Contract Agreement
Terms & Conditions
Our commitment to building a relationship based on trust, care, and transparency
Your Responsibilities
Payment Obligations
You agree to pay the full kitten purchase price and any applicable transportation or delivery fees specified in your purchase agreement.
Safe Home & Supervision
Provide appropriate supervision for your young kitten
Keep your kitten safely indoors and prevent unsupervised outdoor access
Maintain a secure, clean, and kitten-friendly environment
Proper Care & Well-Being
Provide nutritious food and fresh, clean water
Offer comfortable sleeping areas and appropriate shelter
Maintain regular veterinary examinations and grooming
Provide daily exercise, enrichment, play, and companionship
Ownership Liability
Once ownership has been transferred, you are responsible for your kitten’s safety, care, training, and behavior. Crown & Paws Maine Coon Cattery is not responsible for injuries, damages, or incidents that occur after ownership has been transferred, except where otherwise required by applicable law.
Communication & Follow-Up
You agree to remain reasonably available for follow-up communication regarding your kitten’s adjustment and general well-being.
Our Commitments
Health & Documentation
Each kitten receives appropriate veterinary care before placement
Available registration or pedigree documentation is provided when applicable
Kittens receive early socialization and are raised with attention to temperament
Health records, including applicable vaccination and deworming information, are provided to the new family
72-Hour Health Examination
Veterinary Examination Required
We strongly recommend that your kitten be examined by a licensed veterinarian within 72 hours of arrival. This initial examination helps establish a health baseline and allows any concerns to be identified promptly.
Pre-Existing Health Concerns
If a veterinarian identifies a significant health condition that clearly existed before the kitten was placed, the buyer should notify us promptly and provide appropriate written veterinary documentation. Any potential remedy, including treatment assistance, replacement, or refund, will be handled according to the terms of the written Health Guarantee.
Ownership & Rehoming
Right of First Contact
If you are ever unable to continue caring for your Maine Coon, please contact Crown & Paws Maine Coon Cattery before making other rehoming arrangements. We will work with you to determine a safe and appropriate solution for the cat.
Rehoming Responsibility
Our priority is the lifelong welfare of every kitten we place. If circumstances change, we encourage families to contact us so we can help explore responsible rehoming options whenever possible.
Ownership Transfers
Any transfer of ownership should be handled responsibly and in accordance with the terms of your purchase agreement and applicable laws.
Prohibited Situations
Your Maine Coon must never be:
Sold or transferred to a pet store or commercial reseller
Used for research or laboratory purposes
Used for breeding contrary to the terms of the purchase agreement
Placed in an environment involving fighting, abuse, neglect, or cruelty
Agreement
By purchasing or reserving a Maine Coon kitten, both parties acknowledge these terms and agree to prioritize the kitten’s health, safety, and lifelong well-being.
Questions? Please contact Crown & Paws Maine Coon Cattery before completing your purchase if you need clarification about any part of these terms.
