I understand that dog training and behavior modification is not without risk to myself, members of my family, guests, or my dog or other pets. I hereby waive my rights to any claim and release Lee Desmarais and Zippity Do Dog Training and Behavior Modification from any and all liability of any nature, for injury or damage which I or my dog may suffer, including specifically, but not limited to, any injury or damage resulting from the action of any dog, and I expressly assume the risk of any such damage or injury while attending any training session, function or event wherever the activity is taking place. In consideration of and as inducement towards the acceptance of my enrollment in lessons, I hereby agree to indemnify and hold Lee Desmarais from any and all claims, or claims by me, any member of my family or any other person accompanying me to any training session wherever they may be located arising out of any action by any dog, including my own, including but not limited to the responsibility for all damages, expenses and legal fees. I further indemnify and agree to hold harmless Lee Desmarais from any and all claims, or claims by any third party at any training session wherever they may be located arising out of any action by any dog, including my own, including but not limited to the responsibility for damages, expenses, and legal fees.

Programs are prepaid or due in full at the first consultation unless otherwise agreed upon by both parties. Any returned checks are subject to a $35 bank fee and a $20 late fee. Cash, personal checks, Venmo, Cash App are accepted for training. PayPal is accepted for behavior consults.

• Cancellations received 48 hours prior to scheduled appointment will be accepted without penalty.
• Cancellations due to inclement weather are not subject to penalty.
• Cancellations received less than 48 hours prior to scheduled appointment will be subject to a $35 rescheduling fee.
• Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to scheduled appointment will result in the forfeiture of that session, with no refund.

I have read and, by completing this form and clicking submit below, agree to abide by the aforementioned Waiver and Assumption of Risk and Agreement to Hold Harmless.

I look forward to helping you reach your training goals through behavior consultation and/or training methods customized to meet your needs. Whether your dog's issues are short-term or long-term we feel we can successfully move him/her in the right direction with selective systematic training and behavior work. Many clients find that new goals arise during the process of treatment, and we want to assure you that we will accommodate any changes you want to make to treat the issues you want to address. Your own awareness of your dog's experience will improve through the course of training and behavior analysis and your observations will be highly valuable. It is an exciting and rewarding opportunity for me to help you and your dog. I hope you enjoy it as much as I will. 

“When I look at a dog and see their limitations, I remind myself that they can be given the opportunity to shine in whatever ways they have the potential for shining. It might not look like another dog's glow, but that does not matter. Keep an eye out for the sparkle. It's there.” – Debbie Jacobs