Dog Walking Agreement:
The parties to this Pet Care Agreement (hereinafter referred to as the “Contract”) and Dogs Love To Walk (hereinafter referred to as "the Caretaker") and (hereinafter referred to as "the Owner"). A Dog Information Sheet and a Veterinarian Release Form must be completed and signed prior to service (for each pet) so that we may provide the best care possible. Whereas the Owner wishes to engage the Caretaker and the Caretaker agrees to undertake the services under the terms and provisions defined in this Contract, as well as the forms mentioned, all of which shall become part of this Contract. Any reference to dogs or pets in this Contract shall refer to those specified on the Dog Information Sheet(s).
1.) Relationship and Responsibilities: In the event Clients dog incurs injury Dogs Love To Walk Will compensate all veterinary costs accrued. The Caretaker undertakes to notify the Owner of any occurrence pertaining to the dog which may be relevant to the care and well-being of the dog. The Caretaker will supply waste bags, leashes and water and will duly remove the dog's feces from all public places. The Owner will provide suitable harnesses, collars and non-retractable leashes as approved by the Caretaker, as well as muzzles if required. The Caretaker reserves the right to adjust walking times due to extremely hot or stormy weather.
If the Owner desires the dog’s feet to be wiped off during wet weather, Owner shall provide a towel to be left at the point of entry used by the Caretaker.
2.) Compensation: The Caretaker shall be paid the amount agreed upon during the booking. Owner will pay at the end of scheduled walks. Fresh water and treats will be provided by the Caretaker afterwards.
3.) Duration: This Contract shall become effective on the date it is signed. Either party may terminate this Contract with a minimum of 24 (twenty four) hours notice prior to the scheduled visit without incurring penalties or damages. Cancellation by the Owner of scheduled walks with less than 24 hrs notice will be charged at the full rate. If a specific employee of the Caretaker cannot perform the service at a scheduled date or time, then the Caretaker may assign a substitute employee. Should any dog become aggressive or dangerous, the Caretaker may terminate this Contract with immediate effect. Any wrongful or misleading information in the Owner's Information or Pet Information sheets may constitute a breach of terms of this Contract and be grounds for instant termination thereof. Termination under the circumstances described above shall not entitle the Owner to any refunds or relief of any outstanding payments due.
4.) Liability: The Caretaker will carry liability insurance relative to the services performed for the Owner. Dogs Love To Walk is Insured by KenelPro. The Dogs Love To Walk will provide the transportion of dog(s) to and from any veterinary clinic or kennel, the medical treatment of the dog(s) and the expense thereof.
5.) Indemnification: The parties agree to indemnify and hold harmless each other as well as respective employees, successors and assigns from any and all claims arising from either party's willful or negligent conduct.
6.) Emergencies: In the event of an emergency, Dogs Love To Walk shall contact the Owner at the numbers provided to confirm the Owner's choice of action. If the Owner cannot be reached, the Caretaker is authorized to either: (1) transport the dog(s) to the listed veterinarian, (2) request on-site treatment from a veterinarian, or (3) transport the dog(s) to an emergency clinic if the previous two options are not feasible.
7.) Security: The Caretaker warrants to keep safe and confidential all keys, remote control entry devices, access codes and personal information of the Owner and to return same to the Owner at the end of the Contract period or immediately upon demand.
Pet Boarding Agreement
(If applicable)
State of California
This Pet Boarding Agreement, hereinafter referred to as "Agreement," is entered into and made effective as of the date set forth at the end of this document by and between the following parties: , having a primary address as entered at the head of agreement and DOGS LOVE TO WALK, having a primary address at the following:
213 Commons Lane Foster City, CA
Hereinafter, "Client" will refer to and be used to describe the following party: .
"Service Provider" will refer to and be used to describe the following party: DOGS LOVE TO WALK. Client and Service Provider may be referred to individually as "Party" and collectively as the "Parties."
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, Client wishes to retain the Service Provider to provide care for Client's companion animal;
WHEREAS, Service Provider has the skills, qualifications, and expertise required to provide the care for the companion animal and wishes to provide said care;
NOW, therefore, in consideration of the promises and covenants contained herein, as well as other good and valuable consideration (the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged), the Parties do hereby agree as follows:
1.) - COMPANION ANIMAL INFORMATION:
The companion animal(s) that is the subject of this Agreement is described in the Dog Information Sheet(s)
2.) - DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:
Service Provider and Client hereby agree on the provision of the following services (the "Services"):
Dogs Love To Walk will provide: Feeding both dogs (Client Supplies Food), Walking Dogs, Companionship for both dogs, Bathing if needed.
The Services will begin and continue for the duration as reserved by Client and confirmed by Service Provider through the Online Booking or email.
3.) - PAYMENT:
Payment for the Services will be as follows:
Pet Owner Has Two Options on Payments:
a) 50% Before Services are to be rendered, 50% before services are to be completed.
b) Full Amount Can be paid before services are to be rendered.
c) If the Client cancels a long term boarding agreement after a 3 day grace period, the payment will not be refunded.
Payments Accepted: Venmo, Zelle, Cash, Money Order, Credit Cards through PayPal.
4.) - CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
Client confirms they have provided the feeding, care and emergency information for the Companion Animal in the Dog Information Sheet(s).
5.) - CONTACT INFORMATION:
Address and contact information for the Client is provided at the head of this Agreement.
6.) - EMERGENCIES:
In the event of any emergency situation with Companion Animal, including, but not limited to, physical emergencies such as uncontrolled vomiting, an animal attack, fever, refusal to eat and other behavioral problems, Service Provider is to first and foremost begin transport to the Client preferred veterinary facility (the "Facility") for immediate treatment:
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A release form is attached to this Agreement for Service Provider to take Companion Animal to the Facility and receive treatment.
If the Facility is closed during the time of the emergency, Service Provider will then take Companion Animal to the nearest emergency clinic.
En route to the Facility or to any emergency clinic, Service Provider will first attempt to reach Client at any of the contact points listed in this Agreement for Client. If Service Provider cannot reach the Client immediately, Service Provider will then call the secondary emergency contact person as noted in this agreement.
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However, Service Provider must continue attempting to reach Client until successful.
7.) - TERM/TERMINATION:
This Agreement will terminate at the end of term requested by Client and accepted by the Service Provider through the Online Booking or email.
8.) - ACCESS & SECURITY:
Should Service Provider be given any keys, access codes, gate control information, or other means of entry and access to Client's home or other private space, Service Provider hereby agrees to maintain the secrecy of all such information and to share it with no one, as well as to return all such access information and devices back to Client at the termination of this Agreement.
9.) - RELATIONSHIP:
It is hereby acknowledged and agreed that Service Provider is an independent contractor and shall in no way be construed to be an employee.
10.) - INJURIES & INDEMNIFICATION:
Client shall not be responsible to Service Provider for any injuries as a result of Service Provider's provision of services under this Agreement. Service Provider agrees to maintain appropriate insurance coverage for the bounds of Service Provider's work and additionally waives any and all right to recover from Client.
Further, the Parties hereby agree to indemnify and hold each other harmless from any all claims, judgments, demands, expenses, losses, monetary costs, or fees that may be asserted as a result of this Agreement or the provision of Services thereunder, with the sole exception that Client may attempt any legal recovery from Service Provider in the event of any intentional or negligent harm to Companion Animal. This indemnification includes all employees or staff of both Parties, if applicable.
11.) - SERVICE PROVIDER'S LIABILITY:
If any other individual has access to Client's property during the term of this Agreement, Service Provider shall accept no liability for any loss or damage or other breach of security.
12.) - GENERAL PROVISIONS:
a) GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of the state of California and any applicable federal law. Both Parties consent to jurisdiction under the state and federal courts within the state of California. The Parties agree that this choice of law, venue, and jurisdiction provision is not permissive, but rather mandatory in nature.
b) LANGUAGE: All communications made or notices given pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the English language.
c) ASSIGNMENT: This Agreement, or the rights granted hereunder, may not be assigned, sold, leased or otherwise transferred in whole or part by either Party. Specifically, Service Provider shall not be permitted to assign any of the obligations under this Agreement.
d) AMENDMENTS: This Agreement may only be amended in writing signed by both Parties.
e) NO WAIVER: None of the terms of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been waived by any act or acquiescence of either Party. Only an additional written agreement can constitute waiver of any of the terms of this Agreement between the Parties. No waiver of any term or provision of this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other term or provision or of the same provision on a future date. Failure of either Party to enforce any term of this Agreement shall not constitute waiver of such term or any other term.
f) SEVERABILITY: If any provision or term of this Agreement is held to be unenforceable, then this Agreement will be deemed amended to the extent necessary to render the otherwise unenforceable provision, and the rest of the Agreement, valid and enforceable. If a court declines to amend this Agreement as provided herein, the invalidity or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining terms and provisions, which shall be enforced as if the offending term or provision had not been included in this Agreement.
g) ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and supersedes any prior or contemporaneous understandings, whether written or oral.
h) HEADINGS: Headings to this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not be construed to limit or otherwise affect the terms of this Agreement.
i) COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, all of which shall constitute a single agreement. If the dates set forth at the end of this document are different, this Agreement is to be considered effective as of the date that both Parties have signed the agreement, which may be the later date.
