DePaul K9 Academy

Initial In-Home Consultation Agreement

Please complete this agreement before your scheduled consultation. Carol will visit your home, meet your dog, and build a customized training plan.

Consultation Fee: $175

1-hour in-home session

Step 1 — Client & Dog Information

Please complete all required fields.

Client Name *

Client Email *

Client Phone *

Home Address *

Preferred Consultation Date *

Preferred Time *

Dog Name *

Breed *

Age *

Sex *

Spayed / Neutered? *

⚠ Bite History Disclosure (Required)

Has your dog ever bitten a person or another animal? Please note: Carol does not work with dogs that have a bite history. Failure to disclose voids this agreement.

No — no bite historyYes — I will provide details below

Bite history details (if yes)

Primary Behavioral Concerns / Goals *

How did you hear about DePaul K9 Academy?

Step 2 — Service Agreement

Please read all terms carefully before signing.

1. Consultation Overview

DePaul K9 Academy will conduct a 1-hour in-home consultation at the client's address. During this session, Carol DePaul will assess the dog's behavior, discuss the owner's goals, and develop a customized training plan. The consultation fee of $175 covers this assessment and plan development only and does not include ongoing training sessions.

2. Payment Terms

Consultation fee: $175
Payment is due at the time of the consultation.
Accepted payment methods: Cash, Zelle, Venmo, Cash App, or Credit Card (3.5% processing fee applies to credit cards).
Military discount (10%) available for active duty, veterans, and first responders with valid ID.

3. Cancellation & No-Show Policy

A minimum of 24 hours advance notice is required to cancel or reschedule your consultation.
Late cancellations (less than 24 hours notice) and no-shows will forfeit the consultation fee.
DePaul K9 Academy reserves the right to cancel or reschedule due to illness, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances.

4. Bite History & Safety

Carol DePaul does not work with dogs that have a confirmed bite history. If a bite history is disclosed after booking, the consultation will be cancelled and the fee will be refunded. The client agrees to ensure the dog is safely secured and under control at the time of the trainer's arrival.

5. Liability Waiver

The client acknowledges that dog training involves inherent risks. The client agrees to hold Carol DePaul and DePaul K9 Academy harmless from any injury, damage, or loss arising from the dog's behavior during or after the consultation. The client assumes full responsibility for their dog's actions at all times.

6. Video Coaching & Public Media Release

Educational Recording & Homework

The client agrees to participate in our video coaching program. This includes recording portions of live sessions for client review and requiring the client to submit 1–2 minute progress videos between lessons.

Public Media and Demonstration

DePaul K9 Academy creates educational content, before-and-after case studies, and training demonstrations for our website and official YouTube channel. By signing this contract, the client grants DePaul K9 Academy full permission to use footage of their dog's training sessions on these public platforms.

Privacy Guarantee

Private session footage and homework clips are used strictly for your instruction and public education. We will never sell your videos or private information to third parties.

By signing this agreement below, the client acknowledges and consents to the Video Coaching & Public Media Release terms stated above.

7. Governing Law & Entire Agreement

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Florida. This document constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior verbal or written communications.

Digital Signature

By typing your full legal name below and checking the confirmation box, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to all terms of this Consultation Agreement. Your typed name constitutes a legally binding electronic signature under the Florida Electronic Signature Act and the federal E-SIGN Act.

Type Your Full Legal Name (Digital Signature) *

I have read and agree to all terms of the Initial In-Home Consultation Agreement above. I understand this is a legally binding electronic signature.

By submitting, you confirm all information is accurate and your typed signature is legally binding. Carol will receive a copy and will confirm your consultation date and time.