Stud Dog Contract PDF: Print-Ready Template You Can Download Today

You do not need expensive software or a lawyer to get a professional stud dog contract in PDF format. Here is the fastest way to create one today — free.

Most breeders want a PDF for the same reason: it is harder to alter after signing, it looks professional, and it is easy to email to the other party. This guide gives you a complete, print-ready contract and the exact steps to turn it into a PDF on any device — Windows, Mac, iPhone, or Android.

How to Save This Contract as a PDF

On a Computer (Windows or Mac)

1. Click Copy Contract below
2. Open Google Docs (docs.google.com) or Microsoft Word
3. Paste the contract text (Ctrl+V on Windows, Cmd+V on Mac)
4. Format as needed — adjust fonts, add your logo if you have one
5. Go to File → Print
6. Change the printer to "Save as PDF" (Windows) or "PDF → Save as PDF" (Mac bottom-left of print dialog)
7. Save to your desktop

Google Docs shortcut: File → Download → PDF Document (.pdf) — no print dialog needed.

On iPhone or iPad

1. Copy the contract text using the Copy Contract button
2. Open the Notes app or Pages app
3. Paste and format
4. Tap Share → Print → Pinch outward on the preview to get a PDF → Share PDF

On Android

1. Copy the contract text
2. Open Google Docs app
3. Create a new document and paste
4. Tap the three dots (⋮) → Share & Export → Save as → PDF

After Creating Your PDF

Print two copies — one for each party. Both should sign both copies so each person walks away with an original signed document.

Email a copy to the other party before the breeding appointment so they have time to read it. Do not hand someone a contract for the first time at the moment of the breeding — that is not how professional breeders operate.

Store your signed PDFs. Keep them in a folder — digital is fine, paper is fine, both is better. If a dispute arises a year later, having the signed PDF is essential.

What to Customise

Every field in [brackets] needs to be filled in. The most important sections to tailor:

• Section 4 (Return Service): The 12-month window is standard. If your stud is older or you want a tighter window, change it to 6 months. If you breed Pick of Litter, make sure the return service clause accounts for that.
• Section 7 (Pick of Litter): This is "not applicable" by default. Fill it in only if you are doing POL instead of or alongside a cash fee.
• Section 9 (Health Testing): List every test you actually have, with dates. Do not list tests you do not have — this section is a warranty and listing a false test is misrepresentation.

STUD DOG SERVICE AGREEMENT

STUD DOG SERVICE AGREEMENT

This Agreement is entered into as of [DATE] between:

STUD OWNER Name: [Full Legal Name] Address: [Street, City, State, ZIP] Phone: [Phone Number] Email: [Email Address]

DAM OWNER Name: [Full Legal Name] Address: [Street, City, State, ZIP] Phone: [Phone Number] Email: [Email Address]

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1. DOGS

STUD: [Registered Name] | Call Name: [Name] | Breed: [Breed] | DOB: [Date] | Reg#: [Number]

DAM: [Registered Name] | Call Name: [Name] | Breed: [Breed] | DOB: [Date] | Reg#: [Number]

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2. STUD FEE

Fee: $[AMOUNT] — Due: [ ] At service [ ] Upon confirmed pregnancy [ ] Split: deposit $[X] + balance at service

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3. TIE GUARANTEE

A natural tie was achieved on [DATE(S)]. Pregnancy and live puppies are not guaranteed.

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4. RETURN SERVICE

If no live puppy results, one free return service is provided within [12] months, subject to the following:

• Negative pregnancy confirmed in writing by a vet within [35] days post-breeding
• Same Dam only, not transferable
• Voided if miss is due to Dam's infertility or timing error by Dam Owner
• If Stud unavailable: [ ] Full refund [ ] Substitute stud [ ] Other: [specify]

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5. BRUCELLOSIS

Stud test date: [DATE] — Negative Dam test date: [DATE] — Negative

Both tests required within 30 days of service date.

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6. DAM HEALTH

Dam is current on: [ ] Rabies [ ] DHPP [ ] Bordetella [ ] Lepto Dam Owner warrants Dam is healthy, free of infectious disease, and current on parasite prevention.

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7. PICK OF LITTER

[ ] Not applicable — cash fee only [ ] Applicable: Stud Owner receives first pick at [7/8] weeks of age, selected within [5] days of selection date.

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8. LITTER REGISTRATION

Registered with [Registry] by the Dam Owner. Stud Owner will sign registration papers within [14] days of request.

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9. HEALTH TESTING ON FILE FOR STUD

[ ] OFA Hips: [Rating] — [Date] [ ] OFA Elbows: [Rating] — [Date] [ ] OFA Cardiac: [Date] [ ] CAER Eye Exam: [Date] [ ] DNA Panel: [Provider] — [Date] — [Key results listed] [ ] Breed-specific: [Test name and result]

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10. LIABILITY LIMIT

Total liability of Stud Owner shall not exceed the stud fee paid ($[AMOUNT]).

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11. GOVERNING LAW

State of [STATE]. Disputes resolved in [COUNTY] County small claims court or binding arbitration.

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12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This document is the complete agreement. Modifications require written, signed amendment.

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SIGNATURES

STUD OWNER: ______________________________ Date: __________ Printed: ______________________________

DAM OWNER: ______________________________ Date: __________ Printed: ______________________________

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For complex arrangements (co-ownership, multiple Pick puppies, international semen shipment), consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.