CONTRACT

LW'S TERMS & CONDITIONS, CONTRACT AND PLACEMENT APPLICATION

Because many people do rush into ferret ownership, LW wants to make sure that the decision that you have made is the right one, for both you and the ferret. Please take a few minutes to complete the application; it is long and comprehensive. So, if at any time while filling out this application, you have questions and/or concerns, please don’t hesitate to ask!. This application is the first step in the screening process of acquiring a ferret from LW. Once your application has been received by LW, a representative will contact you to move on to the next step. The process will consist of the following steps:

1) Filling out the Placement Information Application and signing the Contract and Terms & Conditions;

2) A telephone interview, in which your familiarity of ferrets will be discussed, the ferret’s needs, and the commitment that it will take to welcome ferrets into your home;

3) LW may require a reference check of family members, friends, and/or veterinarians to complete the process;

4) Lastly, LW may require an in person interview to complete the process.

Please email, fax or mail these materials to me ASAP. You can either send in your $50.00 deposit at this time or wait for placement approval.
Thank you for choosing Leizel’s Weasels!

PERSONAL INFORMATION:

Applicant Name (First & Last):

Parent/Guardian Name (if applicant is under 21 years old):

Physical Address:

Mailing Address (if different from above):

City:

State:

Zip Code:

Home Phone (include area code):

Cell Phone (include area code):

Email address:

Ferret Sex Preference:

Ferret Color Preference:

Litter Preference:

Are you interested in Breeder, Show or Pet Quality?

Who is the primary caregiver of the ferret being purchased?

Is the primary caregiver 21 years of age or older?

What is your occupation?

What kind of dwelling do you live in?

_____ House _____ Duplex/Triplex _____ Townhouse/Condo _____ Apartment _____ Dorm _____ Mobile Home

Do you: _____ Own _____ Rent _____ Live with parents _____ Live at school _____ Live on military base

If renting, living at home, school or on base, have you obtained permission to have ferrets?

If yes, please list contact information for landlord or leasing agent:

Do you have a roommate?

If yes, are they okay with you getting a ferret?

Do you have any children?

If yes, how many children do you have and what are their ages?

Are you:

_____ Single _____ Married _____ Divorced _____ Widowed _____ Separated _____ Living with Significant Other

PET OWNERSHIP HISTORY:

Do you currently own any pets?

If yes, how many pets do you currently own?

What kind of pets and how many do you currently own?

_____ Dog (Breed: ___________________) _____ Cat _____ Bird (Type:_________________) _____ Fish _____ Reptile

_____ Rodent _____ Rabbit Other:___________________________________

What kind of pets and how many have you owned in the past five years?

_____ Dog (Breed: ___________________) _____ Cat _____ Bird (Type:_________________) _____ Fish _____ Reptile

_____ Rodent _____ Rabbit Other:____________________________________

Of the pets you have owned, but no longer have, what happened to them?

Have you taken your pets to the veterinarian for any reason in the past five years and why?

FERRET OWNERSHIP INFORMATION:

Have you owned ferrets in the past?

If yes, how many ferrets have you owned previously?

What happened to any ferrets that you once owned, but no longer have?

Where did you get your previous ferrets from? ______ Shelter _____ Breeder _____ Pet Store _____ Friend _____ Family Member

If obtained from a shelter, breeder or pet store, please list name:

How many ferrets do you currently own?

How old are they?

Where did you get your current ferrets from? ______ Shelter _____ Breeder _____ Pet Store _____ Friend _____ Family Member

If obtained from a shelter, breeder or pet store, please list name:

Have your current ferrets been vaccinated?

What vaccinations do you give your ferrets?

Have your ferrets been ADV tested?

If yes, by what method?

How are/were your ferrets kept? _____ Cage _____ Ferret-proofed room _____ Free-run _____ Outside Other: _______________

If they are/were caged, how often are/were they given playtime out of cage?

What food(s) do/did you feed your ferrets?

Do/did you have a ferret knowledgeable veterinarian?

If yes, please provide their information here:

FERRET KNOWLEDGE INFORMATION:

Are ferrets legal in your state?

