This agreement, dated the

Date

entered into between Fen Vet Equine Reproduction, and

Owner or Leasee(Required)

hereinafter referred to as “Client”, for the board and breeding of the following horse, hereinafter referred to as “Horse”:

Horse Name(Required)

If the Client is leasing the Horse, the Client agrees to accept all responsibility and costs for the Horse

Consent to board and provide medical treatment:

The Client hereby consents to and authorizes Fen Vet Equine Reproduction and its staff to board their Horse and administer vaccinations, medications, sedation, and/or perform procedures and/or treatments that the veterinarian(s) deem necessary for the breeding and safety of the Horse while under their care. The Client consent to the use of sedation as deemed necessary and advisable in the professional judgment of the veterinarian.

The Client has been informed of the nature of the transvaginal oocyte pick-up procedure and potential associated risks, including but not limited to: anesthetic risks; stress and discomfort; hemorrhage; infection of the ovary or abdomen; ovarian trauma and scarring; adhesion formation; and death. No guarantee has been made as to the results of the procedure. The Client understands the potential risks and consents to Fen Vet Equine Reproduction performing veterinary treatments and/or procedures on the Horse.

Consent to board and provide medical treatment:(Required)

I have read and agree.

Health and handleability of the horse

The Client warrants, to the best of their knowledge, that the Horse shall be free from infectious, contagious, or transmissible diseases at the time the horse arrives at Fen Vet Equine Reproduction’s facility. The Client shall immediately advise Fen Vet Equine Reproduction if they are advised, or have reason to believe, the Horse is infectious, contagious, or has a transmissible disease at any time during the period of this agreement.

The Client agrees that the Horse is halter-broke and handleable.

Health and handleability of the horse(Required)

I have read and agree.

Vaccinations

Horses boarded with Fen Vet Equine Reproduction are required to be vaccinated against Equine Influenza, Equine Herpes Virus, Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), Western Equine Encephalitis (WEE), Tetanus, and West Nile Virus.

I, the Client, certify that my Horse is vaccinated as described herein.

I, the Client, give permission for Fen Vet Equine Reproduction to administer the vaccines described herein to my Horse.

Release of liability

The Client agrees to assume all responsibility and risk arising during the boarding of their Horse with Fen Vet Equine Reproduction. Fen Vet Equine Reproduction will use all reasonable precautions against injury, escape, or death of my horse. The Client understands that the possibility of injury, illness, and death exists at any breeding facility and assumes all liability for injury, sickness, disease, or death.

Fen Vet Equine Reproduction strongly advises the Client to insure the Horse prior to arrival at the Fen Vet Equine Reproduction facility.

The Horse is insured, and the Client agrees to provide a copy of the contract prior to arrival at the Fen Vet Equine Reproduction Facility.

The Horse is not insured, and the Client agrees to accept all responsibility for costs should the Horse (and/or her foal) become sick, injured, or die at Fen Vet Equine Reproduction.

The Client waives all liability and right to sue and hold harmless Fen Vet Equine Reproduction, its owners, family, agents, or employees under all and any circumstances.

Emergency medical care:

In the event of an injury or emergency, Fen Vet Equine Reproduction will attempt to contact the Client before any procedures or treatments are performed. If the Client cannot be contacted to provide authorization for treatment, the attending veterinarian should act in his or her best judgment. The Client agrees to pay the additional expenses incurred for the emergency treatment up to the amount of $(Required)

Please note best emergency contact number(Required)

In the event of an injury or emergency, please indicate if the Horse is a surgical candidate.

Yes

If yes, please note surgical facilities in order of preference below:(Required)

In the case of an emergency in which the Horse is referred to another facility, the Client understands they are responsible for all costs incurred at that facility.

Non-Disclosure Agreement

The Client and Fen Vet Equine Reproduction agree to a two-way non-disclosure agreement of any negative or defamatory remarks about each other.

Non-Disclosure Agreement(Required)

I have read and agree.

Consent for sharing pictures

The Client consents to have pictures of the Horse and/or foal shared on social media. Note: No personal information will be shared with pictures.

Consent for sharing pictures(Required)

I have read and agree.

Stable rules

The Client acknowledges receipt and understanding of the stable rules below. The Client agrees that they and their guests will be bound and abide by the rules and accepts responsibility for the conduct of their guests according to these rules.

Visitation and drop-off/pick-ups are by appointment only.
Arrivals must check in to the breeding center office (or call / text 403-917-0443) prior to unloading horses.
Dogs and other pets must remain in the client’s vehicle; pets are brought at your own risk.
Do not enter pens, feed, pet, groom, halter, or attempt to handle horses on the property without consent.
Do not utilize tack, equipment, or supplies that belong to others without consent.
Each person is responsible for cleaning up any mess made by their horse(s).
Smoking is not permitted indoors. Alcohol is not permitted on the premises.
Damage to horses, equipment, and facilities caused by neglect or abuse will be charged to the responsible individual.

Financial agreement

The Client agrees to pay, in full, for all fees as they come due, and no later than the date of mare pick-up to Fen Vet Equine Reproduction - including but not limited to:

Board for the Horse (and foal if applicable)
Breeding services and supplies
Shipping and handling of semen
Permits
Medical treatments, including those deemed necessary for medical or surgical complications or unforeseen circumstances while at Fen Vet Equine Reproduction.

The Client understands that estimates given for planned services are only approximations, and the final bill may be greater or less than these amounts.

The Client agrees to pay a deposit to Fen Vet Equine Reproduction prior to the Horse arriving at the Fen Vet Equine Reproduction facility as follows: $500.00 for Fresh/Frozen Breeds; $1,500.00 for Embryo Transfers; $1,000.00 for Oocyte Pick Up procedures.

By signing below, you have read and acknowledged that I have read and agree to the Mare Breeding Agreement and Waiver of Liability.

Client’s Signature

Date(Required)

Pre-Arrival Check List

All mares arriving for breeding at Fen Vet Equine Reproduction must have the following:

Mares must be in good health upon arrival. We retain the right to refuse services to any mare we deem unfit for breeding.
Mares must be vaccinated against West Nile Virus, WEE, EEE, Tetanus, Influenza, and Rhino at least 2 weeks prior to arriving for breeding. Proof of vaccination is required.
Deworming or fecal egg count must be performed 1-2 weeks prior to arriving for breeding. Proof of deworming or fecal egg testing is required.

OPU Liability Form