LIABILITY WAIVER + SERVICE AGREEMENT

  • This form should be filled out once per household - list all of your dogs. Please complete all fields.
  • OWNER AND DOG INFORMATION

  • BY SIGNING BELOW...

    In consideration of the services rendered by THE URBAN HOUND to my dog(s), I acknowledge reading, understanding, and accepting the statements herein. Please acknowledge the following policy statements by typing your initials the boxes provided. If you do not agree to all statements, please do not complete this form, and contact The Urban Hound directly for more information.
  • I understand certain “activities” that my dog may participate in, including walks, field trips, playgroups, daycare, boarding, one-on-one play, movement within and outside the facility, and transportation to and from The Urban Hound involve risk and possible injury, including but not limited to:

    Exposure to parasites, viruses, and other medical conditions passed from dog-to-dog or person-to-dog; Sprains, strains, bites, broken bones;
    Motor vehicle accident during transportation; and
    Fatigue, dehydration, nicks, cuts, or death.

    I further understand that not each and every potential risk can be listed above but, nonetheless agree that the benefits associated with dog socialization outweigh the possible risks, therefore, I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to hold harmless and indemnify The Urban Hound and its agents, successors, heirs, from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or rights of action, which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my dog’s participation in activities at The Urban Hound, including those allegedly attributable to the negligent acts or omissions of The Urban Hound their staff.

    Further, I understand that I may be exposed to certain risks when bringing my dog to participate in activities at The Urban Hound or when picking up my dog from participating in activities at The Urban Hound. Such risks may include property damage and/or physical injury inside or outside the facility, such as from falling, slipping, illness, and/ or dog bites. Therefore, I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to hold harmless and indemnify The Urban Hound, its agents, successors, heirs from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or rights of action, which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my dog’s participation in activities at The Urban Hound, including those allegedly attributable to the negligent acts or omissions of The Urban Hound or their staff.

  • If my dog is ill or injured while participating in activities at or with The Urban Hound, The Urban Hound will make every reasonable effort to reach me pursuant to the contact information I have provided The Urban Hound. However, if The Urban Hound is unable to reach me, I consent to The Urban Hound seeking appropriate veterinary care and I accept responsibility for any and all associated expenses. The Urban Hound will not pay any portion of veterinary expenses associates with seeking medical care for my dog if so necessary.
  • I agree that I will disclose to The Urban Hound any allergies my dog may have. I further agree to disclose to The Urban Hound any special dietary needs or medications my dog may require if necessary during activities at The Urban Hound.
  • I authorize use of my dog's visual image(s) and statements in newsletters, posters, and other materials.
  • I affirm that I am not aware of any vicious tendencies by my dog.
  • The Urban Hound accepts check, cash, or credit cards. I agree to pay the service rates in effect for my dog’s participation in activities at or with The Urban Hound. I further agree to pay for any additional services requested such as grooming, drop-off, and/or pick-up service. A valid credit card must be kept on file at all times. Charges not paid in advance will be charged to Client’s credit card. All services must be paid in full before dog will be released to client.
  • I accept the responsibility of paying for any damage to facility, property, and/or equipment caused by dog.
  • Every dog must be evaluated by The Urban Hound prior to participating in any activity. Such evaluation may assess the dog’s temperament and interactions with other dogs and The Urban Hound staff.
  • I understand that The Urban Hound reserves the exclusive right to decline participation or to terminate participation in activities at The Urban Hound to any dog at any time for any reason.
  • Should The Urban Hound, or anyone acting on their behalf, be required for any reason to incur attorney fees and costs to enforce or defend this agreement, I agree to indemnify and reimburse The Urban Hound for such fees and costs. Further, I agree and understand that any disputes arising out of this Agreement will be decided pursuant to the laws of the State of Massachusetts and venue shall be in Suffolk County.
  • These agreements, waivers, and authorizations will remain valid and in force as long as and whenever my dog participates in any activity at or with The Urban Hound.
  • By signing this document, I acknowledge that if my dog is or I am hurt or property is damaged during my dog’s participation activities at The Urban Hound, I may be found, by a court of law, to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against The Urban Hound on the basis of any claim from which I have released them herein. I have had sufficient opportunity to read and fully understand this entire document and I agree to be legally bound by its terms.

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