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Dog Surrender Terms & ConditionsBy signing this agreement, the surrendering party (“Owner”) acknowledges and agrees to the following legally binding terms:1. Voluntary Surrender and Transfer of OwnershipThe Owner voluntarily and irrevocably surrenders all rights, title, and interest in the dog to SEQ K9 Rescue Inc. (“the Rescue”).Ownership of the dog transfers in full and permanently to the Rescue upon execution of this agreement and physical acceptance of the dog into the Rescue’s care.The Owner warrants that they are the legal owner of the dog or are duly authorised to surrender the dog on behalf of the legal owner.2. Finality of SurrenderThis surrender is final and unconditional.The Owner expressly acknowledges that they relinquish all present and future rights to reclaim, recover, or otherwise assert ownership or control over the dog once surrender is completed.3. Behavioural and Medical DisclosureThe Owner warrants that all information provided to the Rescue regarding the dog is complete, accurate, and not misleading, including but not limited to:• Medical history and conditions• Behavioural history and temperament• Aggression or bite incidents• Anxiety or behavioural disorders• Vaccination status• Worming and parasite prevention• Current or past medications• Previous ownership historyThe Owner acknowledges that failure to disclose relevant information may impact the safety, welfare, and management of the dog, other animals, and persons in the Rescue’s care.4. Veterinary Care, Desexing, Microchipping, and VaccinationUpon intake, the Rescue is authorised to provide or arrange any veterinary treatment deemed necessary for the dog’s health and welfare, including but not limited to:• Veterinary examination and treatment• Desexing (if not already completed or if status is unknown)• Microchipping (MC) or updating of existing microchip details• Vaccination (including core and booster vaccinations)• Parasite prevention and treatment• Emergency veterinary care• Diagnostic testing and procedures• Dental or surgical procedures as requiredThe Owner acknowledges that all veterinary decisions, including timing and necessity, are at the sole discretion of the Rescue and attending veterinary professionals.5. Safety and Aggression ManagementIf the dog exhibits aggressive, dangerous, or high-risk behaviour while in the care of the Rescue, the Rescue will make reasonable efforts to contact the Owner.The Owner may be offered the opportunity to collect the dog, subject to the Rescue’s sole determination that such release is safe, lawful, and appropriate.If the Owner is unwilling or unable to collect the dog, or if release is not deemed safe or appropriate, the Rescue shall retain full discretion to manage the dog in accordance with its duty of care, including all necessary welfare and safety decisions.6. Sole Discretion for Assessment and OutcomeThe Rescue retains sole and absolute discretion to assess the dog and determine its suitability for rehabilitation, foster placement, transfer, or rehoming.The Rescue may, at its discretion:• Place the dog into foster care• Transfer the dog to another rescue organisation• Retain the dog for behavioural or medical rehabilitation• Determine an appropriate permanent placement• Arrange humane euthanasia where required for welfare, behavioural risk, or public safety reasonsThe Owner acknowledges that rehoming is not guaranteed, particularly where the dog is assessed as aggressive, dangerous, or unsuitable for safe placement.7. No Guarantee of RehomingThe Owner acknowledges that rehoming is not guaranteed.Each dog is individually assessed based on health, behaviour, temperament, and overall welfare considerations, and outcomes are determined solely by the Rescue.8. Financial TermsThe Owner acknowledges that surrendering a dog does not create any obligation on the Rescue to provide financial compensation, updates, or return services.Any voluntary surrender donation is non-refundable.9. Media and Promotional UseThe Owner grants the Rescue an irrevocable licence to photograph, film, and use images or recordings of the dog for operational, educational, promotional, and fundraising purposes, including adoption marketing.10. Privacy and Personal InformationThe Owner’s personal information will be collected, stored, and used in accordance with applicable Australian privacy laws and will only be used for legitimate rescue administration purposes unless otherwise required by law.11. Limitation of Liability and IndemnityTo the fullest extent permitted by law, the Owner releases and indemnifies SEQ K9 Rescue Inc., its committee members, volunteers, foster carers, and associated veterinarians from any liability arising from decisions made regarding the dog’s care, handling, rehabilitation, placement, transfer, or euthanasia following surrender.12. Microchip and Registration TransferWhere applicable, the Owner authorises the immediate transfer of the dog’s microchip (MC) registration into the name of SEQ K9 Rescue Inc. or its nominee.The Owner acknowledges that this transfer reflects and supports the permanent transfer of ownership under this agreement.
13. Acknowledgement and DeclarationBy signing this agreement, the Owner confirms and agrees that:• They have read and understood this agreement in full• The information provided is true, complete, and not misleading• They voluntarily and permanently surrender all rights and ownership of the dog• The surrender is final and irrevocable• All decisions regarding the dog’s care, welfare, and placement rest solely with SEQ K9 Rescue Inc.• They understand that rehoming is not guaranteed if the dog is aggressive or deemed unsuitable for safe placement• They understand the Rescue may provide veterinary care, desexing, microchipping, and vaccination as required────────Owner Name: _______________________________________Signature: _________________________________________Date: _____________________________________________SEQ K9 Rescue Representative: _______________________Signature: _________________________________________Date: