Here's our dog agreement - you may want to speak with your attorney before using it. Feel free to modify in any way that meets your unique situation. Good luck!
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Dog Agreement - all dogs must be pre-approved
Based on the criteria below, please make a realistic call as to whether your dog/s are likely to do well at our vacation home. The reality is while most dogs are wonderful, they aren’t necessarily all great houseguests. Nobody knows our dogs like we do ourselves, so glance at your buddy sitting over there by the food dish (or eating the food dish) 😊 … and keep him or her in mind as you read on.
Requirements: Dogs should be…
At least one year old.
- Spayed or neutered.
- Obedient and calm – on and off leash.
- Free from behavioral problems such as excessive barking or howling, chewing, scratching at/near doors and windows, hyper behavior such as jumping up.
- Non-aggressive toward people and animals. Please do not bring a dog to our property if it has any history of aggression.
- House trained. If your male dog likes to mark outdoors, please steer him away from exterior structures to avoid stains and odors. Fido can sign his name on plenty of trees instead.
- We recommend Flea/Tick prevention to protect your dog (and future guests). We also recommend heartworm preventive.
House Rules:
- No dogs on furniture without protective sheets (we provide these).
- Leash dogs while outside to protect neighbors, other dogs, and wildlife. Even the best-trained dog may run to chase a deer, bear, fox, coyote or skunk. Wild animals can carry disease; many will bite.
- Crate your pup/s when they’re alone indoors. You can bring a crate or we can provide one or two on request.
- Good housekeeping. Wipe off wet/muddy paws; use an old towel to dry your dog before coming in after a swim. Pick up dog waste, bag/tie and place in one of the covered bins outside or in the garage.
- Report any injuries, damages or complaints to us right away.
- Hosts retain the right to require immediate removal of any dog if the animal is being disruptive, causing damage, posing a risk to people or other animals, or for other major violations.
Dog Fees:
$20 per dog per night, due after your dog/s have been approved. You’ll receive an email requesting payment of any outstanding pet fees. Dog fees are not applied to extra cleaning costs or damage repairs.
Dog Deposits:
$250 per dog, fully refundable. Deposit will be returned within one week after check-out, less any charges for damages, extra cleaning or other pet-related costs. If issues are found after check-out, photos will be taken and shared with you to document the reason for charges.
Next Steps:
If your dog qualifies and you’re ok with our house rules, please provide the information requested on the following page, sign and return both pages via email. Please contact us with any questions. Thank you!
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Guest #1 Signature | Date |
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Guest #2 Signature | Date |
Dog Agreement & Certification
Property Owners | |
Property Name | | | |
Booked through | Airbnb | VRBO |
Guest Name / Address |
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Guest’s Mobile Phone | | Alternate Phone: | |
Dates of Stay | ARRIVE: | DEPART: |
| DOG #1 | DOG #2 | |
Dog Name | | | |
Age | | | |
Breed/s | | | |
Color | | | |
Weight | | | |
Spayed/Neutered: Y or N | | | |
Male or Female | | | |
Rabies expiration date | | | |
Fees | |
$20/dog per night | $ | $ | |
Deposits: $250 per dog, fully refundable: | Total: $ |
I/we own the dog/s described above and certify the information is correct and complete. My dog/s satisfy the requirements on page 1, and I will follow the House Rules. I accept full responsibility for any injury or damages the dog/s may cause to people, other animals and/or property. If the dog/s should be injured or become ill during my/our stay, [insert your business name/property name/individual names] will not be held liable. |
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Guest #1 Signature | Date |
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Guest #2 Signature | Date |
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Full address, phone, website, email, etc.