ABCpuppy Health Guarantee

1. One-Year Congenital Disorder Guarantee

   • Coverage: All puppies come with a 1-year guarantee for congenital disorders, allowing exchange or replacement.

   • Replacement Fee: A $100 fee applies for a replacement puppy, which must be of similar or lower value.

   • Diagnosis: The congenital disorder must be diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian within one year of purchase.

2. 14-Day Viral Health Guarantee

   • Options: If a serious viral infection (e.g., parvovirus or distemper) is diagnosed within 14 days, you may:

     • Exchange the puppy for one of equal or lesser value.

     • Receive a refund or reimbursement up to the purchase price if returning the puppy is not feasible due to distance.

   • Hospitalization Costs: Reimbursement up to the purchase price is available for hospitalization costs upon submission of veterinary invoices.

   • Disclaimer:

     • This is not a health insurance policy and does not cover veterinary bills beyond the specified reimbursement.

     • Owners are responsible for all veterinary expenses outside the stated terms.

   • Limit: Once the total refund or reimbursement equals the purchase price, no further credits will be issued, and the congenital guarantee is void.

3. Limitations

   • Exclusions: The guarantee does not cover cosmetic or non-life-threatening conditions.

   • Routine Care: Owners are responsible for vaccinations, deworming, spaying/neutering, and flea/heartworm prevention.

   • Case-by-Case Review: Minor health concerns not explicitly covered may be reviewed individually.

   • Insurance: This guarantee is not a substitute for pet insurance. We recommend exploring veterinary care options.

   • Breeding Ability: Breeding ability is not guaranteed under any circumstances.

4. Buyer Responsibilities To maintain this guarantee, you must:

   • Veterinary Exam: Have the puppy examined by a licensed veterinarian within 7 days of purchase to validate all guarantees.

   • Fecal Exams: Conduct tests for worms, coccidia, and giardia as advised by your veterinarian. [Changed "vet" to "veterinarian" for consistency with formal tone.]

   • Notification: Inform ABCpuppy immediately if the puppy tests positive for any health condition.

   • Microchip: Register the puppy’s microchip (details in vaccine records).

   • Spay/Neuter: Complete spaying or neutering by six months or as recommended by your veterinarian. [Changed "vet" to "veterinarian" for consistency.]

   • Training: Address behavioral issues with professional training if needed.

5. Deposits & Refund Policy

   • Non-Refundable Deposits: Deposits (up to $400) are non-refundable but transferable to another puppy.

   • Switching Puppies: Changing your selection after three days incurs a $200 fee unless the selected puppy becomes sick before release.

6. Sold as Pets Agreement

   • Terms: Puppies sold as pets are for companionship only and include:

     • No Breeding Rights: Breeding is not permitted.

     • Spay/Neuter Requirement: The puppy must be spayed or neutered.

     • Pet-Only Focus: Ensures a loving home, not for breeding or showing.

     • Breed Variability: Minor breed variations may exist, even for purebreds.

     • Health Guarantees: Congenital and viral guarantees apply to "Pet Only" puppies.

7. Important Notice

   • Public Spaces: Avoid taking puppies under four months old, who are not fully vaccinated, to public places like pet stores, parks, or groomers. [Added "old" after "months" for clarity and grammatical correctness; added commas around "who are not fully vaccinated" for proper clause separation.]

   • Vet Visits: Keep the puppy in a carrier during veterinary visits and prevent strangers from handling or touching its mouth. [Changed "vet visits" to "veterinary visits" for consistency.]

   • Agreement: By accepting a puppy from ABCpuppy, you agree to all terms and conditions in this document.