Please list full registration names of the Sire and Dam plus your puppy as they appear on his/her ISSR papers (if known), then sign contract and return yellow copy to Breeder. 

Sire_________________________________________ ISSR#_______________
Dam  ________________________________________ISSR#_______________
Puppy____________________________________________________________

Sold to: ________________________________________ Phone #: ________________ cell: _____________

Address:_______________________________________________________ E-mail:_________

City:_____________________________________________________State:___________________ Zip:________ 

Date Whelped:_______________  Male      Female 
Markings:______________________________________________________ 

The above puppy was sold:        With Co-ownership Contract

Valued At: _______________________________       Total Price Paid: _______________________________

The puppy’s quality is:   Top Show            

Your puppy’s size is guaranteed as follows:

If a male, your puppy will reach a minimum height of:       28    29    30    31    32 inches.

If a female, your puppy will reach a minimum height of:            26    27    28    29 inches. 

Addendum to Guarantee:  None  OR Describe: _______________________________________________________

 We, the undersigned Buyer, hereby state that we have fully read and that we understand the ISSR, Inc.’s Rules & Regulations Handbook, as well as all items listed in or referred to in this contract between us, the Buyer or the Owner, and New Zion Shilohs and its owners/breeders, the Seller or the Breeder. We agree to all parts as fully binding between both parties. Furthermore, we understand that this is a legal and binding contract. In the event I/we choose to register this dog/bitch, or any progeny of same, with any registry other than the ISSR, Inc., I/we will be liable to pay for damages to New Zion Shilohs in the amount of $10,000 plus any legal fees incurred. Furthermore, I/we understand that any and all litigation will be held in the Seller’s jurisdiction. 

Seller’s Signature: ____________________________________________________ Date: ________

TEMPERAMENT (not man-made) 

What is correct Shiloh Shepherd Dog Temperament? The word Temperament, in relation to general application, denotes character, sensitivity, discrimination, spirit, and intellect. It may mean the absence or presence of one or more of these psychological traits. The true Shepherd must be an animal fit in body and mind, a devoted and suitable companion to his owners. The dog should have the potential ability to do the essential work for which the breed was created. The Shiloh Shepherd can have a kind and sweet disposition, and still be protective. He must be alert, eager to please his master, and a willing worker, when properly trained. Poor temperament can be a hereditary fault or man-made. Environment can influence eventual temperament to a large degree, particularly as it is applied to early puppy development. Such a temperament fault can be corrected with kindness, patience, and training. Intense early socialization and puppy kindergarten training is mandatory toward proper development, and is a prerequisite as to the fulfillment of this contract.  *Please also note the enclosed nutritional agreement. 

Faults of personality that cannot be repaired are a result of hereditary influence and are permanent. If the following type of poor temperament is present, the puppy must be returned to the breeder and registration papers signed over. Another puppy of correct temperament shall be given as replacement. 

(A)  OVERLY-SHARP or vicious: This overbearing bully mistrusts everyone, and intensely dislikes strangers and other dogs. Such an animal is extremely dangerous and is generally under-sensitive to bodily discomfort and pain. This animal is extremely difficult to control and refuses to accept any type of correction without retaliation.

(B)  SHARP-SHY or fear-biter: This animal, if cornered, will urinate and often bite out of fear and sheer panic. He is noted for carrying his tail tucked under his belly while growling and snapping at anyone that attempts to approach him. He spends his life trying to either escape from the world or destroy it, but is unable to adjust to living “in” it.

(C)  SHY or oversensitive: This pathetic creature is frightened of strangers, loud noises, and new situations. He proceeds to “spook” or “bolt”; retreating without provocation. He is simply a coward. He is noted for literally “shivering” or trying to escape under or into a small dark place when approached by a friendly stranger.  He will constantly urinate and cower if subjected to any type of mild correction by anyone.    

Mild degrees of the above types of temperament faults are often due to lack of varied experiences with strangers and new activities. Do not be neglectful or overprotective of your pup. Share him with others, as it will make a well adjusted citizen of him! Socialization is very critical during the first 18 months of your puppy’s life - be sure that you are not creating a problem that will eventually cause misery for years to come! New Zion Shilohs will not be responsible for any puppy that has been improperly trained or socialized! New Zion Shilohs also reserves the right to fully examine all aspects pertaining to environmental dysfunction as related to said puppy’s formative months. Such examination shall be at the owner’s expense. Furthermore, New Zion Shilohs reserves the right to have this puppy evaluated, at the Owner’s expense, at an approved Kennel, for a period of not less than 90 days. The purpose of the evaluation will be to determine the validity of the said disorder, whether it was created through environmental stimuli, and there by can be improved, or if indeed it is proven to be an inherited genetic defect.  

