Southern Bayou Poodles and Doodles

Puppy Deposit Agreement

This Deposit Agreement (“Agreement”) is made on this ___ day of ___________, 20____, between:

  • Breeder: Southern Bayou Poodles and Doodles (“Breeder”)

  • Buyer: ____________________________________________ (“Buyer”)

Collectively referred to as the “Parties.”

1. Purpose of Deposit

The Buyer wishes to place a non-refundable deposit to reserve a puppy from Southern Bayou Poodles and Doodles. This deposit guarantees the Buyer a puppy from a current or upcoming litter as agreed upon with the Breeder.

2. Deposit Amount

  • Total Deposit: $____________

  • Date Received: __________________________

  • Payment Method: ☐ Cash ☐ Check ☐ Venmo ☐ PayPal ☐ Other ___________________

This deposit is applied toward the total purchase price of the puppy.

3. Purchase Price

  • Total Puppy Price: $__________________

  • Remaining Balance Due at Pickup: $__________________

All balances must be paid in full before or at the time of puppy pickup.

 

4. Non-Refundable Deposit Policy

  • The deposit is non-refundable except in the event the Breeder cannot provide a puppy as agreed (e.g., no puppy of the requested gender, color, or litter availability).

  • If the Buyer decides not to move forward for personal reasons, the deposit will not be refunded.

  • The Buyer may choose to transfer the deposit to a future litter one time only if circumstances change, subject to Breeder approval.

5. Puppy Selection

  • Puppy selection occurs in the order deposits are received.

  • The Breeder reserves the right to first pick of any litter for their breeding program.

  • The Buyer understands that specific colors, genders, or traits are not guaranteed unless otherwise agreed in writing.

6. Timeline and Pickup

  • Puppies are typically ready to go home at 8 weeks of age.

  • Pickup dates will be communicated in advance.

  • If the Buyer cannot pick up the puppy on the agreed date, a boarding fee of $____ per day may apply.

7. Health and Breeder Guarantee

  • All puppies will leave with age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, and a veterinary health check.

  • The Breeder will provide a health record and Puppy Sales Contract at pickup.

  • The Buyer agrees to schedule a vet appointment within 72 hours of pickup for a wellness check.

8. Contract Binding

  • This deposit confirms the Buyer’s intent to purchase a puppy from Southern Bayou Poodles and Doodles.

  • Both Parties acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Agreement.

  • Final sale is subject to the Buyer signing the Puppy Purchase Contract at pickup.

9. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of Louisiana.

10. Signatures

Breeder:
Name: ________________________________________
Signature: _____________________________________
Date: ___________________

Buyer:
Name: ________________________________________
Signature: _____________________________________
Date: ___________________