OR Read through our adoption contract below.................

CISR will have this contract ready for you to sign, when you are ready to adopt a dog.

Central Illinois Sheltie Rescue

Adoption Contract and Agreement

In consideration of a donation of  $ __________  CISR agrees to allow Adopter to
adopt this Rescue Sheltie according to he terms set forth in this contract.  CISR
warrants that as of the Agreement date and to the best of its knowledge the Dog:

__x___   Is current on all shots, altered, HW negative, wormed, micro-chipped.
__x___   Is in good health, and free of any diseases.
 _____   Other:   

1.     As of this date of adoption, Adopter agrees to take ownership of the above Dog.  This includes all medical / Vet care, medication, food, grooming, and housing care

2.     If, within one month, for any reason you decide the Dog is not right for you or your family, you may return the Dog to CISR for a refund of your donation.   After one month, there is no refund available, but you must still return the Dog to CISR should you no longer want to keep this dog.

3.     The Adopter agrees that ownership and/or possession of the Dog is not transferable, and the Dog will not reside with anyone other than Adopter except for temporary boarding while Adopter vacations.   Adopter agrees that if for any reason he/she is unable or unwilling to house and care for the Dog, or if he/she should no longer want to retain ownership of the Dog, that Adopter will immediately, at Adopter’s expense, return the Dog to CISR in McLean County, Illinois.  It is the Adopter's responsibility to transport the Dog back to CISR in a safe and approved manner. 

4.     Adopter MUST register this new sheltie with its Microchip Company within 15 days of taking possession of the Dog.  Paperwork to do so is included in your adoption folder.   Adopter must notify CISR when this has been done.

5.     Adopter agrees this dog will never be allowed to run loose.  The dog must always be on a leash or in a secure physically fenced yard.   Failure to comply with this will constitute a breach of contract.

6.     The use of “Invisible fences” or “Underground” or “Electronic fences”  are strictly prohibited under this contract.   

7.     Tying or tethering this dog outside is also strictly prohibited under this contract

8.   The Dog is being placed with the strict understanding that it is going to a private home, to live as an indoor pet.  Adopter understands and shall cause the Dog to reside in the home of the Adopter, not outside.   An indoor pet shall mean the Dog will be inside adopter’s home except for supervised playtime outside and for purposes of urination and bowel movements.  The Dog may never be allowed to be outdoors if Adopter is not home.

9.     Adopter shall  treat this animal in a humane and loving way at all times, and to make sure that anyone temporarily caring for the Dog will do the same. 

10.  The Adopter shall provide the Dog with proper veterinary care as is recommended by his or her veterinarian, for the rest of the Dog’s life.   This includes yearly physical exams, dental cleanings when recommended, blood tests or other tests, vaccinations, monthly heartworm prevention, and monthly prevention of parasites, fleas and ticks..   Adopter hereby gives CISR permission to verify this care by contacting and talking with the Dog’s veterinarian at will.

11.  Adopter shall immediately have an ID tag made, and attach it to the Dog’s collar.  Adopter shall make certain the Dog wears its collar with ID tag at all times. The information on the tag should include your at least Adopter’s phone number.  Adopter agrees to make certain ID tag always has Adopter’s current information. 

12.  Adopter shall license the Dog according to any local ordinances.

13.  Adopter shall feed a wholesome, premium dog food, and have fresh water available at all times. Generic dog food, store brand dog foods, or no-name dog foods are not considered premium food.

14.  Adopter understands that CISR will never place a known biter. However, Adopter is fully aware and does understand that any dog may bite if provoked, or if scared, sick, teased or injured.  

15.  The dog’s background and medical history have been discussed with Adopter.  Adopter understands that CISR has made no representation concerning the health, condition, training behavior, or temperament of the Dog. 

16.  CISR reserves the right to enforce this contract in order to protect the welfare of the Dog. Adopter understands that CISR may examine and/or make inquiries about the Dog at any time.  Adopter also consents to CISR speaking with their Veterinarian to verify the care given.  Refusal to cooperate with inquiries of the Dog shall be considered a breach of contract.

17.  Adopter hereby agrees that by following the terms and conditions in this contract, he/she will retain ownership and physical possession of this dog for the rest of the dogs life OR bring the dog back to CISR in Towanda, IL.    Adopter hereby agrees that if he/she, OR a friend, family member, guardian, or an executor of his/her estate should give or sell this dog to another person, animal shelter, or any other entity,  that Adopter, or his/her estate will pay the sum of $3500 to Central Illinois Sheltie Rescue as a penalty.   Adopter agrees to this penalty/fee and acknowledges that he/she could adopt a dog from many places, but has chosen to adopt this dog from CISR with full knowledge of this stipulation.     __________   (adopters initials)

18.  Adopter hereby agrees that if at any time, ANY of the terms and conditions of this Adoption Agreement are violated, this will constitute a breach of contract and CISR has the right to terminate this Agreement, and to demand that the Dog be returned to them (at the CISR location in McLean County, Illinois) within 72 hours.  Should adopter fail to comply with request to return this dog within the 72 hours, Adopter agrees to pay the minimum sum of damages to CISR in the amount of (i) $2,500.00 (Twenty-Five Hundred and NO/100 Dollars) plus (ii) actual roundtrip travel costs incurred from the City of Bloomington in the State of Illinois to the Dog’s location for both the Dog and a CISR representative and (iii) actual costs incurred for veterinary fees to return the Dog to its health as of the date of this Agreement.  Failure of Adopter to pay the above described damages shall allow CISR to pursue any and all remedies of law available including damages for the time, paperwork, and hours spent investigating and pursuing the breach of the Agreement.               ______________  (adopters initials)

19.  Adopter hereby waives any challenge to venue and agrees that the appropriate venue of this matter is the State of Illinois, and the County of McLean.  Furthermore, Adopter agrees to accept service of process by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the address provided in the Agreement, and Adopter specifically waives any right to receive personal service of any legal action or otherwise. 

20.  A non-breaching party of this Agreement shall be entitled to reasonable legal fees in addition to any other   damages/penalties described herein.  Legal fees shall include but are not limited to attorneys’ fees and court costs. 

21.  The terms of this Agreement shall survive the transfer of the Dog to the Adopter and said terms and conditions shall be enforceable for the life of the Dog and after the death of the Dog if there is a reasonable determination that the Dog’s death is due in part to the Adopter’s violation of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. 

I have read and understand this entire agreement, and do hereby agree to ALL the above terms.

Name:                                                                                                                                                                                      

Address:                                                                                                                                                                                  

City:                                                                                  State:                                     Zip:                                                       

Phone:   (H)                                                             (W)                                          (C)                                                         

Driver’s License # / State:                                                                                  /                               ______

Adopter’s Signature:                                                                                                                                      Date:                                                     

CISR Representative’s Signature:                                                                                                              Date:                                                     

Checks returned by the issuer’s bank for any reason shall be a breach of this Agreement and shall be subject to the terms of this Agreement and subject to the maximum penalties under the laws of the State of Illinois.