Terms of Service

Welcome to Jane Bond’s Goldwater Kennels. By accessing or using our website and services, you agree to the following Terms of Service. Please read carefully.

1. Services Offered

We provide:

  • Purebred dog breeding with CKC-registered dams and sires

  • Professional grooming

  • Secure, licensed boarding services

These services are subject to eligibility, availability, breed bylaws, and temperament assessments.

2. Breeding Standards & CKC Compliance

  • All breeding stock must be at least 18 months old (bitches not beyond eight years), genetically health screened (e.g., hips, eyes, PRA/CNV) or have documentation thereof per CKC Code of Practice.

  • Breeding agreements are issued in writing for each stud or litter, including spay/neuter clauses and return policies (see FAQ).

  • We follow ethical practices: only planning litters with homes in mind, limiting litters per bitch, avoiding consanguinity, and rebating or taking back dogs when needed.

3. Health & Welfare Requirements

  • We conform to the Animal Protection Act (NS), giving suitable care and avoiding causing unnecessary harm.

  • Cosmetic procedures like tail docking and ear cropping are illegal in Nova Scotia since October 2018 and will not be practiced.

4. Boarding & Grooming Services

  • Appointments must be reserved in advance.

  • Boarding and grooming acceptance will be denied to dogs with contagious diseases and/or uncontrolled aggression.

  • We are supervised under provincial bylaws for breeding kennels. See current permits here.

5. Owner Responsibilities & Municipal Compliance

  • Owners are responsible and required to keep dog tags current and clean up after pets in public spaces as per the Nova Scotia Municipal Government Act.

  • Dangerous dogs, excessive barking, or running at large may result in refusal of services.

  • Please see our FAQ for more information regarding owner responsibilities.

6. Liability

  • While we exercise the utmost care, we are not liable for illness, injury, or loss due to pre-existing conditions, unforeseen incidents, or inter-dog aggression.

  • Services are rendered at the owner’s risk; we are not responsible for climatic or natural events.

7. Payments, Cancellations & Refunds

  • Payment is due upon service or per agreement terms.

  • Breeding deposits are generally non-refundable unless otherwise stipulated.

  • See FAQ for more information.

8. Privacy

We only collect personal data to deliver our services, communicate with you, or comply with CKC record keeping requirements. We do not sell or share personal information.

9. Website & Content Use

All website content (text, images, logos) is owned by us and protected under Canadian copyright laws. Permission is required for reuse.

10. Updates to Terms

We reserve the right to change these Terms at any time. Updates take effect when posted, with revised Effective Date.