Deposit Policy

We will accept deposits on puppies for current or upcoming litters on a limited basis.

Our deposit is a non-refundable amount of $100 which goes toward the purchase price of the pup.

You must be specific as to the gender, color, pairing* and purpose for your puppy (hunting, companion etc..) If there is no pup matching your requirements, you can apply the deposit to the next available litter. We must know at 5 weeks old if you are not applying your deposit toward our current litter. *If you are choosing a pup from particular parents please be aware that this is a breeding program and things don't always go as planned. If you want a pup from specific parents you may want to wait until they arrive before placing a deposit. We will not refund if the parents you like do not have a litter. We reserve the right to choose who we breed and when. If you do not want to take the risk, please do not make the deposit*

If for any reason you are not quite ready for a pup when one is available, we can also hold your deposit for up to two years. We must know by 5 weeks of age if you are not ready for a pup from our current litter.

When we receive your deposit you will be placed on a list according to your preference of sex, color, and hunting or companion dog, and date received (postmark or date of payment). We will then keep you updated as to the status of the litter via email. We will post pictures of the litter and pups at about a week old and then updated weekly if possible (outside litters, I have no control over when they send the pictures).

If you chose one from the baby photos, and that one isn't already picked then that is the one you will take home at 8 weeks. If there is only one of your desired sex, color, and you are first on the list for that, then that pup will be reserved for you.

If at anytime a pup is picked by the buyer, that pup will not be shown to other potential buyers.

When it comes time to pick out your pup, you may do so at about 5-7 weeks of age. We ask that you choose your pup as early as possible so the next person in line may choose their pup as well.

We will work with you as much as we can to make sure you get the pup you want.

Always send as much information about your self and contact information as possible so we can keep you informed as well a fit you with the right pup.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call us at: 530-477-7254. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone we do not wish to sell a puppy to.

We also reserve the right to choose a puppy for a family if we feel that pup better suits their needs. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone. Seller may choose, to refund the full amount of the deposit to the buyer, thereby ending any and all obligation to sell buyer a dog or puppy. Below is a copy of our deposit receipt:

It is understood that the deposit taken on this date is to reserve a puppy that is not yet born or is too young to be completely evaluated by seller as to its quality as a possible show/breeding dog. Evaluations will be done at 6-7 weeks of age.

The deposit will be applied to the purchase price of the puppy if a suitable puppy is available from the litter listed above. If no puppy meeting the requirements of this reservation (requested sex, color, quality) is available from this litter, the deposit shall be refunded or can be applied to reserve a puppy from a future litter. Seller may choose, to refund the full amount of the deposit to the buyer, thereby ending any and all obligation to sell buyer a dog or puppy. The deposit shall not be refunded for any other reason (for example buyer purchasing a puppy from another breeder’s litter before this puppy is available or purchaser changing their minds about buying a puppy or specific preference on exact markings of dog). Reservations that have been taken with deposits shall be filled by selling the available puppies to the homes they are best suited for, with suitable homes being contacted in the order in which reservations were taken. Paying a deposit and reserving a puppy does not guarantee that a puppy meeting your requirements will be available. The price of the puppy will be determined by its quality.

This agreement is 1 page long. Signatures show understanding of, and agreement to, the above legally binding terms:

ABSOLUTELY no pup will be released before 8 weeks of age period so don't ask.

We ask that all buyers understand that this is state law and we absolutely adhere to this timeline, as this is for the protection of us and the pups.

Buyers with deposits may come to pick out their pup at 5-7 weeks of age but must wait to take him/her home until 8 weeks of age.

At 8 weeks old, we begin placing pups and therefore need people with deposits to have already chosen their pup and shipping, delivery or pick up. If no prior arrangements have been made for pick-up/delivery or we can not contact potential buyer, we will place the pup back up for sale after 9 weeks of age. We do provide boarding to those who want to wait for after a vacation or holiday to pick-up their pup. However, prior arrangements have to be made. In that case, we begin charging for boarding fees of $35.00 a week or any part thereof after 9 weeks of age.

