Health guarantee
Clear, written health terms that protect your puppy and set fair expectations.
Every puppy from Elite Canine Legacy comes with a one-year written health guarantee. This page explains what is covered, what you need to do to keep coverage valid, and how we handle concerns.
What our guarantee covers
Our health guarantee is designed to give families confidence that they are getting a healthy, well-bred puppy.
- A documented veterinary wellness exam before go-home day confirming the puppy is healthy at time of placement.
- Complete age-appropriate vaccination and de-worming records provided with every puppy.
- Written coverage for serious congenital or hereditary conditions diagnosed by a licensed veterinarian within the guarantee period.
- Direct breeder communication for questions, concerns, or guidance at any point after placement.
- Replacement or agreed resolution if a covered condition is confirmed with proper veterinary documentation.
How families keep coverage in good standing
The health guarantee is a shared commitment. These steps ensure your puppy stays protected.
- Schedule a veterinary wellness exam within 72 hours of arrival. This establishes baseline health under your vet's care.
- Follow the vaccination and prevention schedule recommended by your veterinarian.
- Maintain lean body condition and avoid inappropriate exercise during the growth phase.
- Feed a high-quality large-breed puppy food as recommended in your transition notes.
- Contact Elite Canine Legacy promptly if any health concerns appear.
- Provide veterinary documentation for any claim under the guarantee terms.
What is not covered
The guarantee is not an all-risk insurance policy. These exclusions are standard and help set fair expectations.
- Accidents, injuries, or illnesses acquired after placement that are not congenital or hereditary.
- Health problems caused by neglect, unsafe living conditions, or failure to follow veterinary recommendations.
- Parasites, infections, or conditions resulting from exposure after the puppy leaves our care.
- Elective procedures, cosmetic preferences, or non-health-related concerns.
- Conditions that result from feeding inappropriate diets or ignoring growth-stage exercise guidelines.