1. This contract refers to a purebred British Shorthair cat/kitten sold as pet quality with limited registration unless otherwise noted in an addendum.

2. Purchaser agrees to never strike or otherwise harm this cat/kitten.
3. The cat is guaranteed to be of sound health upon arrival into Buyer’s care. It will have been veterinarian checked preceding its departure from Camille Luc British Shorthair cattery and on a cursory physical examination it will have been found to be free of internal and external parasites. It will have been vaccinated against Panleukopenia, Rhinotrachetitis and Calcivirus. The Buyer will receive a health record from the Breeder’s veterinarian as proof of examination, all vaccines received, as well as a schedule of the vaccines still needed to maintain the kitten’s health in the future.

4. Breeder is no longer responsible for the cat/kitten once it has been released to airline employees / or shipping agents of any kind, or owner. Additional insurance can be purchased through the airline.

5. Buyer agrees to follow seller’s recommendations for transition period of one month. Directions are provided at time of transfer of kitten. This will enable the kitten to develop confidence and desire to explore and participate in its new life. Failure to follow instructions can lead to behaviour or emotional problems in your kitten.

6. This cat/kitten will be kept indoors and not be allowed to roam freely o outside. The only time it is permissible for the cat to be outdoors is when under supervision on a harness and leash or when protected within a suitable cat enclosure. Kittens are easily harness/leash trained and enjoy the outdoors with their owners.

7. Camille Luc British Shorthair Cattery Kittens must never be declared. Declawing surgically removes the tips of the cat’s “fingers.” Declawing is a mutilation and cruelty that can alter the kitten’s/cat’s temperament, behaviour, and health.

8. Camille Luc British Shorthair Cattery must be contacted if, at any time during the cat’s life, the Buyer is unable to keep the cat. The Buyer agrees to give the Breeder a chance to rehouse the cat. The Buyer also agrees that the cat will never be sold, given, leased out, rented, loaned to an animal shelter, pet store, commercial or private, laboratory or research and development centre.

9. If this cat is found to be neglected or mistreated, the buyer agrees to surrender the cat and all rights to the cat to the Breeder or her representative unconditionally without benefit of refund or any course of reclaim.

10. The Breeder will not be responsible for any veterinary expenses incurred by the Buyer while the cat is in the possession of the Buyer. The Buyer has read, understands and has signed the attached Addendum entitled, “A Special Note to Buyers Regarding Pedigree Cats”. The total liability of the Breeder shall in no case exceed the total purchase price of the cat, less the cost of any medical procedures.

11. Because this cat’s relatives will have been used in Camille Luc British Shorthair Cattery breeding program, the Breeder wishes to be notified of any health problems discovered in the purchased cat as it may have an impact on the health of related cats.

12. The Breeder has the right, at her discretion, to cancel this contract at any time before delivery of the cat. In this case, the full deposit will be returned to the Buyer. Should the Buyer cancel this agreement before the cat is delivered, or fail to pay the balance due on time, the cat may be sold to another, and the Buyer’s full deposit will be retained as a cancellation fee.

13. The cat/kitten is guaranteed to be sound health at the time of purchase. It is guaranteed for a period of 72 hours after departure from our cattery if vet-checked within that time. If, however, you take the cat to the veterinarian during this 72-hr period, the seller shall not be responsible for any expenses. If the cat should become ill, while in your care after the 72-hour period, the seller is not responsible for any expenses, nor obligated to neither take the cat back, nor replace it. Please note that when transporting kitten’s illness may result due to stress for young animals traveling. Seller will not be responsible for illness due to stress during transportation. If it is found to be medically deficient with an untreatable or life-threatening problem, it must be reported by the Veterinary Clinic and returned to the seller immediately. Upon its return, it will be replaced with another kitten/cat of equal value. If no replacement is available at that time, seller will have 6 months to furnish satisfactory replacement. No refunds are given. The cat/kitten cannot be returned after the guarantee period has expired for refund or replacement. It is the responsibility of the buyer to provide immediate veterinary care to any cat/kitten showing signs of illness or distress, and failure to do so will render any guarantee null and void. Under no circumstances is a kitten to be destroyed prior to notification by the buyer to the seller. If a cat/kitten dies within the guarantee period, despite medical treatment, compensation in the form of a suitable replacement will be made ONLY if a veterinarian certifies the cause of death.

14. By signing this document, the contract and/or sales agreement, we, the Breeder and the Buyer, consider it to be legally binding under all circumstances and in all courts of law. This sales agreement is non-transferable to other parties. Any changes, additions, or omissions to this contract must be agreed upon in writing and dated and initiated by all parties. All legal expenses incurred by Camille Luc British Shorthair Cattery to enforce the terms of this contract will be paid by the Buyer. And all legal action; whether it be started by the Buyer, or the Breeder shall be conducted in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. I+ one clause in this contract is declared void, that does not affect the rest of the contract which shall remain valid. This agreement is not to be superseded by any other agreement(s), be they written or verbal, unless accompanied with signed documentation outlining the new agreement or amendment.

A SPECIAL NOTE TO BUYERS REGARDING PEDIGREE CATS

• Breeder agrees to provide a complete medical record of vaccinations and all other documents when the purchase price has been paid and cat/kitten is transferred.

• All kittens will come with a registered pedigree by TICA or FCCV.

• The Breeder has made every effort to raise the most well socialized and healthy cat possible. Before release from our cattery, the cat has been checked several times by a veterinarian to ensure that the Buyer receives the healthiest possible cat. Any health or behavioural issues that are known to the Breeder have been discussed in full of the Buyer.

• The Buyer understands that although the Breeder has made every effort to raise the best possible cat, it is however a living thing, and health or behavioural problems can still arise. Should this happen, the Buyer and the Breeder agree to work together to solve the problem.