If the pup is being shipped, we need the pup picked, paid for in full and shipping arrangements made and paid in full before 7 weeks. We may wait until 10 weeks of age to ship if needed. Our experience with shipping has been to fly with the pup as a carry-on in a small soft-sided crate.

The buyer can fly to meet us or we can fly with the puppy to deliver it to you. This is the only way we will deliver a pup more that a few states away.

Puppies prices can have a wide range from $550.00 to $1500.00 depending on the quality of the pup and the training it has received. Basic prices are: $700.00 males, $800.00 females. Tri-color add $100.00 and up.

Our trained pups (when available) are trained for general obedience, waterfowl and wet retrieves as well as upland hunting and are priced accordingly. We teach our pups to stay within a 35 yard radius when after upland game, yet they are also trained to make 100+ yard waterfowl retrieves wet or dry. We charge $300.00 per month for basic training, Hunt training is based on available hunting training grounds at the time of intake.

Please don't hesitate to phone, use regular mail, or e-mail us (below) with questions about upcoming litters, breeding fees, or purchase requests and shipping. Special arrangements are made on an individual basis depending on where the dog is to be shipped and the time of year.

Top Gun Springers

(530) 477-7254

www.topgunspringers.net

Health Guarantee/

Puppy Sales Contract (SAMPLE)

The buyer has 5 working days according to this Health Guarantee Contract to have a licensed veterinarian examine the puppy. If he/she finds any life-threatening genetic defects or life-threatening illness, the buyer may exchange the puppy for one of equal value or a full refund after the return of the puppy with a vet statement. The buyer agrees to pay any fees associated with the return of the puppy, as well as any fee associated with an exchange of a puppy.

After the 5 day expiration period the dog is guaranteed for 1 year and may be replaced if a life threatening genetic defect is found and supported by a veterinarian statement.

Buyer understands that the following slight genetic defects are not considered serious or life threatening, and therefore is not covered: umbilical hernia, cherry eye, allergies, un-descended testicle, underbite or overbite. Buyer understands that replacement option is only valid when health problems are attributed to a hereditary problem and not due to accident or contagious and/or other illness.

This guarantee will be null and void if documented and/or verified veterinarian visits and records are not maintained. This guarantee is non-transferable and only applies to the original buyer named above. We reserve the right to have the puppy examined by a veterinarian of our choice at our expense if in the rare occurrence; any claims are made against us under the terms in this contract. Buyer must provide us with any vet records, test results and x-rays that have been done to date on the puppy in question. This guarantee will be null and void if puppy is bred before its first birthday (12 months of age). We are not responsible for the health of any offspring of this puppy if you choose to breed him/her. You understand that we will not be responsible for any of your vet bills after the first 5 days if something happens to your puppy other than what is covered in this guarantee.

Hip Dysplasia Guarantee:

In the unlikely event that a puppy is suspected of being Dysplastic in its first year, we will guarantee a replacement puppy as long as this procedure is followed:

1. Notify us by telephone or letter within 10 business days of the diagnosis.

2. The OFA must find the dog to be "Severely Dysplastic".

3. Send us vet statement detailing that the dog has had x-rays, is not over weight for its height and structure, and that it has obtained regular check-ups.

4. The x-ray must have been taken within the first year of age.

5. The dog must have never been bred.

6. The dog must be in the care of the original buyer.

7. The seller has the right to have a second opinion from his/her own vet of choice at the buyer’s expense.

8. Any returned animals must be in good health other than the specified problem. All shipping on returned animal and replacement is the responsibility of the purchaser.

After meeting the above criteria you may choose a replacement puppy of equal quality out of any of our litters, subject to availability. If you choose to replace the puppy with a more expensive puppy the buyer is responsible for the difference in cost. No additional health guarantee will be issued on the replacement puppy. If you choose to keep the defective pup, it is agreed that it will be kept as a pet will not be used for breeding. Any veterinarian expenses will be the sole responsibility of the buyer and no further guarantee coverage applies.

