PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. THIS DOCUMENT AFFECTS YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.
I voluntarily enroll myself and/or my dog(s) in training, behavior modification, evaluations, consultations, private lessons, group classes, public outings, or other training-related services provided by Pawsitively K9 Dog Training and Behavior Modification (“Pawsitively K9”).

1. ASSUMPTION OF RISK
I understand that working with dogs involves inherent risks. I acknowledge that any dog, regardless of breed, age, training level, temperament, or history, may bite, scratch, jump, pull, escape, damage property, injure another animal, or cause injury to a person.
I understand that training activities may occur at Pawsitively K9 facilities, on my property, in public locations, parks, stores, sidewalks, parking lots, or other environments where unforeseen risks may exist.
I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in training activities.

2. OWNER REPRESENTATIONS
I certify that I am the legal owner or authorized guardian of the dog(s) participating in services.
I agree to disclose any known history of aggression, bites, attacks, reactivity, resource guarding, escape behavior, predatory behavior, or other potentially dangerous tendencies before participating in services.

3. RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS
I understand that family members, guests, visitors, children, neighbors, and other individuals present during training sessions may be exposed to risks associated with dogs and dog training activities.
I accept responsibility for supervising all persons under my control and informing them of these risks.

4. TRAINING EQUIPMENT
I understand that training may involve the use of leashes, long lines, harnesses, training collars, slip leads, muzzles, crates, place boards, toys, food rewards, and other training tools.
I acknowledge and accept the risks associated with the use of training equipment.

5. RELEASE OF LIABILITYTo the fullest extent permitted by law, I release, waive, and discharge Pawsitively K9, its owners, trainers, assistants, employees, volunteers, and agents from any and all claims, demands, damages, liabilities, costs, expenses, or causes of action arising from participation in training services.
This release includes, but is not limited to, claims involving injury, illness, dog fights, bites, scratches, escapes, property damage, or other incidents involving my dog(s), myself, family members, guests, or other persons present during training activities.
6. INDEMNIFICATION

I agree to assume full responsibility for any injury, damage, loss, or expense caused by my dog(s), myself, family members, guests, or children under my supervision.
I further agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Pawsitively K9, its owners, trainers, assistants, employees, volunteers, and agents from any claims, lawsuits, damages, attorney fees, costs, or liabilities arising from the actions of my dog(s), myself, family members, guests, or children under my supervision.

7. NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS
I understand that no specific training results or behavioral outcomes have been promised or guaranteed.
I acknowledge that training success depends on many factors, including genetics, temperament, health, environment, consistency, management, and owner compliance with training recommendations.
Pawsitively K9 makes no guarantee regarding future behavior.

8. PHOTO AND VIDEO RELEASE
I grant permission for Pawsitively K9 to use photographs or videos of myself and/or my dog(s) for educational, promotional, advertising, website, and social media purposes without compensation.

9. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I have carefully read and understand this Liability Waiver and Release. I voluntarily agree to its terms.

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Liability Waiver and Release. I understand that participation in training activities involves inherent risks and that I voluntarily assume those risks.

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