I came across this contract for bulldog pups. The health guarantee reads as following;
''To be free from any genetic / hereditary defects that cause death or serious impairment of the vital functions in the puppy until said puppy is one year of age . If such an inheritable defect is documented by a Veterinarian and presented to the seller with sufficient supporting evidence, the buyer will be entitled to a replacement puppy of the same sex, of comparable or better quality, when available from same or upcoming litter, after the first puppy is returned to seller. No cash refunds given and we will not pay any vet bills. Above warranty excludes hip and joint related issues. Buyer agrees in buying a puppy that he or she understands the certain common limitations of the bulldog breeds such as joint issues and that most bulldog puppies if X rayed will evidence some form of mild to moderate hip displasia. Loose hips on bulldog puppies are common and rarely prevent a bulldog from walking or functionin[sp] as a loveable pet. Adult dogs sold are not covered herin and any/all adults will be sold on an "as is" basis"
Joint and hip issues are not included in this health guarantee...
Is this a common practise in some breeds with very high incidences of health problems or just a cop out to protect them legally from their bad breedings?
''To be free from any genetic / hereditary defects that cause death or serious impairment of the vital functions in the puppy until said puppy is one year of age . If such an inheritable defect is documented by a Veterinarian and presented to the seller with sufficient supporting evidence, the buyer will be entitled to a replacement puppy of the same sex, of comparable or better quality, when available from same or upcoming litter, after the first puppy is returned to seller. No cash refunds given and we will not pay any vet bills. Above warranty excludes hip and joint related issues. Buyer agrees in buying a puppy that he or she understands the certain common limitations of the bulldog breeds such as joint issues and that most bulldog puppies if X rayed will evidence some form of mild to moderate hip displasia. Loose hips on bulldog puppies are common and rarely prevent a bulldog from walking or functionin[sp] as a loveable pet. Adult dogs sold are not covered herin and any/all adults will be sold on an "as is" basis"
Joint and hip issues are not included in this health guarantee...
Is this a common practise in some breeds with very high incidences of health problems or just a cop out to protect them legally from their bad breedings?