Free Stud Dog Contract Template
A free, comprehensive stud dog service agreement you can copy and customize. Covers stud fees, return heat policy, AI rights, pick of litter, brucellosis testing, and AKC registration paperwork.
Why You Need a Stud Dog Contract
A stud dog contract protects both the stud owner and the dam owner by setting clear expectations before breeding begins. Without a written agreement, disputes over missed pregnancies, registration paperwork delays, or pick-of-litter selections can damage relationships.
Key Contract Clauses
- Stud fee amount and payment schedule
- Return heat policy (free return service if dam misses)
- Brucellosis testing requirements for both dogs
- Pick of litter terms and minimum litter size
- AI rights and semen ownership
- AKC registry paperwork obligations and timeline
- Liability limitations for both parties