Hillside Loop Kennel L.L.C

Hi, we are Mike & Tammy Hoth We are the breeders behind Hillside Loop Kennel LLC located in Marshfield, MO. We are lifelong dog enthusiasts, and we’re excited to share our passion and purpose with others through our breeding program. Each of our dogs has brought so much happiness to us throughout their lives. We want to do our part to produce wonderful, healthy dogs that can bring other people joy as well, and we strive to provide each of our puppies with loving homes where they can live happy lives. At Hillside Loop Kennel, we are building our reputation as a trusted Dog Breeder of AKC registered Shihtzu's in Marshfield, MO. We have 6 Females and 2 Males to ensure our animals are well taken care of and maintained ensuring the highest quality possible. We take our responsibilities very seriously and strive to ensure the health, safety and well-being of all our pets. That’s why the happiest days for us are when one of our animals is adopted by a loving and welcoming family. All our puppies will be ready for their new homes at 8 weeks of age. We cannot transfer them to their new owners before this. There will be no exceptions to this for the welfare of the puppy. ​

(Hillside Loop Kennel L.L.C)

Purchase Contract

Puppy/Dog Purchase Agreement & Guarantee
(Full Registration)

This agreement (“Agreement”), dated as of “Effective Date”), is between Hillside Loop Kennel L.L.C (“Breeder”), (“Buyer”). The subject of this Agreement is the below-described puppy/dog (“puppy/dog”).

REGISTRY:            
REGISTERED NAME:        
REGISTERED NUMBER: 

SEX:                    
DATE OF BIRTH:        
MICROCHIP #:            
SIRE:                
SIRE REGISTERED #:        
DAM:                
DAM REGISTERED #:        

The Breeder and Buyer agree as follows:

Deposit. A [non-]refundable deposit of $250.00 (“Deposit”) [shall be due and paid to Breeder upon execution of this Agreement] [has been paid to Breeder]. The Deposit shall be applied to the final Purchase Price (defined below). [Buyer acknowledges that the Deposit is non-refundable in all circumstances.] [However, if a puppy/dog that meets Buyer’s identified preferences is not available [when it becomes Buyer’s turn to pick a puppy/dog from the selected litter], Buyer may elect to have the Deposit transferred to the next litter or have the Deposit refunded.] 

Purchase Price.  The full purchase price of $(“Purchase Price”) is agreed with the balance due in full (a) at least Upon Picking Up weeks before the puppy/dog is delivered to Buyer or (b) upon Buyer’s pickup of the puppy/dog. Any shipping and handling expenses are the responsibility of and shall be paid by Buyer.  All payments due under this Agreement shall be made in US Dollars and paid to Breeder via or payments through Good Dog  Credit Card or Cash

Full Registration.  The puppy/dog is a [purebred] [Shih Tzu] [registered] with [APRI]] and is being sold with full [Registry] registration, which allows show and breeding rights on the puppy/dog. [Breeder agrees to provide Buyer with all  registration papers.] 

Breeder’s Obligations. Breeder represents and warrants the following:

Ownership. Breeder is the lawful owner of the puppy/dog and has the right to transfer ownership of the puppy/dog to Buyer. Ownership of the puppy/dog will be transferred to Buyer [upon Buyer’s payment of the full Purchase Price].

State of Health; Short-Term Health Warranty. The puppy/dog (i) was previously examined by a licensed veterinarian and was found to be in good health at that time and (ii) has had the immunizations enumerated in the health records provided to Buyer. Buyer, at its own expense, must have the puppy/dog examined by a licensed veterinarian within 72 hours [(or __NA hours if Buyer receives the puppy/dog between the months of  NA and NA)] [(or a longer period of time with Breeder’s prior written consent if Buyer notifies Breeder that Buyer is unable to obtain an examination because of reasons related to COVID-19)] of receiving the puppy/dog (the “Examination Period”) for the guarantee in this section to be valid. If, within the Examination Period, a licensed veterinarian finds the puppy/dog to be unhealthy or unfit for sale, the puppy/dog may be returned to Breeder for a full refund of the Purchase Price. The veterinarian must provide a written statement deeming the puppy/dog “unfit for purchase”, which must be sent to Breeder within 48 hours of the veterinary examination. The foregoing guarantee expressly excludes (x) any health issues caused by Buyer’s ill-treatment, abuse or neglect, (y) any health issues that result from the puppy/dog’s transportation from Breeder to Buyer and (z) all minor illnesses and health issues, including upper respiratory infections, allergic reactions, stress colitis/diarrhea, internal or external parasites or contagious viruses (including canine parvovirus), UTIs, vaginitis or umbilical hernias. 