HIP DYSPLASIA 

Hip Dysplasia is a malformation of the ball and socket joint of the hip. The problem, not an exclusive canine disorder, exists in most domestic species - including man! Depending upon the severity of the disease, the dog may or may not become lame. Many affected dogs lead normal lives. The Sire and Dam of your puppy have both been x-rayed and diagnosed as normal by Veterinarians qualified in the field. Nevertheless, this ailment is considered a hereditary trait with irregular penetrance, meaning normal parents are capable of producing abnormal offspring. It has also been proven in various recent studies that, to a large degree, environmental factors play a major role in the development of Hip Dysplasia. In order to maintain the excellent hip records associated with the Shilohs, we insist that you follow the feeding program prescribed by New Zion Shilohs. Failure to do so will invalidate this guarantee. 

The final disposition of any dog found to be dysplastic will be the prerogative solely of New Zion Shilohs. The breeder may agree to allow the owner to keep said dog, if neutered or spayed, or it may be decided that the dog must be destroyed. In either case, the ISSR, Inc. registration must be signed back to the breeder and returned with all other requested records and information. 

Under no circumstances will any puppy be replaced if complete and detailed records and the puppy itself are made unavailable for the breeder’s inspection or inspection by someone designated by the breeder for that purpose. 

Under no circumstance will cash be refunded at any time, nor will a puppy of greater value be given as a replacement. This guarantee MUST be presented at the time of replacement as proof of purchase, proof of the quality for which the said puppy is guaranteed and proof of the actual purchase price. If a replacement puppy in your category is not immediately available, another puppy of greater value from a different category may be purchased with the credit for your returned puppy applied to same.     

Your puppy’s hips are guaranteed as follows: 

Since this puppy has been purchased with the intent of being used as a future stud or brood, it is fully guaranteed to OFA at three years of age. In the event his X-rays are not approved for certification, even though a “border line” problem is apparent, the said dog may be returned to New Zion Shilohs for replacement. The dog, when returned to New Zion Shilohs, must be accompanied by all health records, feeding and exercise information, and X-rays. In addition, the ISSR, Inc. registration for the dog must be signed back to the Breeder. When these conditions have been met and a puppy of equal value is available, replacement will be made. This puppy is further guaranteed against genetic hip problems prevalent to any of its littermates, making it unsuitable for breeding purposes. In the event that New Zion Shilohs discovers this to be the case, the said dog may be returned to the breeder, as described above and a suitable replacement will be made. 

Abuse and/or Neglect

NEW ZION SHILOHS HEREBY RESEVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE REPLACEMENT OF ANY DOG

RETURNED FOR TEMPERAMENT OR HIP PROBLEMS CAUSED BY OWNER ABUSE OR NEGLIGENCE 

Any puppy that is abused and/or neglected in the following manner may quickly develop hip problems: kept grossly overweight; has received unauthorized over supplementation, or has NOT received the required supplements, as specified by the Breeder; has been kept unchecked for worm infestation; kicked down stairs; kept constantly confined to cold, damp basements; or required to perform extreme physical activities (such as high jumps and scaling walls) during their ‘growth period’. A dog that is not socialized, is beaten and/or tortured will develop ‘temperament’ problems. These ‘man-made’ problems which are not caused by a hereditary defect are NOT the responsibility of the breeder. New Zion Shilohs further reserves the right to examine any questionable conditions pertaining to said puppy’s health and welfare at the owner’s expense. New Zion Shilohs reserves the right to request proper validation from owner, via puppy class certificate/food & vet receipts, etc. that the standards of this guarantee were upheld to their fullest. 

