NATE’S HONOR ANIMAL RESCUE
WAIVER OF LIABILITY & RELEASE
Assumption of Risk. I am the owner of the dog(s) being trained. I, the undersigned, hereby acknowledges that I am voluntarily participating in Dog Training with Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue (“Honor Animal Rescue”). Honor Animal Rescue will exercise all necessary and proper care and precautions to keep all participant and dogs safe during training sessions in order to prevent injury to any person, property, other dog or person. However, because dogs are animals and may be unpredictable, Honor Animal Rescue cannot protect against every potential injury, risk or accident.
All behavioral advice and training suggestions offered by Honor Animal Rescue and any agent thereof is accepted at my own risk. Use of this information is voluntary, and Honor Animal Rescue and any agent thereof is not responsible for injury to another human or animal. I am at all times responsible for the actions of my dog. Honor Animal Rescue and any agent thereof is not responsible for any injuries or expenses resulting from socialization or training. I understand that some dogs, including my own or to which I or my dog might be exposed: may be difficult to control; may act aggressively towards other dogs, animals or people; may be a cause of injury even when handled with care; and may cause property damage. I also understand the possible risk to myself, my family, or my dog from other participants that may be in attendance.
This Waiver of Liability and Release is intended to shift the risk of participating in dog training to the Participant/Owner of the dog participating in training. I acknowledge that I have had full opportunity to discuss any and all concerns I have regarding foregoing risks with Honor Animal Rescue and its authorized representatives.
Release of Liability. By clicking Yes below, I certify that I have been informed and understand that there is always some unavoidable risk of injury involved when working with animals. I recognize that in attending training sessions by Honor Animal Rescue there may be risk to myself, any family member or guest in attendance, my dog(s), and my personal property.
As lawful consideration for participating in the training sessions, I, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, successors and assigns (the “Releasing Party”), hereby waive, release, discharge and agree not to sue and to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Honor Animal Rescue and its agents, members, trainers, employees, facility owners and all associated persons (the “Released Party”) from any and all responsibility for accidents, loss, injuries or infections, and damage or theft to any person, animal or property while the Undersigned or his/her dog is engaged in or participating in dog training or using any Honor Animal Rescue facilities in connection therewith..
If my dog causes property damage, or bites or injures any other dog, animal or person during or after the training sessions, then I agree to defend and indemnify Honor Animal Rescue and any agent thereof from any resulting claims, demands, lawsuits, losses, costs or expenses, including attorney fees. If my dog is injured in a fight or in any other manner during or after the, I assume the risk and agree that Honor Animal Rescue and any agent thereof should not be held responsible for any resulting injuries, losses, damages, costs, or expenses whatsoever.
This Waiver of Liability and Release shall be legally binding on the Releasing Party. Should the Releasing Party assert a claim to the contrary to what has been agreed to in this Waiver of Liability and Release, the claiming party shall be liable for all expenses (including attorney’s fees, court costs and consultant fees) incurred by both the Releasing Party and the Released Party. No waiver or modification of any provision herein shall be valid unless expressly agreed to in writing by both the Released Party and the Releasing Party. Every provision herein is intended to be severable. If any one or more of the provisions herein is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that shall not affect the other terms and provisions hereof, which shall remain binding and enforceable.
Health Records. I agree to provide the required Veterinary records stating that my dog is healthy and has had proper veterinary examinations and has received the preventative health care requirements to attend any training classes or services run by Honor Animal Rescue. It is my responsibility to keep my dog current on vaccinations or titers. I recognize that dogs may still be susceptible to various diseases or infections despite being vaccinated and may infect me or my dog.
Photo Release. I hereby consent to my dog being the subject of the photographs and/or audiovisual recording and authorize Honor Animal Rescue to cause the same to be exhibited for educational purposes or marketing tools as still photographs, video or other similar media.
HONOR ANIMAL RESCUE TRAINING INFORMED CONSENT
1. Lessons need to be paid in full on or before the time of the first scheduled class of the six week session.
2. If your dog is sick, please do not bring them to class. If you have a question about what is allowed in class, please send an email to behavior@honoranimalrescue.org. You are encouraged to come to class without your dog to see what is covered that day.
3. The instructor reserves the right to remove dogs from the training class who show aggression towards people or other dogs. Private sessions may be recommended in these cases. Please be sure to disclose any aggressive tendencies that your dog may have to the instructor prior to registering.
4. Dogs must be on leash at all times.
5. You are required to clean up after your dog.
6. 2 people from each family may attend a group class. No children under 12.
7. Owners must provide proof of up to date vaccinations for their dog prior to the first class. Any dog that does not have up to date shots or fails to provide the appropriate documentation will not be allowed in class.