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Schwartz Corgi Paws — Health Guarantee

Effective for all puppies sold by Schwartz Corgi Paws, Jonestown, Pennsylvania

Our Commitment to You

Every Pembroke Welsh Corgi puppy we raise is born and raised in our home, receiving daily hands-on care, veterinary attention, and early socialization. We stand behind the health of every puppy we place with a family.

10-Day Health Guarantee

Your puppy has been examined by a licensed veterinarian prior to going home and is in good health to the best of our knowledge at the time of sale. You will receive a copy of all vaccination and deworming records at pickup.

We require that you take your new puppy to a licensed veterinarian within 10 days of purchase. This protects both you and your puppy, and is required to keep this guarantee valid.

If, within 10 days of purchase, your puppy:

  • Is found by a veterinarian to have a contagious, infectious, or parasitic illness, or

  • Dies from such a condition

You will have the following options:

  1. Return the puppy for a full refund

  2. Exchange the puppy for a replacement of equal value from a future litter

  3. Keep the puppy and receive reimbursement of reasonable veterinary costs, not to exceed the original purchase price

A written veterinarian's certification is required for any refund, exchange, or reimbursement. See certification requirements below.

5-Year Genetic Health Guarantee

Schwartz Corgi Paws offers a 5-year genetic health guarantee covering hereditary and congenital conditions that adversely affect your puppy's health or quality of life.

If, within 5 years of purchase, your puppy is diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian with a confirmed hereditary or congenital defect, you will have the following options:

  1. Replacement puppy from a future litter at no cost to you

  2. Partial refund of up to 50% of the original purchase price, with the puppy remaining in your home

A replacement puppy is our preferred option. We are not able to offer full refunds under the genetic guarantee after the initial 10-day period.

What is covered:

  • Confirmed hereditary conditions (e.g. hip dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy, progressive retinal atrophy)

  • Confirmed congenital defects present at birth that were not detectable at time of sale

What is not covered:

  • Routine veterinary care, vaccinations, or wellness visits

  • Conditions caused by accident, injury, negligence, abuse, or improper care

  • Conditions resulting from obesity, malnourishment, or environmental factors

  • Spay/neuter complications or related conditions

  • Any condition arising after the puppy has been resold or rehomed

Requirements for All Claims

To make a claim under this guarantee, the following must be provided:

  1. Written notice to Schwartz Corgi Paws by phone or text at 717-224-9616 as soon as the condition is identified

  2. Written veterinarian certification including:

    • Your name and contact information

    • Date of examination

    • Puppy's breed, age, and description

    • Diagnosis and specific findings

    • Recommended treatment and associated costs

    • Veterinarian's name, address, phone number, and signature

  3. Certification must be provided to Schwartz Corgi Paws within 5 days of receiving it from your vet

  4. If the puppy has died and a congenital defect is suspected, a necropsy (autopsy) must be performed at the buyer's expense to confirm cause of death

Schwartz Corgi Paws reserves the right to have the puppy examined by a veterinarian of our choosing if we contest the diagnosis. Failure to allow this examination within 5 business days of our request will void this guarantee.

Conditions That Void This Guarantee

This guarantee becomes void if:

  • The puppy is resold, rehomed, or transferred to another owner

  • The required 10-day veterinary visit is not completed

  • The puppy is not provided with proper care, nutrition, housing, or prompt veterinary attention

  • Claims paperwork is not submitted within the required timeframes

  • The puppy is used for breeding purposes

Additional Terms

  • Puppies are sold as companion pets only. No guarantees are made regarding size, weight, coat color, markings, temperament for show, or breeding suitability.

  • This guarantee does not cover the cost of spaying or neutering.

  • Schwartz Corgi Paws is not responsible for any veterinary, dental, or surgical expenses incurred after the puppy leaves our care, except as specified above.

  • Refunds or replacements will not be issued for change of mind, housing restrictions, allergies discovered after purchase, or lifestyle changes. If you are ever unable to care for your puppy, we will always accept the dog back — no questions asked — provided all health records are returned with the puppy.

  • This guarantee constitutes the entire agreement between Schwartz Corgi Paws and the Buyer regarding the health of the puppy.

Questions?

Call or text us anytime at 717-224-9616 or visit us in Jonestown, Pennsylvania. We're here for you and your puppy long after pickup day.

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