Waiver

TRAIL PAWS DUPAGE

Legal and Medical Release/Waiver

Our top priority at Trail Paws DuPage is the comfort and safety of your dog.  Please read this release/waiver carefully before signing.  I understand that my dog can not take part in any Trail Paws services without a signed release/waiver.

I understand that dogs at play or on hikes/walks can incur sore muscles, cuts and bruises, sprains, tendon, joint, ligament or bone injuries, cut pads or paws, fatigue and so forth.  I understand that in case of medical or surgical emergency, every effort will be made to reach me or any person I have designated as an emergency contact.  I further understand that dogs may transmit illnesses to other dogs and/or humans and I release Trail Paws DuPage from any and all liability, to the extent allowed by law, associated with the transmission of illnesses or from any harm to humans or dogs, including but not limited to dog bites and dog fights.

I give my permission for any staff member at Trail Paws DuPage to take my dog(s) to the nearest animal hospital or emergency room for any reason that he/she deems appropriate.  I further agree to allow the attending veterinarian(s) to provide any and all necessary medical and/or surgical, veterinary care as the veterinarian sees fit.  I understand that I will be responsible for all medical/surgical costs associated with the veterinary treatment of my dog(s).

I give consent for the staff members of Trail Paws DuPage to transport my dog(s) for the purpose of pick up or delivery: for walks, hikes, swims, veterinary services and to any other necessary location.  I hereby release Trail Paws DuPage and all its staff members, other dog owners and owners of all facilities from any and all liabilities, to the extent allowed by law, for injuries, illnesses, loss or death of my dog(s) that may occur from any services offered, including but not limited to while on hikes or en route to or from hikes, pick up or delivery, to or from veterinary services or to or from any other necessary location.

I understand that payment for services is due at the time they are rendered.  I understand that any unpaid fee will be sent to collection and that I am responsible for all collections and legal fees incurred for this reason.

I acknowledge that my dog is in good health and has been free of all communicable diseases for the last thirty days.

I agree to allow Trail Paws DuPage to use photographs of my dog(s) for its website, social media, and any other promotional purpose, without consideration.

I acknowledge that I have read this agreement in its entirety, as well as the requirements specified by Trail Paws DuPage, and I understand and agree with all the stated requirements.  I agree to all the terms and conditions listed and I release the owner and all staff members affiliated with Trail Paws DuPage of all liability, regardless of the cause.  If there are any exceptions, they are noted herein.