By signing this agreement, owners verify their dog(s) is current on rabies, distemper and Parvo-Virus vaccinations. Proof of vaccination or current Titer testing shall be provided to Doggy Style LLC upon request, as well as current veterinarian information. Special circumstances will be taken into consideration. 

Owners must inform Doggy Style LLC if their dog(s) bites, has bitten, or is aggressive to people, other dogs or specific grooming procedures. 

Muzzles may be used if necessary. Muzzling will not harm your dog and protects both the dog and the groomer. 

Doggy Style LLC reserves the right to refuse/stop service for such dogs at any time before or during the grooming process, and charge a Special Handling fee, in addition to the regular grooming charge. 

Customers also understand that all bites will be reported to the local authorities as required by law and Virginia’s “One Bite” rule. 

Grooming procedures can sometimes be stressful, especially for a senior dog or a dog with health problems. These procedures can expose hidden or aggravate known medical problems, during or after the groom. Because senior dogs with health problems have a greater chance of injury these dogs will be groomed for cleanliness and comfort, and the style that will not add to their stress. 

In the interest of your dog, this agreement will give Doggy Style LLC permission to obtain immediate veterinary treatment for your dog should it be deemed necessary by Doggy Style LLC. We will do our best to contact you first, then take your dog to your authorized veterinarian OR to the nearest available veterinarian. 

Furthermore, you agree to authorize medical treatment at the nearest available emergency veterinarian should your pet require emergency treatment. It is agreed that all expenses for veterinary care will be covered by the dog's owner upon submission of this Grooming Agreement. 

Dogs with matted coats need extra attention during their grooming session. Mats left in a dog's coat will only grow tighter and can strangle the dog's skin or eventually tear it open. 

Doggy Style LLC does not wish to cause serious or undue stress to your dog and will not continually de-mat your dog. We believe in comfort over vanity. Mats can be very difficult and uncomfortable to remove and may require the dog to be shaved. 

When necessary, removing a heavily matted coat includes risks of nicks, cuts or abrasions due to warts, moles or skin folds trapped in the mats. Heavy matting can also trap moisture and urine near the dog's skin allowing mold, fungus or bacteria to grow, causing skin irritations that existed prior to the grooming process. Torn skin from mats can also harbor maggots. 

After-effects of mat removal procedures can include itchiness, skin redness, self-inflicted irritations or abrasions and failure of the hair to regrow. Shaved dogs are also prone to sunburn and should either have sunscreen applied daily or should be kept out of the sun until their hair grows sufficiently to protect the skin. In some cases, dogs can also exhibit brief behavioral changes. 

There is an extra charge for dematting. Prevention is the best defense against matting; therefore, be sure to schedule regular grooming appointments. 

We will do our best to remove mats but not at the expense of your dog experiencing pain or discomfort. Therefore, a severely matted dog may not have the grooming outcome you would expect. 

There is always the possibility an accident could occur. Grooming equipment is sharp. Even though we use extreme caution and care in all situations, possible problems could occur, including cuts, nicks, and scratches. In most cases, this can happen when a dog is wiggling or moving around. 

Every effort will be made to ensure your dog is groomed as safely as possible. Furthermore, it can be dangerous to work on an anxious dog. If the dog stresses out too much for a service, that service will not be forced on your dog. Non completion of free services will not be discounted. We reserve the right to end a grooming session, even if it is not completed, and a partial or full grooming price may be charged. 

If you suspect your dog has fleas or ticks, prompt and thorough action on your dog is needed. Flea infestation can lead to tapeworms and other health problems. 

If fleas or ticks are found during the grooming process, you will be charged an additional fee to properly treat your dog. Doggy Style LLC will not use pesticide dips or sprays on your dog. Ticks found will be removed for an additional charge. If ticks are found, we strongly suggest that you have your dog tested for Lyme disease. 

Parasites are a health hazard to your dog, as well as to humans. 

By signing this agreement you (or your Agent) agree to hold Doggy Style LLC, its owners, operators and any employees, harmless from any damage, liabilities, financial, and otherwise, loss or claim including but not limited to veterinarian bills arising from any condition of the dog(s) owned by you, either known or unknown, to Doggy Style LLC or any other property of the Customer, which arise in any way from services and/or products provided by or as a consequence of customers association with Doggy Style LLC. 

It is also further understood and agreed that the terms of this agreement can change at any time, without notice, and will override all prior signed contracts or releases. It is further understood that this clause appeals to all dogs groomed with Doggy Style LLC. 

I hereby consent my pet(s) and/or me to be photographed or recorded and I AUTHORIZE Doggy Style LLC it's employees, agents, or authorized representatives to use, reproduce, publish, transmit, distribute, and display the said photograph(s) and video(s) in Doggy Style LLC display, social media, advertisement, website, or other material for promotional purposes. Images are the property of Doggy Style LLC. 

The use of images remains loyalty free indefinitely on a voluntary basis and is not considered work for hire. 

We are NOT a boarding facility and CANNOT board animals overnight. 

If your dog is not picked up by closing for the day, an additional $50.00 kennel charge will apply. Subsequent days will be charged at $100.00/day, plus food, medicine, or other necessities. 

Fees for late pick-ups during holidays or non-business days will be charged double. Full payment of all charges is due at the time of pickup. 

Doggy Style LLC Portsmouth has the right to place the dog in a temporary boarding facility, foster home, or other off-site location at an additional expense. 

Virginia Law protects animals against abandonment. Any animal that is abandoned at Doggy Style LLC will be reported to Animal Protective Services and turned over to local animal control, humane society, or shelter in accordance with Virginia Law (VA Statute 3.2-6504). Such abandonment is a class 1 misdemeanor and will constitute relinquishment of all rights and claims by the owner. 

No Shows and last-minute cancellations are subject to a FEE PER DOG up to half or the full price of the groom, which will be added to your next ticket. Prepayment for the same will be required before another appointment is booked. We understand there may be emergency situations and we will work with you, but not on a continued basis. 

Online booking, where applicable, will require either a deposit or prepayment equal to the cost of services which will go towards total cost at completion. 

Furthermore, if there are any fees associated with matting or otherwise, the difference will be charged to the client at completion. These Fees are in place to limit and discourage no shows and cancellations outside of the 72-hour cancelation window. 

Please be respectful of our time as we are a by-appointment business, and another client could have taken your appointment if we had known. NOTE: Clients who are 15 minutes late risk losing their appointment without notice. 

**I have read and agreed with the policies of Doggy Style LLC. I agree that I am the legal owner of the dog(s) listed on my account. I authorize my veterinarian to release any necessary information regarding my dog's health to Doggy Style LLC. I also authorize Doggy Style LLC to communicate with me via email and text regarding current and future grooming services and products. This agreement is applicable to any future dogs acquired by dog owners.**