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Volunteer Waiver

Rules and Regulations  

  • You have the right to feel safe and can refuse work at anytime.
  • Our staff know the dogs, let them handle any situations that occur.
  • Ask questions.  Dog behaviour is complex.  Ask and you will learn.
  • We have the right to excuse you for any reason at any time
  • We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind
  • You see a dog poop, you pick it up.
  • Your picture or video may be taken and posted on social media
  • Getting knocked over, scratched, and bitten are risks in a daycare environment.  Take caution as to where the dogs are and bend at the knees when the dogs are racing.  If a dog goes to jump on you walk keep your hands in front of you and walk into them.  Pulling away causes most scratches.  Do not reach for or corner any dogs that are uncomfortable with you.  Let them come to you


WAIVER, AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY  

I have applied to volunteer at  Woof Pack K-9 Lifestyle Centre ("the Centre"), owned by  Woof Pack K-9 Lifestyle Centre Incorporated ("Woof Pack"), and my application has been  approved. In exchange for this approval, and as a condition of myself I hereby confirm and agree as follows:  

1. WAIVER OF LIABILITY  

I release and forever discharge Woof Pack, its officers, directors, members, employees, agents,  affiliates, volunteers, sponsors, insurance brokers and insurers, (collectively, “Representatives”  and individually a “Representative”), jointly and severally, from any and all claims against one  or more of Woof Pack and its Representatives, including, but not limited to, claims for any injury  or death arising from my attendance. This waiver, release,  and discharge applies to all legal rights, including those resulting from any negligence of one or  more of Woof Pack and any Representative.  

2. COVENANT NOT TO SUE  

I, for myself, my heirs, family members, personal representatives and assigns, hereby covenant  and agree not to sue Woof Pack or any of its Representatives, jointly and severally, for any  claims (including, but not limited to, claims for injury or death) arising from my attendance and  my dog's attendance at the Centre. This covenant not to sue applies to all legal rights, including  those resulting from any negligence of one or more of Woof Pack and its Representatives.  

3. ASSUMPTION OF RISK  

I understand and acknowledge that my attendance at a place of business  highly populated with dogs involves risks. Serious injury to myself can result from  many causes, including but not limited to aggressive dog behaviour, dog bites, dogs getting in  fights, uneven ground during agility and training courses, or canine-related infections, injuries, or  diseases. I understand that the Centre's property contains some uneven terrain and acknowledge  that I could potentially suffer any manner of accidental injuries on the property. Injuries to  myself or my dog could be minor, such as bruises, scratches and sprains; or major, such as eye  injuries, broken bones and concussions. I understand these risks. I, for myself, and for my heirs,  family members, personal representatives and assigns, assume all risks and full responsibility for  any injury or death arising from my attendance and my dog's attendance at the Centre. For certainty, I acknowledge and confirm that I have been informed and am fully aware of all risks  involved in my attendance at the Centre.  

4. INDEMNIFICA TION  

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Woof Pack and its Representatives, jointly and severally,  from any claims, costs, damages, and liabilities, including lawyer’s fees, arising from my  attendance attendance at the Centre. This duty to indemnify and hold harmless  Woof Pack and its Representatives applies even if one or more of Woof Pack and any  Representative is negligent.  

5. LEGAL ADVICE  

I know that I can talk to my legal advisor about this document and I have either done so or  declined to do so. I understand I have the right and have been given the opportunity to object to  and negotiate the provisions of this WAIVER, AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF  LIABILITY. I am freely and voluntarily signing this WAIVER, AGREEMENT AND  RELEASE OF LIABILITY and intend it to be an unconditional release of all liability to the  greatest extent allowed by law.  

6. MISCELLANEOUS  

This WAIVER, AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY is governed by the laws of  the Province of Nova Scotia, and I hereby irrevocably attorn to the jurisdiction of the Courts of  Nova Scotia. If any part of this WAIVER, AGREEMENT AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY is  held invalid, the rest of the provisions shall remain in effect.  

COVID-19 Waiver 

I attest that to the best of my knowledge, I do not have COVID-19 at the time of attending Woof  Pack, and I understand the risks of unknowing exposure to this and other illnesses by or to myself,  my family, other participants, and any third parties. I agree that I  will not knowingly expose others to any illness I may have or be at risk to have. I will follow all the  facility rules and requirements to reduce any exposure and possibility of contracting or spreading  the virus. I will also fully cooperate with and follow any Municipal, Regional, Provincial and  Federal guidelines. I understand if I do not fully comply with the guidelines regarding COVID -19,  I will be required to leave the facility with no claim of a refund.