ADDITIONAL GUARANTEE 

Puppies sold as Show/Breeding prospects at a sale price of Twenty-five hundred dollars ($2,500) or more will be further covered as follows: 

A.      HANGING EARS ‑ The time of development at which a Shiloh Shepherd™ puppy’s ears are upright and alert varies from twelve weeks to ten or twelve months. Sometimes an extremely large-boned dog’s ears will not be permanently strong until 15 months. Nevertheless, the ‘base’ of the pup’s ears will usually be up at an early age. Remember the set of the ear is not to be mistaken for lack of strength. Ear difficulties should be brought to the attention of the Breeder at the beginning of the problem. The Breeder’s early advice may save needless veterinary expense. Some dogs will require shaving/taping, but this should be done ONLY under your Breeder’s direction. Failure to thoroughly document procedures could result in voiding this guarantee. Under no circumstances will the dog be considered as having permanently soft ears until after 15 months of age. If the puppy is to be replaced, a statement signed by a licensed veterinarian providing that this is definitely a hereditary problem, not one caused by injury, poor care or mistreatment, and must be presented to the Breeder, along with the dog, for inspection. The Breeder reserves the right to have the dog examined by another authorized veterinarian for further verification that this is indeed a permanent condition caused by a hereditary defect. The dog must be returned accompanied by complete health, care, feeding, exercise, and x-ray records. In addition, the dog’s ISSR registration must be signed back to the Breeder. When these conditions have been met, and a puppy of equal value is available, replacement shall be made.
 

B.      MONORCHIDISM OR CRYPTORCHIDISM ‑ Both testicles of male dogs should have descended by eight months of age. Those male dogs having one or no testicles after twelve months of age shall be replaced with another puppy of equal value. To receive replacement, the dog must be returned in good condition, aside from being monorchid or cryporchid, accompanied by a signed statement from a licensed veterinarian to that effect. In addition the dog’s ISSR registration must be signed back to the Breeder. When these conditions have been met, and a puppy of equal value is available, replacement will be made.
 

C.      OVERSHOT OR UNDERSHOT ‑ If the puppy proves to develop an unacceptable bite due to hereditary influences and is therefore disqualified from ring competition, a replacement puppy of equal value will be given. To receive replacement, the dog must be returned to New Zion Shilohs accompanied by complete health, feeding, care, exercise, and x-ray records. A certified statement from a licensed veterinarian stating that the condition is irreversible and due to hereditary factors must also be included. (Missing teeth or bite problems caused by improper care, such as tug- of-war play with a puppy less than six months of age, improper medical treatments, or accidents are not the responsibility of the Breeder.) In addition, the dog’s ISSR registration must be signed back to the Breeder. When these conditions have been met and a dog of equal value is available, replacement will be made.
 

D.      SHOW RING PERFORMANCE – This dog is guaranteed to attain Championship points in 12 show clusters or less. Any dog/bitch over three years of age that is properly handled, but is unable to earn points, as stated above, will be replaced by a higher quality specimen. Verification of the dog’s failings must be presented along with complete health records when the dog is returned. New Zion Shilohs reserves the right to refuse replacement if said dog is not in excellent health and condition. EXCLUSION: New Zion Shilohs is NOT guaranteeing that your puppy will win at all shows. Only proper handling and care can make your dog eligible to place. New Zion Shilohs only guarantees that your puppy does not have any genetically disqualifying faults that would prevent him from winning and that said puppy possesses all the traits needed for a good show or breeding prospect.  

A FINAL NOTE FROM NEW ZION SHILOHS 

Selling a quality registered Shiloh Shepherd is a great responsibility to its breeder. A great deal of time, money, and heartache goes into producing the kind of dog we can be proud of. The breeders of your puppy have carefully provided you with a replacement guarantee to ensure your personal satisfaction and as a safeguard toward the breed. How you raise that puppy, what you feed him/her, and how much attention and exercise you provide depends on you. What kind of protection he/she receives against distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus, rabies, etc. is your responsibility. New Zion Shilohs has always gone to great lengths to help all new owners understand the kind of nutrition, care, and training your puppy needs. Proper growth and development of your puppy depends on how well you apply the information that the Breeder has supplied you. Please accept the responsibility that you owe to your new purchase. By properly caring for your puppy as you are protecting the investment you have already made. With proper nutrition, training, care, and love, your puppy will develop into a dog we can ALL be proud of! 

New Zion Shilohs 

The following initialed documents are applicable to the sale of this puppy: 

 My signature below certifies that I have received a copy of the above-initialed documents. My signature below further certifies that I have read the above-initialed documents and that I understand and agree to all requirements and conditions set forth in the above-initialed documents. 

Buyer’s Signature: __________________________________________________ Date: _______________

Seller’s Signature: ___________________________________________________  Date: _______________