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I, , (hereinafter referred to as “Client”) have voluntarily employed Nancy M. Kelly of The Mannerly Dog (hereinafter referred to as “Consultant”) to assist me in the training of my dog, . This contract agreement refers to the 12-week Beyond Basic Manners course. Once signed, it will continue to apply to additional training packages if Client proceeds with further training unless another contract is signed. Each training package will be invoiced separately.

Professional Fees:

Professional fees shall be paid in advance as a quoted package fee. The 12 training sessions will be scheduled in advance and carried out either in person or in online, virtual meetings as scheduled and planned between client and consultant. “No shows” or canceled appointments with less than 48 hours notice will be charged as regular sessions. All sessions must be completed within 15 weeks of the date of this contract. Any sessions not completed within that time frame will be forfeited. The intent is to encourage continual training without pauses that can slow progress. Note: This contract and its terms will renew automatically with payment for each successive package. (initial)

Description of Services:

Consultant will work directly with Client and Client’s dog to impart contemporary animal behavior knowledge and skills that best fit Client’s needs. Successful training programs depend on a combination of learned skills on the part of the pet and owner. Behavior is not static; an animal (nor a human) will not continue to perform even trained behaviors without ongoing practice. Especially in cases involving any type of aggression, although behavior may be modified, the dog is never considered “cured.” A pet’s behavior is ultimately Client’s responsibility. Consultant will make a reasonable effort to help attain goals but makes no guarantees of performance on the part of Client and Client’s pet as a result of providing professional dog training. No refunds of payments will be given. The Mannerly Dog will provide technical support via email or phone for as long as the company is solvent or the life of Client’s pet. Client agrees to have photos and videos taken and understands they may be used in marketing for The Mannerly Dog website, brochures, handouts, social media, or other various forms of media. (initial)

Evaluation of Client’s dog will be ongoing throughout the terms of this contract and Consultant will provide educated opinions about the dog’s temperament, stress level, and other criteria affecting the dog’s well-being. Client acknowledges that due to circumstances beyond the control of the consultant, there is the chance that their dog may show signs of nervousness, stress, or anxiety which could progress to the point where the dog may growl, bark, show teeth, snap or bite while out in public. (Education in assessing signs of stress will be included in training instruction.) Client agrees that upon seeing signs of stress, Client will immediately remove the dog from public exposure, contact the Consultant and refrain from any public outings until either the consultant and Client have resolved the issues to both of their satisfaction. Regardless, Client is solely responsible for the dog’s behavior in public and private and will not hold the Consultant responsible or liable for any actions of the dog or Client at any time. (initial)

Client acknowledges that owning a dog has inherent risks and that obedience training/behavior modification may be an activity in which damage or injury to persons, pets, and/or property may occur. Client assumes full financial responsibility for the actions of their dog(s). Client further acknowledges that dog(s) may be exposed to a variety of environmental conditions which include, but are not limited to, vehicular travel, interaction with people and other animals, and exposure to areas with crowds and all types of traffic, and the effects of these stimuli on dog behavior and physical safety vary due to the dog, behavior of the Client, number of stimuli occurring at the same time, and other unpredictable factors. These circumstances can occur even within the confines of Client’s home. Consultant will teach and coach Client on safe handling and training but is not responsible for Client’s ability or willingness to do what is necessary to be safe or to get desired results from the dog in these situations. The effects of trigger-stacking can be tremendous, up to and including a level at which the dog is unable to cope well. Client is solely responsible for their own handling and training of the dog in all situations and will not hold Consultant responsible or liable for the failure of the dog to become a safe and reliable pet. (initial)

Applying instructions from multiple trainers or methods at the same time can overwhelm and confuse handlers and dogs. Client agrees to limit their training education and methods to those taught by the Consultant during the time they are working together. (initial)

Release of Liability/Binding Arbitration:

Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Consultant and Consultant’s Agents of any and all claims of injury, expense, costs, or damages caused to Client’s dog or by the actions of Client’s dog while under Consultant’s instruction or control and/or while under Client’s care and control.

In the event of any dispute arising under this agreement, and the inability of Client and Consultant to resolve such dispute through their own diligent efforts, Client and Consultant hereby agree to resolve such dispute using commercially available and mutually agreeable mediation and/or arbitration services. In any action or proceeding arising out of this agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reimbursement of costs and legal fees.

This Contract for Training Services supersedes all other agreements, written or oral, previously made between Client and Consultant.

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Signed by Nancy M Kelly
Signed On: May 13, 2026

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June 2, 2021 8:20 PM CST

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