Informed Consent and Release of Liability
This form must be read in full, understood and agreed to by the owner or guardian of stated dog, and this from must be completed and sent to Cultured Canines ltd. before stated dog can participate in any Cultured Canines ltd. program.
In consideration of the services of Cultured Canines ltd., their agents, owners, officers, shareholders, volunteers, participants, employees, affiliated companies and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf, I hereby agree to release and discharge Cultured Canines ltd. on behalf of myself, my spouse, my children, my parents, my heirs, my property, assigns, third parties, personal representative and estate as follows:

i. I acknowledge that my participation in dog training entails known and unknown risks that could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis, permanent trauma, death, or damage to myself, my family, my dog(s), property, or to third parties. I understand that dog training will expose me and/or any member of my family, my dog(s), my property and/or third parties to above normal risks. These risks include, among other things, and are not limited to, the hazards of walking/running on variations in terrain; steepness of slopes; slips and falls; the forces of nature, including lightning, rain, snow, ice, sleet, bare spots and changing weather conditions; falling off a rock, mountain, or any obstacle; the risks of exposure to insect bites, animal bites, frostbite, hypothermia, sunburn; normal city hazards, including traffic; being on and off trails with trees, tree stumps, creek rocks, boulders, forest deadfall, holes and depressions; possibility of encountering wildlife both in and out of the city.

ii. I agree that I am responsible for my own safety, as well as the safety of all family members, including my dog(s). I agree individually and on behalf of my family and dog(s) to assume and accept all the dangers that are associated with dog training. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this activity. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary, and I elect to participate in spite of the risks. At any point, I may elect not to participate in any of the activities involved in dog training.

iii. I will inform and disclose to Cultured Canines ltd. any physical or mental health issues, which might compromise my ability, or my dog(s), to participate in moderate physical activity.

iv. In case of physical or emotional injury, paralysis, permanent trauma, death, or damage to myself, my family, my dog(s), property, or to third parties, I agree to cover 100% of all expenses, including both medical and veterinarian.

v. I understand that I am solely responsible for any harm or damage caused by my dog(s) to any persons (including myself), property, animals and/or third party.

vi. I agree to be responsible for all persons accompanying me to dog training classes, including, but not limited to, family, relatives, friends and acquaintances. I agree to keep my children safe and in control, well-mannered and respectful towards the class and all animals at all times.

vii. I accept that disrupting, rude, disrespectful and/or slanderous behaviour from my family, dog(s), my acquaintances, third parties or myself will not be tolerated. Cultured Canines ltd. reserves the right to remove any person or persons from the class indefinitely without refund.

viii. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to provide the required training equipment, and incur 100% of the cost of a six foot leash. A properly fitted martingale collar and a hands free leash will be provided, and I understand that Cultured Canines ltd. has the right to refuse my participation in class without the proper equipment. Cultured Canines ltd. reserves the right to require a muzzle for my dog at my expense.

ix. I accept that the only dog that is permitted to come to classes is the dog that was enrolled, and I may not substitute another dog in their place.

x. I agree to ensure my dog(s) are in good health and are showing no signs of any illness. Female dogs in heat are not permitted to come to classes and I will inform my instructors if my dog is in heat so they can reschedule my lessons.

xi. I understand that Cultured Canines ltd. reserves the right to cancel class at anytime, including but not limited to holidays, instructor illness, thunder-lightning storms and temperature below -12 with wind chill or weather above +28. In the case of a class which is cancelled, Cultured Canines ltd. will offer one make up class, it will be up to the participants to ensure they are able to attend this class.
xii. I acknowledge that it is not mandatory to attend every available class during the period that I have signed up for, although it is highly recommended to do so in order to have the best possible chance of obtaining my desired outcome with my dog(s). Should I have to miss class(es), it is not required by Cultured Canines ltd. to allow for a make-up class and I will consider it time and information lost.

xiii. I understand the dog training class is intended for informational purposes only and I am responsible for achieving my own desired outcome. I accept that handouts and suggested reading material provided by Cultured Canines ltd. are in addition to the training. Any information learned in class or any handouts are the property of Cultured Canines ltd. and may not be used by me for any monetary gain without the explicit permission of Cultured Canines ltd.

xiv. Cultured Canines ltd. can offer advice and suggestions on training, healthcare and the well being of my dog(s), but should never take place over that of my veterinarian.

xv. I understand that participants for Cultured Canines ltd. dog training classes are registered on a first come, first served basis. In order to secure my place in the program, the deposit must be paid for in full at the time of registration. Cultured Canines ltd. cannot hold my place without payment. If payment is not received by registration date and other arrangements have not been made, Cultured Canines ltd. reserves the right to consider my registration cancelled.

xvi. I acknowledge that classes are non-refundable and I will forfeit all payments made to Cultured Canines ltd. should I cancel my enrollment for any reason or choose not to show up to classes during my assigned time period, or be asked to leave due to disrupting, unsafe, rude, disrespectful and/or slanderous behaviour from my family, dog(s), my acquaintances, third parties or myself.

xvii. I accept that Cultured Canines ltd. is not responsible for any expenses I might incur, such as vehicle gas and/or tickets or fines as a result of ignoring Calgary Bylaws.

xviii. I give Cultured Canines ltd. Permission to use any photos taken of my dog and myself during class for marketing purposes. I also agree to allow Cultured Canines ltd. to publish any testimonials in either print or electronic form.

I, the undersigned, have carefully read, understood, and accepted the terms and conditions stated herein and acknowledge that this agreement shall be effective and binding upon myself, my heirs, assigns, personal representative, estate and for all members of my family, including any minors accompanying me. I understand that this is a RELEASE OF LIABILITY, which will legally PREVENT me or any other person from filing suit or making any other legal claim for damages in the event of my death, my dog(s) death or any injury to me or my dog(s). I agree to assume any and all risks of injury or death to myself, family and dog(s) which might be associated with or result from my participation in this event. I further agree to RELEASE FROM LIABILITY and to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Cultured Canines ltd., their agents, owners, officers, shareholders, volunteers, participants, employees, affiliated companies and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf, for any damage, injury or death to myself, my dog(s), or to any person or property, whether caused by their negligence or for any other reason, in any way connected with my participation in this activity.