Private Training Waiver and Release
ASSUMPTION OF RISK. The undersigned (“you” or “Participant”) acknowledges that he/she is voluntarily participating in dog training provided by Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training. Participant represents that he/she is the owner or guardian of the dog(s) identified in this Agreement.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY. Participant agrees that in consideration for being permitted to participate in dog training provided by Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training, and/or to use any of Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training’s facilities in connection with dog training, Participant, for himself/herself, and his/her heirs, next of kin, executors, and personal representatives (collectively, “Releasors”), assumes the entire risk associated with participating such an activity and waives, releases, discharges and covenants not to sue Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training, its directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers or other representatives, their successors and/or assigns (collectively, “Releasees”), from any and all liability to Releasors for any loss, harm, damage, claim, injury (including death) or accident to the person or property of Participant, Participant’s dog, and any other persons accompanying Participant at the dog training, including any minor children, arising out of or related to participating in dog training or using any facilities or equipment of Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training, even if caused by any negligent act or omission of Releasees. Nothing herein is intended to release Releasees from any harm, injury, claim or damage caused by intentional, wanton or reckless misconduct.
INDEMNIFICATION. You agree that you are and will be responsible for your conduct and the conduct of your dog and others accompanying you (including minor children) at all times. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training, its directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers and other representatives ("Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training Personnel”), from any and all claims of injury (including death), loss, cost, expenses, or damage to persons, dogs, or property caused by the acts or omissions of you, your dog, and any other persons accompanying you, including any minor children, during the course of training or related activities, as well as by the conduct of your dog under your own care as a result of following training instructions. This provision applies whether the claims are made by you, members of your family, your accompanying guests, Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training Personnel, or third parties.
NO GUARANTY OF RESULTS. You recognize that the role you play in your dog’s learning process is integral to achieving desired results. You acknowledge and agree that there is no guaranty that your dog will achieve the desired level of training, despite the best efforts of Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training. You further understand that the recommendation of any other product or service by Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training is not a guaranty of satisfaction with that product or service.
PHOTO RELEASE. By signing below, you give Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training permission to publish in print, electronic, or video format the likeness or image of you and/or your dog. You release all claims against Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training with respect to privacy rights, publicity rights, copyright ownership and publication, including any claim for compensation related to use of the materials. Your trainer will ask permission before taking a photo and will refrain from doing so upon your request.
SAVINGS CLAUSE. You expressly agree that the foregoing assumption of risk, release, waiver, and indemnity provisions are intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by applicable law, and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, you agree that the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
KNOWING AND VOLUNTARY EXECUTION. By signing below, you declare that you are at least 18 years of age and competent to sign this Agreement. You acknowledge that you have carefully read this Agreement, understand its contents, and agree to be bound by its terms. You specifically understand that this Agreement includes an assumption of the risk of Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training’s negligence and a release of Lori Westling/Auseez Dog Training’s liability.