legalities of pet trade

[nat_the_brat]

after having an interesting discussion with someone about some of the shady dealers that one may come across I was wondering what legalities in canada are in place to protect people from such occurences. For example, if you make a deal with someone and send them the money for an animal but then feel that they are being shady and you demand your money back, what kinds of laws are in place to protect you? (in this situation assume they don't have a 'no refunds" policy that was expressed.

[BOAS_N_PYTHONS]

NAT THE BRAT:

Not sure on all the legal language but if you do your deal like this.

Write up a contract:

Add full details on the animals.
Add full details on the seller (name, address, phone number, website, email).
Add full information on you.
Add details such as how the deal started and what you and seller expect from it.
Add - clauses such as dissatisfaction and warranty due to shipping and arrival.
Add details on payment.
Add details on bank information from the seller.

Once this is all complete and you are happy how the contract is drawn up send it via email to the seller or buyer depending what your doing, get them to read it or and if they have some concerns address them fairly and respectfully. Once a final copy is drawn up and both agree to it, email it again and get them to say on the end of it "yes I agree - Joe Smith or any name".

Once they email you back and you read it over and see you both are happt start the completion of the deal with shipping and payment. Depending on the factors you put in the contract everything should be good now.

Remember the payment issue is up to you and the method you wish to pay as well, although not all do direct deposit anything other than that I consider not worth my time then. You can pay in cashiers cheque, personal check, credit cards, money order and even paypal with most, but I myself only do direct deposit because all the other system have some flaws in it. And I prefer less stress on a deal then complications after.

Each contract is different due to all the factors listed above but if you do it to the "T" if later the situation comes up that the deal is shady you have a written contract. Doing anything on the phone should also be added in on that contract like times called and when.

And last but not least - SAVE, SAVE, SAVE all the emails, letters, receipts, phone messages, chat interfaces and so on......only then with the contract and this saved information will you have the materials law enforcement and lawyers needs. Remember using hear say is worthless, only paperwork can guide you through the hassle.

What ever the seller/breeder have in there agreement like "no refunds, no warranty and so on" is simply that. So buyer beware because if they say it and you buy it, its pretty much a done deal and no changing your mind.....the judge will tell you that after you think you had a chance.

Hope this helps.

Cya...

Tony