Vaccinations and General Health Information:

The above puppy has had first vaccination shots against parvovirus, parainfluenza, adenovirus, distemper, and coronovirus (see puppy data sheet). We also have pups on a deworming schedule. We feed Purina puppy chow mixed with formula for the first 4 weeks on solid food and gradually decrease the liquid so that by 8-10 weeks of age they can easily ingest dry puppy chow. All pups are weaned at 8 weeks of age or before. Depending on the litter, buyer may need to continue to add fluid to the dry food. We will include a Puppy Data Sheet with a record of all health related stats. We will also provide information on the care and training of your new puppy.

HOLDING AGREEMENT:

A $100.00 deposit is required to hold your puppy. The seller assigns the buyer the guarantee that the dog will not be sold to any party other than the buyer as long as the buyer adheres to the Picking Up Your Puppy guideline. The $100.00 deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to the purchase price of the dog when the buyer assumes physical possession of the assigned dog.

PICKING UP YOUR PUPPY:

Your assigned puppy will need to be picked up between 8 and 9 weeks of age. If your puppy is not picked up by the 9^th week and no prior arrangements have been made with the seller, Top Gun Springers has the right to void the Puppy Sales Contract and find another buyer. If prior arrangements have been made with the seller the buyer will be charged boarding fees of $35 each week extended from the 9^th week of age. All fees are required to be paid in full before the puppy is released to the buyer.

SHIPPING YOUR PUPPY:

Shipping arrangements can be made for your puppy. Shipping charges and all associated fees are charged to the buyer and are due before shipping can occur. The shipping fees associated with your puppy will be listed in the Puppy Sales Contract. Your assigned puppy will need to be shipped between 8 and 10 weeks of age. Seller reserves the right to delay shipping if health of puppy is at risk. If your puppy is not shipped (by fault of buyer) by the 10^th week and no prior arrangements have been made with the seller, Top Gun Springers has the right to void the Puppy Sales Contract and find another buyer. If prior arrangements have been made with the seller the buyer will be charged boarding fees of $35 each week extended from the 10^th week of age. All fees are required to be paid in full before the puppy is released to the buyer

FIRST RIGHT OF RECOVERY:

If the buyer is unable to care for or chooses to change his/her mind about caring for the puppy purchased Top Gun Springers retains the right for recovery of the puppy at the buyers’ expense. The buyer must notify Top Gun Springers as to the change in circumstance and give the seller first right to the dog before any other action is taken. This includes and is not limited to selling the dog to another buyer. The original purchase price of the dog is non-refundable if there is nothing wrong with the puppy/dog and the buyer is just unwilling or unable to care for the animal.

LIMITED REGISTRATION

______The puppy is sold on Limited Registration. It is understood that the puppy will be Spayed/Neutered and NOT to be used for breeding. Puppy is to be spayed or neutered

no later than six months of age. You are required to furnish the breeder with a copy of the spay/neutered receipt. If this procedure is not followed, the buyer will be billed for the full price of the discounted dog.

______The puppy is sold on Full Registration in which it will be eligible for all registry events and offspring will be eligible for registration.

Pick-up arrangements

______ The puppy will be picked up by the buyer at the seller’s location. Buyer understands that he/she will need to adhere to the Picking Up Your Puppy guidelines as listed above.

______ The puppy will be shipped: (I understand this is weather permitted.) If puppy is to be shipped, buyer takes possession once seller hands dog over to airline or shipping service. Puppies that are shipped must be insured.

Airport code:_________________________Shipping Fee: $_______________________

If a puppy is purchased on a Breeding Contract we will guarantee that the puppy will produce at least one litter of puppies in its lifetime. One live puppy constitutes a litter. If you try to breed and a litter is not produced we require that you send us a statement from your veterinarian stating the reason for the inability to produce is due to a heritary defect and not due to the mate and/or preventable illness. Veterinary expenses are the responsibility of the buyer(s).

As the seller, I certify that this dog/puppy is free from illness and defects, and does not

appear clinically ill from parasitic infestations. All information provided is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.