Lady Amos

This Dog-Human Companionship Contract ("Contract") is entered into on [Date], between [Your Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Human," and [Dog's Name], hereinafter referred to as the "Dog."

WHEREAS, the Human and the Dog wish to establish a loving and caring companionship founded on mutual respect, trust, and enjoyment of one another. NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:

1. HUMAN'S DUTIES:

a. Guardianship:

• Provide a safe and secure environment for the Dog, in and out of the home, protecting them from harm and ensuring their general security.
• Maximize the mental and emotional wellbeing of the Dog, taking ongoing measures to understand and treat anxiety, reactivity, lack of confidence, and other emotional unwellnesses.
• Care for the physical wellbeing of the dog including both routine and medical needs.

b. Leadership:

• Assume responsibility as the primary source of guidance that the Dog relies on to navigate life successfully.
• Coach the Dog and teach them any skills needed to ensure their adaptability and harmonious existence. This sometimes means prioritizing the Dog's long term success even in moments where the Human may be tired or have competing responsibilities or desires.
• The Human agrees to strive to be the best possible leader they can be, to understand the definition of responsible and loving leadership, and to seek continued learning and personal growth.

c. Companionship:

• To be a lifelong source of joy, trust, fun, attention, commiseration, comfort, company, connection, and friendship to the Dog. To share in the high and low experiences of life side by side with the Dog in mutual understanding and respect.
• The Human understands that negligence of the above roles prohibits their ability to be a good companion, as it fractures and undermines their Dog's ability to respect, trust in and depend upon the Human.

2. DOG'S DUTIES:

a. Attention, Respect, and Trust: Contingent on the Human's fulfillment of their duties, the Dog shall be attentive to the Human's requests, respectful of their boundaries, and shall trust the Human and allow them to make decisions in the best interest of the Dog. In other words, "Be a good dog"!

b. Limitation on Job Roles: Unless expressly requested otherwise by the Human, the Dog shall not assume roles of guardianship, hunting, herding, tracking, leading the pack, providing food for the family, or any other professional task. The Human shall be responsible for all such duties. The Dog's primary role is to be a Professional Best Friend and enjoy a relaxed, carefree life.

c. Professional Best Friend: The Dog agrees to be a loyal companion and friend, providing comfort and joy to the Human to the best of their ability, contingent on the Human's fulfillment of their duties as described in this contract.