Terms & Conditions
Please read our terms and conditions carefully. These will be the terms and conditions you agree to when you apply for our waiting list. It is important to understand what responsibilities fall on you as an owner and what fall on us as a Rattery. If there are any questions regarding these terms and conditions, please do not hesitate to contact us about them.
1. Eligibility to Purchase
1.1. Buyers must be at least 18 years of age or a legal guardian has to be involved and consent to the purchase rats.
1.2. The buyer confirms they have the resources and living conditions suitable for the rats they are purchasing.
1.3. The buyer confirms that they have given accurate and truthful information to the Rattery prior to purchase.
2. Health and Medical care
2.1. Buyer must provide appropriate veterinary care to the rats as needed.
2.2. The Rattery will preventatively treat each rat with a topical external parasite medication before the date of the pick up, unless otherwise disclosed.
2.3. The Rattery ensures that the rats are free from known illnesses or genetic defects at the time of sale, unless otherwise disclosed.
3. Payment and Fees
3.1. The full purchase price must be paid at the time of the sale. Accepted methods are as follows; Cash, Bank transfer or Paypal
3.2. A non-refundable deposit of 50% may be required to reserve rats, which will be applied toward the final purchase price.
3.3. Any additional costs for a successful pick up day such as transportation, carriers, etc are the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise stated.
4. Returns and Refunds
4.1. The buyer has the right to return the rat(s) for a full refund if the animal(s) is/are discovered [by a licensed vet] to have a defect or an illness from birth. [excluding mycoplasma pulmonis]
4.2. The buyer has the right to return the rat(s) for a full refund if the rats(s) is/are displaying dangerous biting behaviour.
4.3. The seller will not be held responsible for any injury or illness that arises due to the buyer’s neglect or improper care after the rats has been sold.
4.4. The buyer is obligated to return the rats back to the Rattery’s care if they can no longer care for them due to change in their circumistances. The buyer will not receive a refund. The buyer is not obligated to explain their situation to the Rattery if they need to bring the animals back.
5. Transfer of Ownership
5.1. Upon full payment, ownership of the rats is transferred to the buyer, including all responsibility for the rats' care, well-being, and medical needs.
5.2. The seller reserves the right to refuse a sale if they deem that the buyer’s home environment or ability to care for the pet is not suitable.
6. Buyer’s Responsibilities
6.1. The buyer agrees to provide the rats with appropriate food, water, shelter, and medical care.
6.2. The buyer understands that owning rats is a long-term commitment and assumes all responsibilities associated with rat ownership.
6.3. The buyer agrees to follow any local laws, including licensing and restrictions related to rat ownership in their jurisdiction.
7. Liability
7.3. The Rattery is not liable for veterinary fees after transfer of ownership.
7.2. The buyer assumes full responsibility for any damage to their own property or goods after the ownership has been transferred to them.
7.1.The Rattery is not liable for any damages to the property or goods of the buyer caused by the rat(s).
8. Breeding rats from Silver's rattery
8.1. The buyer does NOT have the right to breed animals from Silver's rattery if they have applied to get rats as a PET home.
8.2. The buyer MUST declare intentions of breeding before being added to the waiting list.
8.3. The seller has the right remove and/or ban the buyer from the waiting list if there are any suspicions of intentional undeclared breeding of rats from Silver's rattery.
8.4. The seller has the right to demand the animals back if the buyer breeds (even if accidental) the rats without premission after buying them as pets. Falure to comply, will result in life time ban from the rattery list.
8.5. The buyer MUST contact the seller IMMEDIATELY if for some reason they end up with an accidental litter while the rats are in their care.
9. Agreement to Terms
By purchasing rats from Silver's Rattery, the buyer acknowledges and agrees to all the terms and conditions outlined above.
Thank you for choosing Silvers Rattery.