Puppy Purchase Contract · Sweet Southern Schnauzers

Pet Home / Non-Breeding Puppy Contract

Breeder: Sweet Southern Schnauzers (Virginia)

1. Purpose of Sale – Pet Home Only

This puppy is sold strictly as a companion animal pet home only. Breeding rights are NOT included in this sale. Buyer affirms they do not intend to breed this dog now or at any time in the future.

2. Mandatory Spay / Neuter Requirement

Buyer agrees to have this dog spayed or neutered by a licensed veterinarian no later than the recommended age. Written proof from a veterinarian must be provided to the Breeder. Failure to comply constitutes a material breach of this contract.

3. No Breeding / No Transfer of Breeding Rights

The dog shall never be bred intentionally or accidentally, nor used for stud, artificial insemination, or any breeding-related purpose. The dog may not be sold, transferred, leased, or co-owned for breeding purposes under any circumstance.

4. Liquidated Damages

Both parties acknowledge that unauthorized breeding would result in damages that are difficult to quantify, including but not limited to loss of breeding exclusivity, damage to bloodline, market dilution, and reputational harm. Buyer agrees that any violation of Sections 2, 3, or 4 shall result in liquidated damages in the amount of $10,000. Both parties agree that this amount is a reasonable pre-estimate of actual damages and not a penalty.

5. Injunctive Relief

Breeder shall be entitled to seek injunctive relief to prevent or stop unauthorized breeding in addition to any monetary damages.

6. Attorney’s Fees and Costs

In the event enforcement of this contract is required, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs, and enforcement expenses as permitted under Virginia law.

7. Governing Law, Venue, and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Any legal action, claim, or proceeding arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Wise County, Virginia, and the parties hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

8. Defamation, Slander, and False Statements

All parties to this contract or transaction agree to conduct free from false, misleading, defamatory, or disparaging statements, whether written or oral, including but not limited to statements made on social media, online reviews, forums, or third-party platforms, regarding the Breeder, its business, dogs, or practices. Any such statements that cause harm to the Breeder’s reputation or business shall constitute a breach of this Agreement. Breeder reserves the right to pursue all legal remedies available under Virginia law, including damages, injunctive relief, and recovery of attorney’s fees and court costs.