Terms & Conditions
Welcome to the Ray’s Hope Rescue website! These terms and conditions govern your use of the Ray’s Hope Rescue website, located at [Website URL]. By accessing this Website, you agree to comply with these terms and conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please refrain from using the Ray’s Hope Rescue website.
1. Glossary
“Ray’s Hope Rescue” refers to the non-profit organization that rescues dogs from shelters and matches them with veterans struggling with PTSD.
“Veteran” refers to a person who has served in the United States Armed Forces.
“Dog” refers to a domesticated canine animal.
“Adoption” refers to the process of transferring ownership of a dog from Ray’s Hope Rescue to a veteran.
“Service Dog” refers to a dog that has been trained to perform specific tasks for a person with a disability.
“Therapy Dog” refers to a dog that has been trained to provide comfort and support to people in hospitals, schools, and other settings.
2. Use of the Website
The Ray’s Hope Rescue website is intended for informational purposes and to promote the services provided by Ray’s Hope Rescue. You may only use the Website for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms.
3. Intellectual Property
All content, materials, and features available on the Ray’s Hope Rescue website, including text, graphics, logos, images, designs, and software, are either owned by Ray’s Hope Rescue or licensed to Ray’s Hope Rescue. These materials are protected by intellectual property laws, and you may not use, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any content on the website without prior written permission from Ray’s Hope Rescue.
4. Client Responsibilities
Clients engaging Ray’s Hope Rescue’s services agree to provide accurate and complete information necessary for the proper execution of the agreed-upon services. Clients are responsible for obtaining any required permits, approvals, or authorizations necessary for the commencement and completion of projects.
5. Eligibility
To be eligible to adopt a dog from Ray’s Hope Rescue, a veteran must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have a stable income and housing.
- Be able to provide a safe and loving home for a dog.
- Be willing to complete a training program with their new dog.
- Be able to provide proof of vaccination for all household pets.
- Be able to provide proof of home insurance.
6. Adoption Process
The adoption process for Ray’s Hope Rescue is as follows:
- Complete an adoption application.
- Meet with a Ray’s Hope Rescue staff member to discuss your application.
- Be interviewed by a Ray’s Hope Rescue staff member.
- Have your home inspected by a Ray’s Hope Rescue staff member.
- Be approved for adoption.
7. Adoption Fee
The adoption fee for a dog from Ray’s Hope Rescue is $250. The adoption fee covers the cost of spaying or neutering the dog, vaccinating the dog, microchipping the dog, and providing the adopter with a training manual.
8. Refund Policy
Ray’s Hope Rescue does not offer refunds for adoptions. However, if you are unable to keep your adopted dog for any reason, you may return the dog to Ray’s Hope Rescue within 14 days of the adoption date. In this case, you will be refunded the adoption fee minus a $50 processing fee.
9. Responsibilities of the Adopter
The adopter of a dog from Ray’s Hope Rescue is responsible for the following:
- Providing the dog with food, water, shelter, and exercise.
- Taking the dog to the veterinarian for regular check-ups and vaccinations.
- Spaying or neutering the dog.
- Microchipping the dog.
- Training the dog.
- Providing the dog with love and companionship.
- Not using the dog for any type of work or service.
- Not breeding the dog.
- Not selling or giving away the dog without the written permission of Ray’s Hope Rescue.
10. Responsibilities of Ray’s Hope Rescue
Ray’s Hope Rescue is responsible for the following:
- Providing the adopter with a dog that is healthy, well-behaved, and compatible with the adopter’s lifestyle.
- Providing the adopter with training resources and support.
- Providing the adopter with a 14-day satisfaction guarantee.
- Providing the adopter with a copy of the dog’s adoption contract.
11. Governing Law
These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the United State of America.
12. Entire Agreement
These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between the adopter and Ray’s Hope Rescue with respect to the adoption of a dog from Ray’s Hope Rescue. There are no other representations or warranties, express or implied, with respect to the adoption of a dog from Ray’s Hope Rescue.
13. Severability
If any provision of these terms and conditions is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision will be struck from these terms and conditions and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
14. Waiver
No waiver of any provision of these terms and conditions will be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.
15. Notices
All notices and other communications under these terms and conditions will be in writing and will be deemed to have been duly given when delivered in person, upon the first business day following deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, certified or registered, return receipt requested, addressed as follows:
If to Ray’s Hope Rescue:
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16. Modifications to Terms
Ray’s Hope Rescue reserves the right to modify or update these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. The most current version of the terms and conditions will be posted on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications to the terms constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these terms and conditions, please contact us at [Contact Email].
Thank you for using the Ray’s Hope Rescue website.