I understand that
aggression by animals can cause
injury, including fatal injury,
to other animals, to property, other
people and to me. I understand that
treatment for aggressive behavior
is an inexact science, and it is
impossible to insure that my pet
will not cause harm in the future.
I understand that
the only way to insure that my pet
will not cause harm in the future
is to euthanize it. I understand
that if I do not euthanize my pet,
it will be my responsibility to
take appropriate precautions to
prevent my pet’s causing harm.
These precautions may include, but
are not limited to, informing persons
responsible for pet sitting or boarding
about the possibility of aggression
or destruction, persons near my
pet of its proclivity for aggressive
behavior, keeping it on a leash,
muzzled, and/or keeping it restrained
behind doors, gates, or fencing.
I also understand that it is my
responsibility to be aware of and
to comply with all state and local
ordinances concerning aggressive
animals. Finally, I understand that,
should I choose not to euthanize
my pet and it causes harm in the
future, I may be held liable for
such harm.
This agreement confirms
I am aware that my animal may be
put onto behavior medications intended
to modify its response. This medication
may be “off-label” use
with no specific research available
on safety or potential drug interactions.
I understand in some cases this
medication may have no effect, or
even make the behavior worse instead
of better. If so, I agree to contact
the consultant to inform them of
this status.
I agree that if this
pet does cause harm to any property,
person or other animal, I accept
full responsibility, and agree to
hold harmless the ABN consultant
and associates, and any veterinarian
or vet staff involved.
I certify that I have
read and understood the above and
that I am signing this authorization
with the full understanding that
the treatment given my pet may not
eliminate its destructive or aggressive
behavior.
Signature of Pet Parent:
