Signed agreement between home boarder and client.
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Parties
Between: [Operator Business Name] ("the Boarder")
And: [Client Name and Address] ("the Owner")
For: [Dog Name, Breed, Microchip] ("the Dog")
Service
The Boarder agrees to board the Dog at [Address] for the agreed dates, providing a designated room, meals per the Owners instructions, daily exercise, and ongoing care.
Owners responsibilities
The Owner agrees to:
— Provide accurate information about the Dog (vaccinations, behaviour, medical)
— Provide sufficient food, medication, and any special equipment
— Pay the agreed fee on or before the start of the booking
— Be available by phone during the stay
Boarders responsibilities
The Boarder agrees to:
— Provide a clean, safe designated room
— Follow the feeding and exercise plan
— Update the Daily Care Log daily
— Contact the vet in an emergency and notify the Owner
Liability and signatures
Liability is subject to the Boarders insurance cover (PLI £5M, Care Custody Control £25K per dog).
Boarder signature / date: [see DOCX]
Owner signature / date: [see DOCX]
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