R10, 2023-07-07

NOTE: Happy Cat Hotel - Westchester does not accept paper waivers, please submit electronically.

HAPPY CAT HOTEL & SPA

AT-RISK PET RELEASE FORM

Due to the following reasons, your pet has been determined to be at a higher risk of injury or health problem than the average pet:



Even the gentlest of grooming can cause stress to an animal. While necessary to the animal’s continued good health, it is an interaction outside the purview of its natural environment. Because of the reasons listed above, I hereby agree to the foregoing as owner of the pet:

1. Any grooming that takes place on an elderly cat or cat with health problems will be at the owner’s risk. Grooming may expose pre-existing health and/or skin problems for which Happy Cat Hotel cannot be held liable. Elderly and/or thin/underweight cats are at a high risk for nicks and cuts from shaving.

2. Dematting/detangling of matted hair may cause patchiness and hair loss. Consent to remove the matted hair is on this understanding. Shaving your cat will dramatically change the pet’s appearance, and the hair will be very close to the skin. This may expose pre-existing skin conditions for which Happy Cat Hotel is not liable. Removal of mats whether by shaving or dematting procedure can be stressful to your pet and may exacerbate stress-sensitive health problems. Matting and/or pelting will result in an additional surcharge, based upon the severity of the problem and the time required to correct it. A fecal removal surcharge and/or biter surcharge may also apply.

3. Certain illnesses and conditions including (but not limited to) diabetes, heart murmur, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, hyperthyroidism, epilepsy, and being overweight result in a higher risk of incident during grooming.

4. Previously discussed grooming styles (i.e. Lion Cut, Comb Cut, Etc) may not be completed due to my cat’s health condition.This decision is in the cat’s best interest. The client will be responsible for payment of any services that are completed in lieu of the previously discussed styles.

5. In the event of any injury or health concern, we are authorized to contact a vet and authorize any veterinary treatment for the cat as necessary.The owner is responsible for all veterinary charges that may incur as a result. Happy Cat Hotel will attempt to contact you in the event of an emergency via the contact number listed below.

I hereby agree to the foregoing as owner of the pet.


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