Are they legal in your city?

Have you read any books about ferrets/ferret ownership?

If yes, which ones?

Do you subscribe to any ferret magazines?

If yes, which ones?

Do you subscribe to any ferret internet mailing lists and/or chat groups?

If yes, which ones?

Have you browsed the internet to find any sites about ferrets/ferret ownership?

If yes, which ones?

Do you belong to any ferret clubs or volunteer at any ferret shelters?

If yes, please list which ones:

What food(s) do you plan to feed your ferret?

What are the ingredients and values of nutrients that you should look for in a high-quality food?

How much out of cage time do you plan to let your ferret have?

What kind of litter do you plan to use?

How do you plan to house your ferret?

What accessories are you planning on buying your ferret?

What is considered as weekly maintenance/grooming?

What vaccinations are USDA approved for your ferret?

What is ADV and why should you have your ferret tested?

What are some of the diseases that ail ferrets?

Are you aware of the medical costs associated with these diseases and prepared to provide treatment your ferret?

Why should your ferret be fixed and at what age?

What are some of the best ways to keep odors down?

Why should you not descent your ferret?

Why should you not declaw your ferret?

Why should you not have your ferrets incisors/canines removed?

Do you plan on showing your ferret at shows?

If you have other pets (including ferrets) and/or young children, how do you plan on introducing them?

How do you plan on obtaining your LW ferret?

Why are you interested in a ferret from LW?

COMMENTS/QUESTIONS/CONCERNS:

Please list any comments, questions and/or concerns:

CONTRACT AND TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Leizel’s Weasels will not place a ferret with anyone who:

1) Is under 21 years of age, however LW will consider placement with a parent or guardian of a person under this age.

2) Does not have a good understanding of the needs of ferrets and the responsibility required for good ownership.

3) Does not have the means to provide appropriate food, medical care, time and attention to a ferret.

4) Wishes to acquire a ferret for any reason other than to be a cherished family pet. Ferrets will not be placed for use in any working purpose, such as hunting, nor will LW place ferrets to be sold in pet stores, used as classroom pets, at petting zoos, etc.

5) Wishes to use a ferret solely for breeding purposes. Ferrets will only be placed as breeding stock to other experienced, responsible breeders. LW is willing to mentor beginning breeders on the ethics of responsible breeding.

The following are additional terms and conditions for purchasing a ferret from Leizel’s Weasels:

1) The ferret will be handled in a loving and gentle manner by all members of the new owner’s household and by all guests that visit the new owner’s home.

2) Daily, the ferret will be provided with attention, companionship, exercise and discipline.

3) For optimal health, the ferret will be fed a high-quality ferret or kitten food such as: Totally Ferret, 8 in 1 Ultimate, Path Valley Farms Chicken & Rice, Innova Feline, Royal Canin Feline Nutrition Growth 34, etc.

4) The ferret will be given fresh water each or every other day, preferably from a water bottle.

5) The ferret will be housed indoors in a clean and healthy environment in a spacious wire cage or ferret-proofed room. If housed in a wire cage, the new owner will provide soft padding on the floors of the cage to eliminate any damage to the ferret’s feet.

6) The ferret will receive the proper yearly vaccinations (USDA approved Rabies (Imrab-3) and Canine Distemper (Fervac-D or Purevax) unless otherwise determined by a licensed veterinarian due to age, illness, or a severe reaction) and yearly ADV testing (done by United blood or Avecon saliva).

7) The new owner will provide the ferret with timely medical attention and necessary medical care for the life of the ferret. The new owner shall not have the ferret put to sleep rather than treatment due to financial setback.

8) The new owner will provide the ferret with weekly maintenance/grooming to ensure a healthy and happy pet.

9) The ferret will be provided with a pelleted wood or paper litter in their litter box (in and out of cage). Absolutely no wood shavings.

10) The ferret will be provided with a hammock, sleep sack, old sweatshirt (or equivalent) to sleep in.

11) The ferret will be provided with safe toys to play with. Nothing with latex, rubber or small parts that can be chewed off.

