I do hereby acknowledge and assume the risk of participation in any and all pet-related activities in association with Smart Dog Training Center (SDTC) and the event hosts, Darcy and Craig Morgan, doing business as Steadfast Standard Schnauzers (Hosts). I voluntarily assume all risks of loss, damage, illness or injury that I may sustain or that my pet may sustain while so engaged or as a result thereof. I agree to hold harmless, release and indemnify SDTC and its volunteers, employees and agents, and the event Hosts in any location where pet-related activities are conducted, and where the undersigned’s pets and/or property are used, of and from all claims which may hereafter accrue on account of any injury, loss or damage, which I may suffer, including injury to my pet because of any matter, thing, condition, negligence or default whatsoever except gross negligence on the part of event Hosts or SDTC or its agents/employees/owners. I hereby accept the full risk and danger of any injury or damage that may occur through or by reason of any matter, thing, condition, negligence or default, of any person or persons whatsoever associated with the SDTC or the Hosts.
I agree to assume all expenses, medical, liability or otherwise, arising out of any injury to me while participating in any activity with SDTC and the event Hosts, and understand that neither SDTC nor the Hosts provide health, accident, or liability insurance to individuals participating in pet-related activities.
By executing this release, I hereby acknowledge that the use of the facility shall serve as adequate consideration in exchange for executing this release.
If any provision of this agreement should somehow be determined to be illegal or unenforceable for any reason, then that provision shall be stricken and the balance of this agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES
I understand that dogs are independent living beings with their own minds and, as such, can never be entirely predictable. I understand that there are always elements of risk in pet-related activities including permanent disability or death, that common sense and personal awareness can help reduce.
I am aware that at all times when on the premises of Smart Dog Training Center or working around dogs it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to:
- Speak in a reassuring tone when approaching pets and avoid sudden movements or noises.
- Always have pets on a leash.
- Read and obey all posted information and warnings.
- Comply promptly with all verbal directions of staff personnel, officers and instructors unless I believe that by doing so I will endanger myself, other people or pets, in which case I will immediately express my opinion to the person involved.
- Refrain from acting in any manner that may cause or contribute to my injury or the injury of other people or pets.
- Never leave pets unattended or alone.
- Be constantly aware of, anticipate and be able to avoid nearby pets, people, obstacles and natural or man-made hazards.
I understand that this is only a partial list, and I must be safety conscious and exercise sound judgment at all times. Anyone found to be endangering themselves, other people, or pets faces immediate revocation of pet privileges.
By checking this box you understand you are agreeing to the terms of the agreement above and you are signing this agreement electronically