have “known better” (– to have hesitation or common sense otherwise).
Release of all photos and videos. Dog Owner permits Dog Trainer to take unlimited photos and videos of Dog Owner, Dog Owner’s Dog, Dog Owner’s property, and any and all other third parties involved in Services, regardless if those Services are in session. Photos taken by Dog Trainer belong solely to Dog Trainer, and can be willfully shared among any and all publications including but not limited to, public advertisements, social media, all general pet store locations, private and professional persons, private emails and texts, and any and all published websites.
Guarantee of Service. Dog Owner acknowledges although training techniques used throughout courses are considered effective, Dog Trainer cannot ensure Dog Owner will have the ability to implement those techniques 100% correctly, and as such, no guarantee of any results can be promised.
Commitment to Service(s). Dog Owner agrees by signing this contract to “Commit to Service” Service(s), that is actively following the written and verbal instruction of the dog trainer, in a calm and respectful manner without refusal to participate. In the event Dog Owner refuses Commit to Service, by failing to complete a task assigned more than twice, disrespecting or harassing, and/or unspoken insinuendos that may be inappropriate to Dog Trainer or Third-parties, Dog Trainer may cease Service(s) immediately without refund based upon a “reasonable cause” ( - lack of commitment to Service(s), or uncomfortable situation). Dog Owner understands that at any point if Dog Trainer feels emotionally or physically threatened by Dog Owner or other Third-parties related to Dog Owner, that Service(s) can and will be terminated immediately with or without notice based on that “reasonable cause”. Service(s) can be ceased immediately without refund based upon “reasonable cause” including but not limited to, lack of Service commitment, emotional or physical threat, financial undue hardship and/or failure to comply with any part of this contractual agreement.
5. APPOINTMENT & PAYMENT POLICY
Appointments. Dog Owner agrees to make appointments in writing by text or email. In the event an appointment or Service(s) is “changed” (- cancelled or rescheduled), Dog Owner understands and agrees to give a minimum of 24 hour notice of change of scheduled appointment with a limit of 2 appointment or Service(s) change within any purchased packaged sessions. All instructional one-on-one or group K9Training classes require a 5 day cancellation to receive any Service credit for payment. Any appointments or Service(s) changed without required notice, or in excess of 2 changed training appointments per package, will be considered Service(s) rendered by Dog Trainer; and Dog Owner will not be compensated with additional time, Service(s), or refund. Appointment or Service changes provided with a documented canine injury affecting Service(s), are exempt. Dog Owner will pay Dog Trainer for all agreed Service(s) by the first session of a pre-paid training package, or hourly, same day, by the end of the Service(s) provided.
Late fees and Refunds. A late fee of $25.00 will be charged for any unpaid payments; unless otherwise agreed to. Dog Owner understands and agrees that under no circumstance is Dog Trainer required to provide a refund for any and all Service(s) provided or not provided, as a Commitment to Service(4.2); regardless for any injury, and all incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages. Dog Owner agrees that invoices for any Service(s) need not be formal documents, but are authenticated by any in writing communications. All unanticipated times and expenses spent during responsible completion of pet care duties will be paid upon receipt of additional invoice. A finance charge will be added to unpaid balances after five (5) BUSINESS DAYS. A handling fee of $35 will be charged to all returned checks. Clients with a history of late payment will be required to pay before services are rendered.
6.LIABILITY RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION
Liability Release. Dog Owner understands and agrees that under no circumstance will he/she hold Dog Trainer liable for any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages regarding behavioral change, regardless if Dog Owner believes that behavior change to be negative. In any event, Dog Trainer will not be held liable to the Dog Owner or any and all other Third-parties for any incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages arising out of this Agreement irrespective of whether such party has been advised, or should have known of the possibility of any such loss or damage. Dog Owner acknowledges and takes full responsibility for his/her pet(s) actions and results thereof; regardless of being under direct supervision and recommendation of Dog Trainer. Dog Owner under stands and agrees that in any event involving any Third-parties, it is the sole responsibility of the Dog Owner to confront Third-parties involved, without any involvement or liability of Dog Trainer. Regardless of the presence of the Dog Owner, in the event Dog Trainer is handling Dog Owner’s Canine(s), the Dog Trainer will not be held liable for any and all injuries and injury related expenses that may pertain to Dog Owner, Dog Owner’s Dog, or any and all other Third-parties. Dog Owner understands and agrees that Dog Trainer may or may not be insured at any time, and regardless of insurance provided and/or not provided all claims made shall not qualify to hold Dog trainer liable due to Foreseeable Risk(s) mentioned and not mentioned. In any event an incident occurs during time of Service(s) that requires legal action, Dog Owner takes full responsibility to provide representation for both his/her self and Dog Trainer. This responsibility includes the payment of any and all legal and filing fees as well as any incidental, consequential, indirect, and special and/or punitive damages that may arise out of such legal action.
INDEMNIFICATION. DOG OWNER SHALL FULLY INDEMNIFY, HOLD HARMELSS AND DEFEND (COLLECTIVELY “INDEMNIFY” AND “INDEMNIFICATION”) LINDSEY GALLAGHER, K-9 FITNESS & TRAINING, PET FOOD EXPRESS, CONTRACTED WORKERS AND EMPLOYEES AND ALL OTHER AFFILIATES (COLLECTIVELY “INDEMNIFIED PARTIES”) FROM AND AGAINST ALL CLAIMS, DEMANDS, ACTIONS OR SUITS, DAMAGES, LIABILITIES, LOSSES, SETTLEMENTS, JUDGEMENTS, COSTS AND EXPENSES, (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, REASONABLE ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS) WHETHER OR NOT INVOLVING THIRD-PARTIES CLAIM IN ANY CASE WHETHER OR NOT CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE OF LINDSEY GALLAGHER OR K-9 FITNESS & TRAINING OR ANY OTHER INDEMNIFIED PARTY AND WHETHER OR NOT THE CLAIM HAS MERIT.
THIS CONTRACT SERVES AS A COMMITMENT TO ANY AND ALL SERVICE(S) INDEFINITELY UNLESS DOG OWNER PERMANENTLY CANCELS ANY AND ALL FUTURE SERVICES IN WRITING. BY SIGNING THIS CONTRACT, DOG OWNER UNDERSTANDS AND AGREES TO ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS TO PROVIDE SERVICE(S). YOUR SIGNATURE IS CONSIDERED VALID UNDER THE FEDERAL E-SIGN ACT BY CHECKING THE BOX ON YOUR REGISTRATION FORM.