Here are our terms and conditions
Legal disclaimer and Release of Liability
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into between Sussex Dog Boarding, and dog owner
1) I (Owner) represent that I am the legal owner of the above named dog(s) and I assume all risks, dangers, and responsibility for injuries to the named dog(s). Owner understands and agrees that Owner is solely responsible for any harm while Owner’s dog(s) is/are boarding.
2) DOG’S HEALTH: Owner further understands and agrees that Owner’s dog(s) are healthy and will at all times while attending Sussex Dog Boarding and have current recommended vaccinations for dogs.
Owner is not boarding any dog that has any condition that could potentially jeopardise the health of other dogs or people and has not had any potentially communicable condition within 30 days prior to boarding. Owner further understands that even if Owner(s) dog is vaccinated for Bordetella (Kennel Cough) there is a chance that the Owner’s dog can still contract Kennel Cough. Owner agrees that Owner will not hold Sussex Dog Boarding responsible if Owner’s dog(s) contracts Kennel Cough or other dog-dog transmitted ailments.
3) FLEA/TICK FREE: All dogs must be flea/tick free, and be treated prior to arrival
4) GROUP PLAY: All dogs must have general behaviour with other dogs as the dogs have shared facilities.
Any dog demonstrating aggression or other behaviour deemed unacceptable by Sussex Dog Boarding staff will be required to leave boarding.
5) RELEASE OF LIABILITY: Owner understands and agrees that during normal dog play, Owner’s dog may sustain injuries. Owner further understands and agrees that neither daycare/boarding nor any of its employees, staff, or volunteers will be liable for any illness, injury, death, of Owner’s dog(s) provided that reasonable care and precautions are followed, and Owner hereby releases Sussex Dog Boarding staff or volunteers of any liability of any kind whatsoever arising from or as a result of Owner’s dog(s) attending Sussex Dog Boarding
6)Owner further understands and agrees that neither daycare/boarding nor any of its employees, staff, or volunteers will be liable for any escape of Owner’s dog(s) and any subsequent liabilities and costs involved if the dog leaves the premises.
If the dog continually tries to escape the dog will have to be found alternative boarding premises immediately.
7) PERSONAL PROPERTY: Owner understands that Owner is solely responsible for any harm, including to any other pet(s), to the employees or invitees of , or to the equipment, facilities, or other property of Sussex Dog Boarding, caused by Owners dog(s). Owner also agrees that Sussex Dog Boarding shall not be responsible or liable for any lost or damaged personal property belonging either to Owner or Owner’s pet.
8) FOOD/MEDS when boarding overnight, Owner agrees that it is the Owner’s responsibility to leave adequate supply of food and medications for Owner’s dog(s) during the entire time Owner’s dog is cared for by Sussex Dog Boarding Should the food/medication supply need replacement, Owner authorises Sussex Dog Boarding to purchase replacement and Owner will reimburse for the actual food and medication
9) VETERINARIAN LIABILITY AND CARE: Owner agrees to Sussex Dog Boarding to obtain medical treatment for Owner’s dog(s) if he/she appears ill, injured, or exhibits any other behaviour that would reasonably suggest that dog(s) may need medical treatment including anaesthesia. Owner agrees to be fully responsible for the cost of any such medical treatment and for the cost of any transportation for the purposes of such treatment. Owner gives permission to Sussex Dog Boarding to use the local vet or Owner’s vet or nearest 24-hour vet hospital for required treatment.
10) WEAKENED IMMUNE SYSTEM: Owner understands special-needs dogs, young puppies, and senior dogs naturally have a higher risk of injury, stress-related illnesses, weakened immune system, or exacerbation of any pre-existing condition. As such, by using our facility for daycare or boarding the Owner is waiving any claim for injury or illness experienced by Owner’s dog while in our care.
11) ELDERLY DOGS: Owners of elderly dogs (approaching the end of life) need to know if in the event Owner’s dog passes on while in our care, our policy is to transport Owner’s dog to Owner’s vet (within 15 miles) where he/she will be held until Owner can be reached by the Vet for further instructions. If Owner’s vet is closed or outside of our transport distance, then we will transport to nearest 24-hour facility.
12) PAYMENTS are due and payable at the end of each visit.
13) CANCELLATION / NO-SHOW POLICY: Cancellations must be done one week prior to reservation date. If cancellation notice is less than 1 week the full amount will be payable.
14) RIGHT OF REFUSAL: Sussex Dog Boarding reserves the right to refuse admittance to any dog or dismiss any dog that does not meet or maintain the health, temperament or other daycare/boarding standards. The determination shall be made at the sole discretion of Sussex Dog Boarding
15) FULL FORCE AND EFFECT: Owner further understands and expressly agrees that each and every of the foregoing provisions contained in paragraphs 1-15 shall be in force and effect and shall apply to each and every occasion on which Owner’s dog(s) stays with Sussex Dog Boarding for daycare, extended boarding, or other services, as the case may be. This Agreement shall remain in full force and effect as between the parties until and unless otherwise cancelled or superseded by a writing signed by the parties.
Owner hereby certifies that Owner has read and understands this Waiver and Release of Liability and the regulations set forth above.
By ticking the box on the boarding form that you have read these terms and conditions then the Owner agrees to be bound by its terms and conditions.