WE DO NOT COVER:

• Non-life threatening conditions such as inguinal and umbilical hernias, retained testicles, cherry eyes. These conditions are common and should be addressed when the puppy is spayed or neutered as there is no need to put your young puppy under anesthesia.

• X-rays related to a cough except if it is needed because of a persistent irritation. Please contact us for prior approval before proceeding.

• Grade 1 or 2 luxating patellas are not covered as they usually will not pose a threat. Other grades of luxating patellas or congenital hip disease are not covered unless they are identified within the first 30 days.

• Parasites such as giardia, coccidia or other common types of parasite except as outlined above and diagnosed within the specific timeframes.

• Respiratory infections except as outlined above and diagnosed within the specific timeframes.

• Low blood sugar (hypo-glycemia). This is preventable and it is your responsibility to make sure your puppy is eating enough.

• Diagnostics related to grade 1 or 2 heart murmurs. These can be transient and do not pose a threat to your puppy. These are also not grounds for return/refund of your puppy.

• Any infectious diseases contracted after date of sale.

• Malocclusions- As your puppy grows and develops the teeth are ever changing and it can be difficult to predict their final placement. Due to this we do not cover any costs associated with any dental or bite abnormalities or vet bills associated with your puppy’s teeth.

• Initial fecal exam.

• Any other diagnostic tests without prior approval.

• Any claims or vet bills other than medication reimbursements as described above.

• Acceptance of goods: Buyer understands that there are not any guarantees of hypoallergenic qualities, breeding qualities, show qualities or in final size or disposition of any pet whether expressed or implied. Seller has made no representations as to fitness of purpose and provides no warranty towards the pets fitness for any other purpose. Buyer agrees that upon delivery of puppy to them or local pick up of puppy by them, that they have carefully examined puppy and accepts puppy as is with regard to physical appearance and breed conformation. Buyer understands and agrees that under no circumstances will any claim be made by buyer with regards to the any DNA test results or opinion disputing breed. These tests are for informational purposes and not intended to determine or validate whether a particular dog is purebred or the make-up of a particular dog and Buyer agrees to hold seller harmless from any such claims.

• In the case of sudden death: A necropsy will be required file a warranty claim to determine cause of death. If you don’t want to get a necropsy of your puppy, Golden Quality Kennels will offer you a 50% discount of the purchase of a new puppy of equal or lesser value.