GREY FACE RESCUE ADOPTION CONTRACT

This Foster to Adoption Contract (hereinafter “The Contract”) is made on the aforementioned date, by and between Grey Face Rescue, Inc. (hereinafter “Grey Face”) and Adopter, identified above. Grey Face hereby delivers to Adopter, and Adopter hereby takes as a domesticated, indoor pet, the pet listed above. The parties hereby agree to the following:

1. Standard of Care for The Pet

a. Adopter shall accept and agree to keep The Pet as a household companion, not as an outside pet, and will provide The Pet with a safe environment, humane treatment, fresh water, proper food, exercise, and indoor-household shelter. Adopter agrees The Pet shall sleep exclusively indoors, and shall be protected from the elements, with the exception of outdoor activities which may necessitate outdoor sleeping. In this case, Adopter is still responsible to provide adequate shelter (i.e. a tent) Adopter agrees to prioritize the health condition and abilities of The Pet before engaging in said activities. The Pet shall not be allowed off of Adopter’s property unless accompanied by an adult who is experienced in handling The Pet. The Pet shall never be allowed to roam free outdoors while unsupervised.

b. If for any reason, at any point during The Pet’s lifetime, Adopter is unable to provide care for The Pet, Adopter agrees to return The Pet to Grey Face Rescue. Adopter shall not give or sell The Pet to any third party – even a family member or close friend – without the express prior written consent of Grey Face. If The Pet is returned to Grey Face, no refunds are given for adoption fees or any expenses Adopter incurred relating to The Pet while in Adopter’s care.

c. Adopter is asked to deliver The Pet to the Grey Face Headquarters located in St. Cloud, MN (7316 Ridgewood Road, St. Cloud) no sooner than 48 hours from the written release of returning The Pet if Adopter is further than 60 miles surrounding St. Cloud, MN.

d. Adopter agrees to provide reasonable, timely, and proper veterinary care for The Pet, which includes but is not limited to routine vaccinations, heartworm testing, monthly heartworm preventative medication, and flea/tick protection and prevention.

e. Adopter acknowledges that The Pet’s health and history are accurately represented to the best of Grey Face’s knowledge. Adopter understands that Grey Face makes no representations or warranties as to the temperament, mental disposition, or physical condition of The Pet.

2. Pre-Adoption

a. Adopter represents that he/she has never been subject to legal action for cruelty or neglect to any animal. Adopter further represents he/she has never owned an animal which has been confiscated by any animal control or humane organization for violations of local or state animal control regulations, animal care regulations, or animal adoption agreements.

b. Adopter certifies all family and household members have consented to the adoption of The Pet and that all family and household members will likewise abide by the terms of this Contract.

c. In the event Adopter is a tenant, Adopter must provide the landlord or property owner’s written permission consenting to adoption of The Pet.

d. Adopter hereby acknowledges that he/she is aware:

i. That all pets respond to human actions differently, and unpredictably;

ii. That The Pet’s behavior may change after it becomes accustomed to a home or new environment; and

iii. Grey Face makes no representations as to The Pet’s temperament, health, or mental disposition.

e. Adopter acknowledges he/she has fourteen (14) days from the above date to return The Pet to Grey Face for a refund of the Adoption Fee identified above. After that 14-day period has passed, Adopter acknowledges there will be no refund of the above-referenced Adoption Fee.

3. Foster to Adopt (the below information pertains while fostering)

If I choose to foster to adopt, I will accept and consider the animals as a household companion, not as an outside pet, and will provide the animals with a safe environment, humane treatment, and give proper food, fresh water, shelter and exercise, and I will allow a reasonable amount of time (3 days) for the animals to adjust to new surroundings.

Grey Face Rescue & Retirement will cover veterinary expenses for the animals, provided that the veterinary care is pre-approved by the Grey Face Rescue & Retirement Director and performed by a Grey Face Rescue & Retirement authorized veterinarian. Grey Face Rescue & Retirement will not reimburse for any medical care unless it is pre-approved by the Grey Face Rescue & Retirement Director and performed by a Grey Face Rescue & Retirement authorized veterinarian.

Grey Face Rescue & Retirement will initially provide foster with all necessities to the animals well-being as well as health. Grey Face Rescue & Retirement will continue to provide food, supplements, medication (if needed) and other materials for the remaining time the animals is in foster.

I will immediately notify Grey Face Rescue & Retirement at (320) 248-5721 if the animals is lost or stolen, and I will make every reasonable effort to recover the animals.

I will NOT give or sell the animals to another person, relative, or any other individual, or any rescue group, humane association, shelter or pound, or any medical or experimental laboratory or any organization.

I will NOT alter the animals appearance in any way, shape or form (e.g. cropping, docking) except for routine grooming.

I will immediately notify Grey Face Rescue & Retirement in the event of the animals death during the foster care period.

I will allow a Grey Face Rescue & Retirement representative to make periodic visits to my home during the foster care period.

I will immediately notify Grey Face Rescue & Retirement of any change in address or telephone number, or of any plans to move or travel with or without the animals.

I will immediately notify Grey Face Rescue & Retirement of any change in circumstances that may prevent me from providing foster care during the time period agreed upon under this foster care agreement.

I will immediately return the animals in good condition to Grey Face Rescue & Retirement if at any point and for any reason Grey Face Rescue & Retirement requests that I surrender the animals.

I understand that the animal has been checked, spayed/neutered and vaccinated by a licensed veterinarian and that the animal’s health is accurately represented to the best knowledge of Grey Face Rescue & Retirement. However, I further understand that no representations are made by Grey Face Rescue & Retirement as to the temperamental or mental disposition of the animal.

I agree to foster the animal at my own risk, and indemnify and release Grey Face Rescue & Retirement, its Officers, Directors, and volunteers, of any and all liability arising from damages to person(s) or property caused by the animal.

If foster is not able to care for the animal due to a vacation or going out of a town, animal must enter a Grey Face Rescue approved fosters home. I agree to not place the animal in boarding or with someone not approved by GFR&R.

I agree to return all items that I have used from Grey Face Rescue & Retirement. All items not returned, Grey Face Rescue & Retirement has the right to request a donation to replace the items.

I agree to take the animal to his/her’s scheduled appointment (made by a Grey Face Rescue team member).

I understand that Grey Face Rescue will not be responsible to pay for any medical care needed for the foster animal that could have been prevented on my behalf. Example: Dog outside without a leash and is struck by a car.

I understand that my foster animal should not meet strangers and/or other animals within the first 5-days of their time in foster care.

I understand that the team at Grey Face Rescue are volunteers and will respect their time, their efforts and the work they put forth to save the animals in rescue.

I understand that the Grey Face Rescue team are volunteers and have other commitments. I will allow a 24-hour response time.

I have read this release and fully understand that I will relinquish all claims and actions know now or in the future against GFR&R. I am of legal age and competent to sign this agreement. I am signing this agreement of my own free will without the influence of anyone at GFR&R.

I acknowledge that this agreement will apply for the entire term of my foster relationship starting with the date I first perform volunteer duties for GFR&R, even if it predates the date of this agreement, and continuing as long as I continue to be a foster and thereafter as is necessary to protect the interests and rights of GFR&R.

3. Post Adoption

a. Adopter shall allow a reasonable period of time for The Pet to adjust and become familiar with its new surroundings.

b. Upon reasonable notice, Adopter grants Grey Face the right to enter Adopter’s premises post-adoption for the purpose of checking on the health and general welfare of The Pet and to ensure Adopter is in compliance with all terms and conditions of this Contract.

c. Adopter agrees to meet all local licensing requirements for The Pet. Adopter further agrees The Pet shall wear proper identification at all times; at a minimum, proper identification includes a municipal license tag, and an ID tag with The Pet’s name and Adopter’s telephone number, both of which must be clearly identifiable at all times.

d. Adopter agrees Grey Face shall have the right to immediate possession of The Pet if, in the exclusive judgment of Grey Face, The Pet is receiving inadequate care, is being housed improperly, or is being improperly handled.

e. Adopter understands that he/she is encouraged to call Grey Face Rescue at any time for behavioral counseling in the event that any questions or issues arise with The Pet. No question or issue is too small! Please call us and let us help!

g. The adopter will participate in ‘Adoption Updates’ and respond to future emails.

h. If a surgery is scheduled for the animal adopted from Grey Face Rescue post-adoption, Grey Face Rescue is responsible for all costs associated with the surgery scheduled which includes medications and follow-up appointments. Grey Face Rescue will not be responsible for services, testing or care outside of the surgery (nail trims, heartworm tests, grooming, mass aspirations) specified prior to adoption.

4. Release of Liability

a. Adopter adopts The Pet at their own risk. Adopter, and Adopter’s heirs, beneficiaries, and representatives, voluntarily and knowingly execute this document and expressly waive any and all rights, claims, causes of action, including, without limitation, those involving bodily injury to any person or property. Adopter agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold Grey Face Rescue, Inc., its officers, directors, agents, and employees harmless from and against any and all liability, damage, loss, costs and expense (including attorney’s fees), incurred as a result of any claim, demand, or cause of action brought against Grey Face, its officers, directors, agents, or employees – jointly or individually – for bodily injury or property damages suffered as a result of adoption of The Pet

b. Once adopted, Grey Face is not responsible for any costs relating to The Pet. If a surgery is scheduled for the animal adopted from Grey Face Rescue post-adoption, Grey Face Rescue is responsible for all costs associated with the surgery scheduled which includes medications and follow-up appointments. Grey Face Rescue will not be responsible for services, testing or care outside of the surgery (nail trims, heartworm tests, grooming, mass aspirations) specified prior to adoption.

c. Adopter acknowledges Grey Face makes no warranties, representations, or guarantees regarding The Pet’s physical health, personality, or mental disposition.

d. This Contract is subject to Minnesota Law.