Puppies whelped at Trinity Labradors carry a 30 Month HIP, ELBOW AND EYE GUARANTEE. This covers any genetic problem, which prevents the puppy from being certified by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA), or the Canine Eye Registration Foundation, Inc. (CERF). This guarantee is good for the pups first 30 months of life, not 30 months after purchase.

It is impossible to state that a puppy will be completely free of genetic imperfection. In our breeding program, we only breed to dogs certified with an OFA rating of GOOD or EXCELLENT, and CERF rating of CLEAR. We try very hard to research the backgrounds of the sires and any litters they may have produced. Only then, when we are satisfied that these sires are sound, do we breed. We feel that by adhering to these standards, we are reducing the risk of producing a defective pup or litter. Therefore, we offer this guarantee, providing the purchaser complies with this agreement.

OFA will only certify dogs that have reached 24-months of age; they also perform non-certified preliminary evaluations beginning at 6-months of age. For this guarantee to be honored, the dog MUST be X-rayed and certified within six (6) months of reaching 24-months of age.

You MUST have your puppy's eyes examined and certified by a Board Certified Canine Ophthalmologist within six (6) months of reaching 24-months of age. If a pup does not pass it's CERF for retinal folds a genetic test should be performed to determine if your dog carries RD/OSD, if your pup does not have Retinal Dysplasia associated with OSD then the copy of the genetic test along with the CERF exam form can be submitted to the CERF board and a CERF certification will be issued. In order for our guarantee to apply both avenues must be exhausted.

If a problem should arise before the dog reaches the required ages stated herein, you MUST have OFA evaluate the X-rays and send you a copy of their findings, or a copy of the CERF evaluation from a Board Certified Canine Ophthalmologist.

You MUST use the word Trinity in the dog's registered name (i.e., Trinity’s Lotta Faith, Trinity’s Ebony and Abby, etc.)

Early Spay & Neuter have been found to negatively impact the development of joints, immune system, etc. Any pup that has been spayed or neutered before the age of 18 Months WILL NOT BE COVERED UNDER OUR GUARANTEE.

When the following requirements are met, this GUARANTEE will be in effect and honored by TRINITY LABRADORS.

1.        A copy of the findings from OFA or CERF MUST be sent to us for our records. The OFA shall be the sole judge regarding hip dysplasia (may do PennHip for second opinion) and the Canine Eye Registration Foundation (CERF) shall be the sole judge regarding eye defects

2.        THE DOG MUST NOT HAVE BEEN BRED OR SOLD. (Breeding or selling of dog before CERF & OFA certification makes this guarantee NULL and VOID)

3.        A letter from your vet, identifying the microchip of the dog and or permanent tattoo, and that it has been NEUTERED or SPAYED.

4.        MICRO-CHIP NUMBERS MUST APPEAR ON ALL DOCUMENTS OF CERTIFICATION - i.e. Your dog must have VPI standing. (Veterinarian Verified Permanent Identification)

In the event that an AVCO accredited veterinarian or OFA finds the dog can’t be certified there are four options:

1.        You may keep the dog and receive half of the purchase price back after proof the dog has been spayed or neutered.

2.        You may return the dog after having it spayed or neutered for a refund of half the purchase price.

3.        The dog may be euthanized for a full refund.

4.        The dog may be replaced with another puppy from another litter of equal value after being put to sleep. If the price of a replacement pup is greater than the original pup purchased, you must pay us the difference. You, the purchaser, will assume the expense of shipping the replacement pup if necessary. 

All pups come with a health guarantee, the guarantee is good for the first 30 days after the pup leaves Trinity Labradors, and will apply only if the original owner(s) are still in care and possession of the pup.  The guarantee is contingent upon a continuation of the vaccination schedule, started at Trinity Labradors, administered by a veterinarian.  (The schedule will vary from litter to litter and will be given to the new owners before or when the pup leaves Trinity Labradors.)  Adequate housing, food, and fresh water must be provided and you must administer a monthly heartworm preventative. (Such as Interceptor, HeartGuard, etc.…).    The animal must be confined to a fenced yard, Retriever’s run, or walked on a leash, and are not tied out on a rope or chain   Microchip must be registered with AKC Companion Animal Recovery Service and/or Home Again Micro-chip Company.

Notify Trinity Labradors if the pup is found by a veterinarian to be of unsatisfactory health, once written documentation of the condition is presented, and AKC papers are returned to Trinity Labs a replacement puppy will be made available from the next available litter. (740) 988-4745 or melody@trinitylabs.net

It is understood that the above warranties are expressly regarding congenital, hereditary defects and any physical injury to the dog voids this guarantee.  Also, no dog will be replaced if it has been bred or transferred.  Owner is to notify breeder of any change of address and/or phone numbers.

Thank you for the trust in Trinity Labrador Retrievers you have shown, we strive to make it a trust we earn.

God Bless,

Melody Robinson Trinity Labrador Retrievers 344 Tope Rd. Jackson, OH 45640

(740) 988-4745 or (740) 577-7299

http://www.trinitylabs.net

melody@trinitylabs.net