Animal Rescue Release Form

ANIMAL RESCUE RELEASE FORM

Effective Date:

Parties

Rescue Organization:

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Rescue Organization is the lawful custodian of the animal described below and is authorized to transfer custody and ownership pursuant to the terms of this Release; and

WHEREAS, Adopter desires to assume custody, care, and responsibility for the animal and acknowledges the inherent risks and obligations associated with such transfer; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend by this Release to record the terms of transfer, health disclosures, payment (if any), and the mutual indemnities and warranties set forth herein.

Animal Identification

Scope of Transfer

Rescue Organization hereby transfers custody and, where applicable, title of the above-described animal to Adopter. The transfer includes all known medical records and any legally transferable registration documents, subject to the conditions below.

Health Disclosures and Representations

Rescue Organization represents to the best of its knowledge the following factual statements regarding the animal at the time of transfer:

• Vaccinations:
• Known medical conditions:
• Medications and instructions:

Payment Terms

Adoption Fee: $ — Payment Method:

Payment Schedule and Late Fee: If payment is not made on the Effective Date, Adopter agrees to pay within days. Late payments shall incur a fee of $ or of the unpaid balance, whichever is greater.

Term, Return Policy, and Termination

This Release becomes effective on the Effective Date above and continues in perpetuity unless otherwise agreed in writing. If Adopter cannot retain the animal, Adopter agrees to notify Rescue Organization and provide a minimum of days' written notice prior to transfer of custody. Rescue Organization reserves the right to require return of the animal if Adopter materially breaches health, care, or confinement terms provided herein.

Release, Assumption of Risk and Indemnification

Adopter acknowledges the inherent unpredictability of animal behavior and accepts full responsibility for the animal upon transfer. Adopter hereby releases, covenants not to sue, and forever discharges Rescue Organization and its agents, volunteers, employees and affiliates from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, and expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from or related to the animal following transfer, including but not limited to bodily injury, property damage, and disease transmission, except to the extent caused by Rescue Organization's willful misconduct or gross negligence.

Adopter agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Rescue Organization from any third-party claims arising out of Adopter's care, custody, ownership, or control of the animal after the Effective Date.

Care Requirements and Post-Transfer Obligations

Confidentiality

The parties agree that personal contact information exchanged in connection with this transfer shall be used solely for purposes related to the animal's welfare, follow-up care, or legal compliance, and shall not be disclosed to third parties except as required by law or with the providing party's written consent.

Governing Law; Entire Agreement

This Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of without regard to conflict of law principles. This document contains the entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter herein and supersedes all prior agreements, understandings, and representations, whether written or oral. Any amendment or modification must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Acknowledgement and Certification

By signing below, Adopter certifies that all information provided in this form is true and accurate to the best of Adopter's knowledge, that Adopter is at least 18 years of age, and that Adopter has read, understands, and agrees to be bound by all terms of this Release.

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