6-month Health Guarantee

~ SELLER guarantees for 6 months from the Date of Sale that said puppy is free from any life-threatening congenital defects related to the following conditions only: Hips (severe dysplasia only, loose hips are not covered), spinal abnormalities (Most, if not all, French bulldogs have at least one hemivertebrae, if not more. This is acceptable, especially if the hemivertebrates occur in the lumbar region to achieve the roach back look. Replacements for spine issues will be discussed on a case-by-case basis considering the quality of life of your dog, the opinion of your vet and whether surgery is necessary. Please do not let your dog jump from high surfaces, as this can increase the chances of a ‘normal’ hemivertebrate becoming problematic.), luxating patellas rated at a grade 4, heart defects (heart murmur at grade 3 or higher), kidneys, thyroid, and any neurological disorders.

~ At the expense of the Buyer, this puppy should be examined by a veterinarian within 72 hours of possession to VALIDATE the Health Guarantee. A copy of the Health Exam from the Buyer’s veterinarian dated no more than 72 hours from the date of possession MUST be emailed/mailed to the SELLER immediately following the exam or the Guarantee is VOID. If a copy of the Health Exam is not received within 7 days of the date said puppy left the SELLER’S possession the Health Guarantee is VOID.

~ Should said puppy be found to be in ill health, the cause of which is clearly attributable to the SELLER , the puppy may, upon a written and conclusive diagnosis and a description of the puppy in question from a veterinarian, be returned to the SELLER for another puppy of equal value when one is available. Return shipping/transportation is the responsibility of the Buyer. Shipping costs/transportation for a replacement puppy are also the responsibility of the Buyer.

~ Buyer understands that a puppy is a baby and that sometimes he/she may get sick due to stress or changes in the environment. He/She is leaving our home and entering a new environment and stress-related illnesses may occur. Soft or loose stools and lack of appetite are very common during the first couple of weeks for a puppy in a new home. Once they adjust and settle these things usually resolve themselves.

~ Buyer understands that Coccidiosis and kennel cough are not covered in this contract, both of which can be common in puppies and neither are life-threatening and are easily treated. Coccidiosis is a parasite that is commonly found in the intestinal tract of dogs and cats and can present itself when the pup is under stress from changes in the environment and the immune system cannot suppress the parasites any longer. kennel cough is self-limiting (like the common cold), full recovery is expected with medication prescribed by a licensed veterinarian.

***All of our pups are raised in a clean and sterile environment with access to fresh and clean water at all times. Coccidiosis is picked up through the ingestion of feces. Some puppies like to eat it or “try” it. As much as we strive to keep their living area as clean as possible we cannot prevent them from this yucky behavior 100% of the time.

~Buyer understands that the following conditions are very common within the french bulldog breed and are not covered under the Guarantee:

Brachycephalic Syndrome (breathing difficulties)

• Elongated Soft Palate
• Pinched nares/collapsed nostrils
• Snoring (especially when overweight)
• Overheating/heat stroke (especially when overweight)
• Respiratory issues, including wheezing (especially when overweight)
• Entropion (in-turned eyelids)
• Ectropian (turned out/loose eyelids)
• Cherry Eye
• Corneal Ulcers (usually caused by a scratch to the eye)
• Inverted Vulvas
• Luxating Patellas (Less than a grade 4)
• Kinked, crooked, or inverted tails
• Skin issues such as dry flakey skin (in most cases this can be fixed with a change in diet)
• Allergies (in most cases allergies are related to certain foods and can be fixed with a change in diet)

~ There MUST BE A CONCLUSIVE DIAGNOSIS in writing from the Buyer’s veterinarian before a replacement puppy will be offered. A speculative or inconclusive diagnosis WILL NOT warrant a replacement puppy from the SELLER .

~ If the Buyer is owed a replacement they must take their replacement within 24 months from the time the replacement was warranted. After 24 months the Buyer forfeits their right to a replacement.