Long-Term Health Warranty. Breeder provides a __1___-year warranty from the puppy/dog’s date of birth against any debilitating congenital conditions. For purposes of this section, “debilitating congenital conditions” (i) include (for reference only, Good Dog's health testing levels by breed are available here: https://www.gooddog.com/guide-to-good-dogs-health-testing-levels).  In the event the puppy/dog exhibits symptoms of a suspected debilitating congenital condition, Buyer must immediately inform Breeder and supply any requested veterinary records to Breeder. Breeder will be given the opportunity to take the puppy/dog to a licensed veterinarian of Breeder’s choice for examination. 

Returns/Refunds.  If it is determined by a licensed veterinarian that the puppy/dog (i) was “unfit for purchase” or (ii) has a genetic disorder that is identified within the warranty periods described above, the Buyer may [(x) return the puppy/dog and receive a replacement puppy/dog from the next available litter of equal or better value (y) return the puppy/dog and receive reimbursement of the original Purchase Price or (z) keep the puppy/dog and receive reimbursement for any veterinary expenses related to the illness (provided that such reimbursements will not exceed the Purchase Price amount)]. 

No Other Warranties. No other warranties or guarantees, expressed or implied, are made by Breeder, and the puppy/dog is sold and delivered in an “as is” condition, except as expressly and specifically set forth herein.

Buyer’s Obligations.  Buyer agrees to the following:

Proper Care. Buyer will provide good and proper care of the puppy/dog. Such care includes providing adequate housing and protection from the elements, a safe (preferably fenced) exercise area, and proper and sufficient nutrition. Buyer will provide proper veterinary care throughout the puppy/dog’s lifetime, including but not limited to, routine vaccinations and/or titers to maintain the puppy/dog’s immunity to common canine diseases. 

Veterinary Care. Buyer will also provide the following veterinary care: (i) routine vaccinations and/or titers to prevent common infectious diseases; (ii) routine treatment for internal and external parasites; and (iii) annual examination by a licensed veterinarian.

Sale Prohibition. Buyer is not acting as an agent in the purchase of the puppy/dog. Buyer agrees neither the puppy/dog, nor any offspring of the puppy/dog, shall be used for purposes of vivisection or research. Buyer also agrees neither the puppy/dog, nor any progeny of the puppy/dog, shall be sold by or through any commercial broker or wholesale establishment, any chain store, catalog sales house or pet store. 

Restrictions on Transfer. If, at any time, Buyer is unable to keep or care for the puppy/dog (including upon Buyer’s death or incapacity), at Breeder’s sole election, the puppy shall be (a) returned to Breeder together with duly executed documentation transferring Buyer’s ownership interest in the puppy/dog to Breeder or (b) rehomed by Buyer with Breeder’s prior written approval, 

Governing Law. This Agreement, and all matters arising out of or relating to this Agreement, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Missouri] without regard to the conflicts of laws provisions thereof.


IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Breeder and Buyer have executed this Agreement effective as of the Effective Date.
BREEDER:                                                                                            BUYER: 


__________________________________             __________________________________

Name:        Hillside Loop Kennel L.L.C         Name:                        ___________________ 
Address:              2013 State Highway W     Address:                     ___________________ 
Marshfield, MO. 65706                                                            
Email: tammysshihtzus@outlook.com          Email:                        ___________________
Phone:         417-241-0667                           Phone:                      ___________________