Transport Contract

Thank you for your interest in our transportation service. Rest assured that your animals will receive exceptional care. Please feel free to contact us at any time-- before, during or after the scheduled trip. We will do everything possible to make this a positive experience for you and your animals.

The following agreement is being made between HOMESTEAD ALPACA TRANSPORT and:

CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Your Name:
Farm Name:
Primary Phone:
Mobile Phone:
Email:
Mailing Address:

SERVICE INFORMATION
Number of alpacas traveling:
Cost of transport service:
50% Deposit total:

PICK UP INFORMATION
Farm or Entity:
Address:
Contact Phone:

DELIVERY INFORMATION
Farm or Entity:
Address:
Contact Phone:

ALPACA INFORMATION
Name	Breed	Gender	Color	Markings/ID

Homestead Alpaca Transport uses a variety of vehicles, including a full-sized van, 16' and 36' trailers depending on the distance, number of animals and client needs. All methods carry your alpacas safely and in comfort. Our largest trailer has excellent ventilation with an insulated roof to avoid heat buildup. Security lights and surveillance cameras help keep a constant eye on the animals. Rubber kick boards and floors provide additional protection and a fold down ramp allows for easy loading and unloading. Secure partitions can be used to separate males and females or to divide by age groups. All vehicles are power washed and disinfected after each trip to assure the utmost cleanliness.

TRANSPORTERS RESPONSIBILITY

Provide transport service from the pick up point to the delivery location established in this contract. No pick ups or drop offs will be made on open roadways or areas which may put individuals, animals or vehicles at risk.
Include periodic stops and check points to assure alpacas are safe and adequately eating, drinking or nursing.
Make reasonable attempts to contact clients and inform them of any unforeseen delays or issues regarding their animals.

3.1 Every attempt will be made to stay on schedule and provide convenient service. However, weather, traffic patterns or unexpected circumstances can cause delays that our often beyond our control. Flexibility is expected in regards to pick up and delivery times.
3.2 Direct contact information to our driver will be provided.

CUSTOMERS RESPONSIBILITY

A 50% down payment is required with all contracts.
Contract must be paid in full prior to or at the time of delivery.
Acquire and submit all state health certificates and testing needed to travel from pick up location to final destination. Present CVI and copy of ARI to driver upon arrival. All CVI's must list proof of negative BVD testing for camelids.
Have animals haltered and ready to board upon arrival. Assure that each animal has a viable form of identification. (i.e. Microchip, ID chain, ear tag etc.)
Inform the transporter of any new changes to health condition a minimum of 24 hours prior to scheduled pick up. (Animals presenting unusual behavior or obvious illness at the time of pick up will not be boarded and owners will be responsible for the full transport fee.
Homestead Alpaca Transport is not an insurer and is not liable for any loss that may occur while using our service. All owners agree that his/her sole remedy in the case of death or injury to any alpaca is to seek reimbursement under the terms of the owner's personal initiated insurance policies.

6.1 In the case of any unusual incident or health issue, Homestead Alpaca Transport will attempt to notify the owner to determine appropriate course of action.

6.2 Unless an animal becomes ill during transport and requires immediate care, the driver will not administer any medications. Any specific medications must be given to the animal before boarding.
Regardless of the animals location at the time of pick up, a signature of the alpaca’s owner as indicated by ARI or similar document is required.
There will be a $50.00 charge for all cancellations made within 8 days of our scheduled departure.

I have read this transportation contract and accept the terms with Homestead Alpaca Transport