Bill of Sale (Animal)
The Bill of Sale (Animal) is a legal document in writing that covers the proposed sale or transfer of legal ownership of an animal or animals from a seller to a buyer for a particular sum of money or equivalent.
3.2 (5 reviews)
Last updated December 19, 2024
Under 5 minutes
Suitable for Australia
Written by
Edwin Montoya Zorrilla
Reviewed by
Damin Murdock
Document Overview
The Bill of Sale (Animal) is a formal legal document that summarises the terms of a proposed sale of an animal from a seller to a buyer. It will cover the contract details, followed by the legal terms of the agreement. It outlines the parties to the sale and when and how much the seller wishes to receive for the sale of the animal. The legal terms of the contract will include interpretation of the agreement, terms of the sale and sellers’ warranties and covenants. Also, this document provides for the exercise of waivers and severability of the agreement for the sale of the animal.
Use this Bill of Sale (Animal) if:
- There is an intention to sell or offer to sell an animal or animals
- You require record of transaction between parties
- You require transfer of ownership of an animal to a second party in exchange for a particular sum of money or equivalent
What does the Bill of Sale (Animal) cover?
- Buyer’s name and address;
- Seller’s name and address;
- Sale price;
- Particulars about the animal, i.e. breed, age, colour and animal registration number;
- Bank details of seller;
- Seller’s warranties and covenants;
- Inspection period before sale completion;
- Severability of agreement;
- Signatures of both parties;
- Witness name and signature.
Other names for Bill of Sale (Animal) include:
- Proof of purchase
- Proof of sale
- Receipt for purchase
- Purchase agreement
- Sale agreement
The Legal Risk Score of a Bill of Sale (Animal) Template
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- The document stipulates that the legal title of the animal will transfer on the effective date, which could potentially expose the buyer to risks related to the animal's condition or encumbrances unknown at the time of transfer.
- The agreement allows the buyer to cancel the sale if the inspection is unsatisfactory, but does not specify what constitutes an unsatisfactory inspection, leaving this open to subjective interpretation and potential disagreement.
- The seller's warranties are specifically limited to ownership and the absence of liens or hidden defects known to the seller, which may leave the buyer exposed to unforeseen issues post-purchase.
Bill of Sale (Animal) Checklist
Complete your free Bill of Sale (Animal) with our checklist
Ensure Proper Execution
Both parties should sign the document on the designated execution date to formalize the agreement.
Verify Payment Method and Amount
Confirm that the payment details and the total amount paid as mentioned in the document are correct and have been fulfilled.
Conduct Thorough Inspection
Arrange for the animal to be inspected by an independent consultant chosen by the buyer to ensure its condition meets the expectations set out in the agreement.
Legal and Jurisdiction Compliance
Review the governing law and jurisdiction clauses to ensure all legal requirements are met in the appropriate legal territory as specified in the document.
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