- I agree to have the above animal surgically sterilized by (date) __________.
- I understand that the adoption is conditional and not final until the animal described above is sterilized. ________
- I further understand that failure to sterilize the adopted animal and provide proof within the time period stated above will constitute a default under this agreement and the Hertford County Animal Shelter and/or PAWS, Inc. shall be entitled to immediate possession of such and I shall forfeit all amounts paid to the Hertford County Animal Shelter and /or PAWS, Inc. ________
- I agree to allow an agent of the Hertford County Animal Shelter and/or PAWS, Inc. to remove the animal from any premises occupied by me if the animal is not sterilized as agreed upon, and entry shall not constitute trespass. _______
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We will not adopt animals into any home without assurance that adequate provisions have been made to insure that the basic needs of the animal are being met. This includes the following but may not be limited to:
Provisions for sterilization, immunizations and veterinarian care
Provisions for shelter from heat and cold
Provisions for adequate exercise: a fenced yard, fenced dog run, cable run with chain
***A fixed chain is NOT an acceptable means of confinement and/or exercise
Failure to comply with any part of this agreement may result in the loss of ownership of the above referenced animal. Possession of said animal will automatically revert to the Hertford County Animal Shelter and/or PAWS, Inc. I hereby grant Hertford County Animal Control and/or an agent of PAWS, Inc. the right to enter the lands and enclosures where the animal may be in order to transfer ownership.
Signature of Adopter _______________________________________
Signature of Staff/Volunteer _________________________________
Date __________________