Our Contract 

We realize bringing a new pet into your family is an important decision and we take great pride in having your puppy ready to go with their first vaccinations, great nutrition and lots of love and socialization as they enter your home! Purchasing a puppy means you have read and understand these conditions.

All of our puppies come with:

  • Vet Checked by our Veterinarian

  • Health Records

  • Shots & Wormed (appropriate with age)

OVERVIEW:

1.    Puppies are ready to go to their new homes at 8 weeks old.

2.    We require a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 to reserve a puppy. This deposit will be deducted from the total puppy cost. Deposits may be paid by Venmo or check.

3.   Puppies are 100% genetically tested Golden Retrievers; parents are registered (either AKC or ACA).

4.    Puppy price is $2200; unless otherwise noted.

5.    Full purchase price is due at the time of puppy pick up. We accept full payment by Venmo or bank check at least 4 days in advance of pick up, but we accept only cash the day of pick up so please plan accordingly.

BREEDER AGREES:

1. Breeder guarantees that puppy has had proper care to date and has been checked by a veterinarian. Puppy has received its first shots and been de-wormed. Shot records will be furnished at the time of purchase.

2. If within one week of receiving the puppy and he/she is examined by a reputable veterinarian and the health of the puppy is found to be at serious risk due to a congenital defect (existing at birth), owner shall notify breeder and provide a written statement from a licensed vet describing puppy’s condition and shall return the puppy and papers to the breeder within one week of the examination. Breeder will replace the puppy or refund the full price of the puppy provided puppy is in the same condition mentally and physically as when originally purchased. This does not include worms, fleas, mites, coccidiosis, giardia, or any other parasites, as they are common in dogs and puppies and/or environmental conditions. Breeder assumes no responsibility for veterinarian or shipping fees. Nor is the breeder responsible if puppy contracts a communicable disease after leaving breeder’s possession.

3. Refund Policy. Upon receipt of a letter to breeder from a reputable veterinarian stating that in his/her opinion this condition is congenital, puppy will be replaced by a puppy of equal value at breeder’s convenience. We reserve the right to have a second opinion from our veterinarian. We also reserve the right to acquire DNA to determine the dog or puppy as one of our lineages.

4. Breeder does not guarantee color, size, championship, or temperament of any puppy.

5. Breeder retains the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel this contract at any time and for any reason prior to the puppy reaching 8 weeks of age.  If the Breeder opts to cancel this contract, Breeder shall refund Buyer’s deposit within one week of said cancellation.

6. Breeder makes no guarantees regarding the loss of the puppy due to accidental death, theft, sickness due to lack of vaccinations, etc., or any other loss beyond the Breeder’s control except as stated above.

7. Breeder has the right to, at any time, decide to stop breeding Golden Retrievers. In this case, no replacement puppies shall be given and this contract is null and void.

8. Breeder will not refund money in whole or part for any reason other than stated in the Guarantee.

LIMITATIONS OF GUARANTEE. The following will void all Guarantees:

  • Allowing your dog to become obese or underfed at any time.

  • Underfed: Ribs are highly visible. Ideal Body Condition: Can feel and see outline of ribs.

  • Overfed: Dog has no waist when viewed from above. Belly is rounded when viewed from the side.

  • Evidence of neglect or abuse.

  • Previous related trauma (broken bones, related injuries, etc.)

  • Dog has been bred.

  • Evidence of Strenuous Exercise – for example: No treadmill, no jogging, no extensive standing on back of legs or excessive retrieving or playing on slippery floors.

  • We are not responsible for accidents, negligence or poisonings.

  • This guarantee is non-transferable. Puppy must be owned by the original owner named in this agreement.

RETURNS. Return decisions are made on a case-by-case basis. Should a dog purchased under this agreement be returned or exchanged for any reason whatsoever, the buyer/owner is responsible for all transportation expenses, veterinarian charges, crate fees, airfreight charges, and transport fees to and from the involved airports.

BUYER AGREES:

1. To have puppy examined within 1 week of purchase by a licensed veterinarian to validate this guarantee. If the puppy is returned due to illness, a verified letter from the veterinarian is required.

2. The puppy is not being purchased for resale and will never be sold to a pet shop, puppy mill or agent of the same.

3. To provide high quality large breed puppy food for their puppy through 18-months.

4. To provide all annual vet exams and to continue all required vaccine shots as recommended by their vet.  It is important the puppy has all puppy shots, and their yearly boosters. Failure to comply with and provide documentation of these requirements voids all guarantees.

5. To provide proper care & adequate housing. The dog should NOT be housed outside. The Buyer will groom, train, and care for this dog in a manner consistent with high quality pet ownership.

6. Buyer is to spay or neuter their dog after 1.5 years of age, or in the timeframe recommended by their vet.

7. The value of the pet for the purpose of this guarantee is solely the original purchase price of the pet, and does not include any additional prices declared by the buyer, such as value of show dog, shipping or training fees.

8. That the Buyer will return their Golden to Blue Sky Goldens if the Buyer is unable or unwilling for any reason to care for their Golden. Buyer agrees that they will never surrender their dog to a dog rescue or animal shelter.

9. This agreement shall be deemed consummated in Howard County and shall be governed by the laws of the state of Maryland. If for any reason litigations should occur, the venue shall lie in Maryland. Breeder will not be responsible for any costs associated with this process.

 Shipping of Puppy:  We do not ship puppies, but can meet at a local Baltimore/DC airport.

 Nutrition & Food:  I highly recommend Royal Canin Large Breed Puppy food for the first 18-months. After 18-months, I highly recommend Royal Canin Golden Retriever food. Nutrition is extremely important to provide your dog with optimal health right out of the gate so that your Golden can live a long and happy life with your family. We place all of our dogs on these balanced nutritional products and strongly recommend you continue on them through your pet’s lifetime. Table food and raw diets are strongly discouraged.