In signing this contract, the adopter fully agrees to abide by the terms and conditions of this agreement for the duration of this animals life.

All responsibility, risk, and liability for the care and control of the adopted animal shall transfer to Adopter from the date of signing this adoption contract forward, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

Terms of Adoption

1. Adopter agrees to pay the full adoption fee (amount stated above) and understands that the animal remains the legal property of SAHR until everything owed is paid in full.If full payment is not received within the timeframe stated above in the terms of the adoption fee, Adopter agrees to return the animal to SAHR and pay for all cost and fees involved (Vet- and inspection-fees, transport, etc.).

2. Adopter understands and agrees that SAHR shall retain possession of the brand inspection for the adopted animal for up to 6 months after the finalization of the adoption, unless other arrangements are made between SAHR and Adopter.  after the period of 6 months passes, the brand inspection and legal ownership shall be transferred to the adopter.

3. Adopter agrees to adopt the animal as is.  All responsibility, risk, and liability for the care and control of the adopted animal shall transfer to Adopter from the date of signing this adoption contract forward, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.  SAHR is not responsible or liable for any injury or damage caused by the adopted animal, nor is SAHR responsible for any veterinary, medical or other expenses incurred after the date of the adoption unless otherwise prearranged and agreed upon in writing.

             Adopter assumes all responsibility for treatment of any and all existing

             conditions and those that may subsequently occur. If the adopted animal has a

             known medical condition it is listed as Addendum at the end of this agreement.

             By signing this agreement, Adopter acknowledges that they understand the

             extent of any medical condition(s) and the recommended treatment as specified

             in the Addendum. While SAHR makes every effort to provide all medical     

             information, no guarantee can be or is made as to the health of any animal offered

             for adoption.  Adopter understands that all information (breed, age, etc.) about

             this animal is based on details provided by either the animals previous owners, a

             Veterinarian, or SAHR.

4. Adopter agrees to any and all check-up visits, follow-up calls or emails made by SAHR in conjunction with this adoption agreement.  Any and all visits will be made by appointment only, to be scheduled within a reasonable timeframe after the request of SAHR.  Adopter understands that refusal of scheduling and/or allowing visits/check-ups within a reasonable timeframe may result in reclaiming the animal by SAHR as stated under Number 14 (below).

5. Adopter agrees to assure this animal a loving home in which it will be provided proper food, fresh water, adequate exercise, a secure and safe living environment, and appropriate shelter at all times.

6. Adopter agrees to provide veterinary care as needed, including all vaccinations, dewormings, and examinations required to maintain good health. Adopter also agrees to provide regular hoof and dental care as defined by current industry standards.

7. Adopter agrees that should they no longer be able to care for, decide to sell, or for any reason must relinquish ownership of the adopted animal, SAHR shall be the first to be notified. The animal must either then be returned to SAHR or rehomed to a new adopter with the cooperation and assistance of SAHR.

             SAHR will always accept returned animals for the duration of their

             lifetime, regardless of age or condition.

             If the horse was young or untrained when originally adopted and has                  

             consequently received extensive training while in the Adopters possession

             (thereby increasing the value of the animal past the original adoption fee) the

             Adopter may be allowed to resell the animal to recoup time and expenses, but

             only with the approval and cooperation of SAHR.  SAHR must approve any new

             home, and the new adopter of the animal must sign a similar contract with SAHR

             in order to ensure the continued safety of the animals future.

8. Adopter agrees that the animal, under no circumstances, shall be sold through auction or be sold to slaughter, through either the direct or indirect actions of adopter.

9. Adopter agrees to never allow this animal to be used for animal experimentation, premarin production, as rough stock in rodeos, or for cruel sports such as horse "tripping".

10. Adopter agrees to use safe, humane and ethical methods of handling and training when working with this animal.

11. Adopter agrees to comply with all state and local laws and ordinances which pertain to the keeping of this animal.

12. Adopter agrees that all information submitted to SAHR within the Adoption Application, Adoption Contract, interviews, emails, and phone conversations is true to the best of their knowledge.  Any false information given to SAHR concerning Adopters horse experience, intentions for this animal and/or the care of this animal would be a reason for reclaiming the animal by SAHR, as stated under Number 13 (below).

13. Adopter agrees that this Adoption Contract represents the entire agreement between the two parties. No other agreements or promises, verbal or implied, are included unless specifically stated in this written agreement.             

   14.    This Adoption Contract is made and entered into in the State of  Colorado, and

              shall be enforced and interpreted under the laws of this state.  When Adopter

              and SAHR sign this contract, it will then be binding on both parties. Any failure to

              perform the foregoing agreement will constitute a breach of contract. In the

              event of any such breach of contract, Adopter authorizes SAHR to reclaim both possession and          

              ownership of the adopted animal and agrees to relinquish

              custody of the adopted animal immediately upon request. In the event that

              such action is necessary, Adopter hereby waives any claim for a refund of any

              kind for any fees and expenses that may have been incurred, and agrees to pay all

              necessary and reasonable costs incurred by SAHR in recovering the possession of

              the adopted animal, including all costs and attorney fees necessary to enforce

              SAHR's rights under this agreement.  Adopter understand that Colorado    

              maintains jurisdiction of this adoption agreement at all times, and hereby agrees

              to let Colorado law govern this adoption-agreement, regardless of the State in

              which Adopter lives in now, or will move to in the future.