DePaul K9 Academy

Private In-Home Training Agreement

Please select your program and complete the training agreement below. Carol will receive a copy of your signed contract and will confirm your first session date.

Step 1 — Select Your Program

Full payment is due at or before your first session unless otherwise arranged with Carol.

Step 2 — Client & Dog Information

Please complete all required fields.

Client Name *

Client Email *

Client Phone *

Home Address *

Dog Name *

Breed *

Age *

Sex *

Spayed / Neutered? *

Emergency Contact Name *

Emergency Contact Phone *

⚠ Bite History Disclosure (Required)

Carol DePaul does not work with dogs that have a bite history. Failure to disclose known bite history voids this agreement and may result in immediate cancellation of services.

No — no bite historyYes — I will provide details below

Bite history details (if yes)

Primary Training Goals / Behavioral Concerns

Step 3 — Training Agreement

Please read all terms carefully before signing.

1. Program Overview

The client agrees to enroll their dog in the selected private in-home training program provided by DePaul K9 Academy. Carol DePaul will conduct structured training sessions at the client's home address and, where applicable, in real-world public environments on a mutually agreed schedule.

2. Owner Responsibilities & Follow-Through

The owner agrees to actively participate in all training sessions and to practice the assigned exercises daily between sessions.
The owner understands that consistent daily reinforcement between sessions is essential to the success of the program.
The owner agrees to follow all structure, rules, and guidance provided by the trainer throughout and after the program.
A responsible adult (18+) must be present for all training sessions.

3. No Guarantee of Results

DePaul K9 Academy does not guarantee specific behavioral outcomes. The results of this program are only as good as the owner's commitment to consistently applying the training methods and structure as instructed by the trainer — both during and after the program. Continued success requires daily reinforcement by the owner. DePaul K9 Academy is not responsible for regression in behavior resulting from inconsistent application of training after the program concludes.

4. Payment Terms

Full payment of the program fee is due at or before the first session unless a payment arrangement has been made in writing with Carol.
Accepted payment methods: Cash, Zelle, Venmo, or Cash App. Credit cards are accepted with a 3.5% processing fee.
Military discount (10%) is available for active duty, veterans, and first responders with valid ID.

5. Cancellation & No-Show Policy

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

6. Transfer of Training Records

Upon completion of the program, DePaul K9 Academy will provide the owner with a training summary including all commands taught, behavioral progress notes, recommended daily structure, and ongoing guidance. This documentation is the property of the client.

7. 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 training program. The client assumes full responsibility for their dog's actions at all times.

8. 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.

9. 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. Any modifications must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

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 Private Training 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 Private In-Home Training Agreement above. I understand this is a legally binding electronic signature.

Please select a program in Step 1 before submitting.

By submitting, you confirm all information is accurate and your typed signature is legally binding. Carol will receive a copy and will contact you to confirm your first session.