Klaus Poodles
Wait List Agreement

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This Agreement outlines the terms for joining the Klaus Poodles waitlist. Wait list positions are for puppies meeting specified characteristics (gender, size, color), not for specific parent pairings. The Breeder makes no guarantee regarding which breeding dogs will produce the litter.

1. Definitions

"Matching Puppy" means a puppy meeting the Buyer's specified gender AND size category (toy, miniature, or standard). Color preferences are noted but not guaranteed due to natural variation; a puppy is considered "matching" if it meets gender and size specifications.

"Transfer" means any Buyer-initiated change: declining an available Matching Puppy, changing gender preference, requesting a different breeding pair waitlist, or adding requirements necessitating a different litter.

"Circumstances Beyond Breeder's Control" includes: no puppies of specified gender born; puppies of that gender did not survive or have health issues preventing sale; miscarriage, resorption, or failed breeding; dam health issues preventing breeding; or other veterinary emergencies.

2. Wait List Management Fee

A non-refundable Wait List Management Fee of $200 is required to join the waitlist. This fee is refundable only if:

the Breeder cannot match the Buyer with a Matching Puppy within 12 months of payment;
the Breeder cancels all planned litters with no viable options within 12 months; or
the Breeder ceases operations entirely.

3. Notifications, Transfers & Removal

Notification: The Buyer will be notified via email and backup text when Matching Puppies are available. The Buyer must confirm their reservation within 48 hours (excluding weekends and federal holidays). Failure to respond within 48 hours will result in forfeiture of waitlist position. No response within 14 days constitutes withdrawal, and the Management Fee will be forfeited.

Transfer Policy: The Buyer receives one (1) complimentary Transfer. After the first Transfer: second Transfer costs $50; third Transfer costs $100; fourth Transfer results in removal from the waitlist and forfeiture of all fees. Retention fees must be paid within 72 hours or waitlist position will be released.

What Counts as a Transfer: Declining an available Matching Puppy for any reason (including color, markings, temperament, or size within the specified range) counts as a Transfer. Changing gender preference at any point counts as a Transfer.

What Does NOT Count: Breeder-initiated changes, being placed on a future litter due to Circumstances Beyond Breeder's Control, and moving up the waitlist due to others dropping out do not count as Transfers and incur no fees.

Failed Breeding or Litter Loss: In the event of failed breeding, miscarriage, or total litter loss, the Buyer's position and Management Fee automatically transfer to the next available litter at no charge.

Removal from Waitlist: The Buyer will be removed from the waitlist for: failure to confirm within 48 hours; declining two or more Matching Puppies (regardless of Transfer count); completing four Transfers; failure to pay retention fees within 72 hours; or breach of this Agreement.

Puppy Selection: Selection occurs at pick-up (approximately 8 weeks post-whelp) in order of waitlist position and deposit date. The Breeder reserves first and second picks of each litter.

4. Breeder's Rights

The Breeder retains the right to adjust breeding plans, cancel litters, or remove the Buyer from the waitlist with a refund under qualifying circumstances. All projected timelines and due dates are estimates only. Klaus Poodles reserves the right to adjust pairings, timelines, or breeding plans as needed to support the health of our dogs and puppies.

5. Payment

Upon accepting a puppy offer, the Buyer must pay a non-refundable Puppy Holding Fee of $300. The total purchase price is $3,500 (including the $200 Management Fee). The remaining balance of $3,000 is due on or before pick-up.

Processing Fees: Apple Pay, Zelle, and Venmo incur no additional fee. Credit card payments and PayPal (goods and services) incur a 3% processing fee added to the payment total. Example: $3,000 paid by credit card = $3,090.

6. Pick-up Policy

Puppies must be collected at 8 weeks of age. Late pick-ups incur a $25/day boarding fee. Maximum boarding is 7 days, after which the puppy will be re-homed and all deposits forfeited. Documented emergencies (flight cancellation, medical emergency, natural disaster) may qualify for extended boarding at Breeder's sole discretion with continued boarding fees.

7. Ownership & Visits

Puppies are sold as pet-quality companions without breeding rights. A signed spay/neuter agreement is required within 7 days of reserving a puppy.

Klaus Poodles maintains a strict no-visitor policy for our home and Guardian families' homes to protect the health of our dogs and puppies. All pre-pickup interactions are conducted virtually through video calls, photos, and updates. Details on what to expect are provided in your Welcome Packet.

8. Additional Terms

Allergy Disclaimer: No dog is truly hypoallergenic. Klaus Poodles cannot guarantee any puppy will be allergy-safe. It is the Buyer's responsibility to assess compatibility prior to committing.

Deposit Transferability: Deposits are non-transferable and must be used by the original Buyer. Exceptions require written request and Breeder approval.

Good Faith: This agreement assumes genuine intent to purchase. The Breeder reserves the right to remove buyers engaging without genuine purchase intent, including declining two or more Matching Puppies or extending the process through repeated Transfers without clear intent to complete a purchase.

9. Dispute Resolution

This Agreement is governed by Texas law. Both parties agree to attempt good faith resolution before pursuing legal remedies. Any legal action must be filed in Harris County, Texas.