Adopter Vow 1.0

1. I agree that I will care for this dog in a safe and humane manner, and as a family pet and cherished companion. The dog will have appropriate food, water, shelter, and medical care for the duration of its life. Additionally, I agree to ensure he/she is microchipped, as well as understand if the dog is spayed/neutered.

If the dog is not spayed/neutered, I agree to have the procedure done once the dog is able to adjust to his/her new home environment and will provide evidence of the procedure to Malinois Rescue League inc.. I agree that the dog will not be used for breeding prior to the procedure and will take all precautions necessary to ensure that he/she is separated from any intact males/females at all times.

2. I will ensure the dog receives a minimum of five training sessions with a professional malinois trainer that will begin within the first two weeks of adopting him/her. I understand that the trainer must be approved by Malinois Rescue League inc. prior to my adoption day. I will ensure that she/he completes basic obedience training within the first 6 months of having him/her as part of my family.

3. I understand and agree to pay the adoption fees (adoption fees and relevant crate and travel costs) prior to my adoption day. Payable through Paypal: malinoisrescueleague@hotmail.com OR Venmo: @malinoisrescueleague

I understand that these adoption fees are a non-refundable donation to Malinois Rescue League Inc.

4. I understand that the Malinois Rescue League inc. makes no guarantees or warranties regarding the health of this dog.

5. I agree to keep the dog in a fenced yard or on a leash when in public.

6. I agree to comply with all local animal control regulations and to license the dog as prescribed by local ordinances.

7. I agree to keep the dog current on all vaccinations, flea/tick prevention, heartworm prevention, and maintenance medicines as prescribed or recommended by the dog’s veterinarian.

8. I agree to inform Malinois Rescue League inc. of any change of address or phone number.

9. I agree to allow Malinois Rescue League inc. to follow up on the adoption in order to insure the health and happiness of the adopted dog.

10. I have received a copy of the management protocols and common adoption mistakes article. I have read and understood their entirety and agree to abide by the management protocols. I understand I will be liable for any damages caused by the negligence of these protocols.

11. I understand the importance of crate training and agree to ensure the dog is crated at all times when I am not home or the dog is left unsupervised. The dog is not to be left unattended with other household dogs or outside.

12. I understand if I breach this agreement, Malinois Rescue League inc. has the right to remove the dog from my possession.

13. I agree to 4 virtual lessons via Facetime, Zoom or Hangouts with Kim Esler at The Trained Canine for a total cost of $294 (This is a special rate for Malinois Rescue League Inc.). I understand that these fees need to be paid along with the adoption fees prior to taking possession of the dog. Paypal: kim@thetrainedcanine.com

I also understand that a 24hr in advance cancellation notice is required for training else it will be counted as a session and that I will still need to complete a total of 4 sessions.

14. In the event that I am incapacitated by any situation, I agree to notify Malinois Rescue League inc. at my immediate and earliest understanding of my ailment to ensure the dog is appropriately cared for and placed in the appropriate home for the duration of his life.

15. Malinois Rescue League heirs or representatives shall not be held liable for the behavior of this dog or any loss, damages, or injury of people or other animals he/she may cause. I enter into this agreement of my own free will and understand that this is a binding contract enforceable by civil law in the State of Virginia.

16. If this Adoption does not work out, for whatever reason, Malinois Rescue League without exception requires that the Adopting Family please:

*Contact us immediately so that we can help to find the dog a new placement.

*The dog is not to be abandoned at another dog shelter, sold on or given away without first contacting us for
assistance.

DISCLAIMER: The Belgian Malinois is a high drive herding breed, whose prey drive causes them to have a very strong interest in chasing moving objects. This can include children who are running and behaving erratically.

This prey drive also causes the malinois to love playing the game of fetch. Under no circumstances should a child ever be allowed to play fetch with this breed, play with toys around this breed, or even games such as basketball or soccer unless the dog is supervised by an adult. The Malinois breed is fast and driven, and may inadvertently bite a hand, when someone reaches down to grab their toy or when waving a toy around in the air. No child should ever be left alone with a dog, no matter what the breed.

We wish you and your new canine companion much love and many blessings.