12) The ferret will receive supervised playtimes and will not be left unsupervised in the presence of young children, other animals or any individual who cannot remove themselves from the ferret’s presence. This is for the safety of all parties involved.

13) All serious health issues (such as all forms of cancers, diseases, vaccine reactions, etc.) and death of the ferret must be reported to LW within 14 days.

14) The new owner may not have the ferret descented, declawed, or have its canines/incisors removed (unless otherwise determined by a licensed veterinarian for health reasons).

15) The new owner shall not harm, neglect, mistreat, abuse or otherwise treat the ferret in an inhumane way.

16) The new owner shall provide LW with any changes of information (address, phone number, etc.) within 14 days.

17) If the new owner wishes to sell or give away the ferret purchased from LW, cannot spend quality time with the ferret, is unable to keep the ferret due to any reason, is abusing or mistreating the ferret (by not following the above guidelines), the new owner will notify LW immediately. LW may reclaim the ferret and/or refuse the transfer and/or the sale of the ferret to another party (individual, shelter, or breeder). If LW allows the transfer of ownership and/or the sale of the ferret and does not reclaim the ferret, LW will be provided with all known information about the new owner (name, address, phone number, etc.) before the transfer and/or the sale of the ferret is completed. In the case of the ferret being transferred and/or sold to a new owner, LW may require a phone interview and/or the new owner to go through an application process before the process is completed. If the ferret is reclaimed by LW, the new owner must provide a record of all vaccinations and negative ADV testing, along with the ferret’s complete medical records to LW at the time of surrender. If any of the above conditions apply, no refund (full or partial) or an exchange of another ferret will be given.

18) LW cannot and does not make any representations or guarantees, either expressed or implied, as to the temperament, habits, or background of the ferret being sold. Therefore, in consideration of receiving the ferret, the new owner hereby releases LW from any and all claims of liability for actions of the ferret purchased.

19) The new owner (whichever letter is circled and initialed by LW is the agreement between both parties):

A. will have the ferret spayed (for jills/females) at 6-8 months of age or neutered (for hobs/males) at 7-9

months of age or within _______ of the date of purchase. The ferret will never be bred. A copy of proof

from a licensed veterinarian must be sent to LW stating that the ferret has been spayed/neutered within

14 days of the procedure. If the new owner does not have the ferret spayed/neutered by the agreed time

frame with proof sent to LW, LW has full rights to reclaim the ferret.

B. will use the ferret for breeding.

C. will be keeping the ferret as a pet and has already been spayed or neutered.

20) It is the responsibility of the new owner to complete the kit series of vaccinations. This includes the Canine Distemper (Fervac-D or Purevax) vaccine at 11 and 14 weeks of age; Rabies (Imrab-3) vaccine at 12 weeks of age and lastly an ADV test (United blood or Avecon saliva) at 12 weeks of age.

21) The initials LW shall be used in front of the ferret’s name on all show entries, records, identifying information, etc. For example, LW’s Bellagio. Furthermore, the breeder shall always be listed as Leizel’s Weasels.

22) If it is determined in this contract that the ferret shall be used for breeding purposes, then the ferret’s name must have the term “bell” somewhere in their title. This title shall be used for all show entries, records, identifying information, etc. For example, LW’s Bellarosa or LW’s Annabelle. The new owner shall notify LW of the ferret’s name within 14 days of purchase and shall not duplicate a name already taken.

23) Owning a ferret is a lifelong commitment and the ferret may live up to 10 or more years.

24) LW reserves the right to approve or deny any application for ferret ownership.

I have read, initialed and understand the above terms, conditions and requirements for purchasing a ferret from Leizel’s Weasels (LW). I hereby agree to all the terms, conditions and requirements for acquiring a ferret from LW.

Printed Name:_______________________________________ Signature:___________________________________________

Date:_______________________________

Signature of a Leizel’s Weasels Representative:_________________________________ Date:___________________________

	LEIZEL'S WEASELS SARA HAMILTON RICHLAND, WA. INFO@LEIZELSWEASELS.COM
Photo by Photos with Flair