Surgical Release and Policies
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Surgical Release Introduction
I, the undersigned, hereby request Street Cat HUB to facilitate surgical spay/neuter.
I agree that each cat and kitten spayed/neutered, or deemed previously spayed/neutered, will have one ear tipped to ease recognition upon re-release unless other arrangements are explicitly made. I agree to pick up the cat(s) following surgery as directed. I understand that if I fail to pick up the cat(s) as requested by Street Cat HUB, the cat may be declared abandoned and will be handled as such.
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Microchip Policy
I declare under penalty of perjury that if I have any reason to believe these cat(s) are owned that I am properly authorized to present the cat(s) for the indicated surgery and treatments and/or release all authority and agency to Street Cat HUB to determine whether the cat(s) are legally unowned and therefore eligible for surgery & treatments. If I am not the registered owner of these cat(s), I release the authority to determine the best/rightful outcome for the cat(s) to Street Cat HUB. I understand that Street Cat HUB will scan the cat(s) for a microchip. If a microchip is found, Street Cat HUB will not perform further procedures unless the chip is unregistered or given permission immediately by the chip registrant.
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Anesthetic Risk
I recognize and understand the risks inherent to anesthesia and surgery, particularly for cat(s) that are pregnant, in heat, injured, sick, and/or have no medical history available. I understand that the cat(s) may not undergo a complete pre-anesthetic evaluation by a veterinarian. I accept the risks for any underlying health problem that would complicate recovery and/or survival from anesthesia and/or surgery. I consent for the veterinarian to use their discretion if Street Cat HUB cannot promptly reach the caretaker.
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Medical Decisions
I understand that any cat(s) presented as an “ear-tip cat” for free surgery is assumed unowned/free-roaming. If the cat(s) experiences an adverse reaction to anesthesia and/or surgery, is deemed by our veterinarian to be seriously ill and/or injured, or is unlikely to humanely survive if released to a free-roaming lifestyle, every reasonable attempt to contact the listed caretaker will be made before humanely euthanizing the cat. I permit euthanasia in advance for any and all “ear-tip” cat(s) that I present to Street Cat HUB, today or in the future, for free spay/neuter. By signing this Surgical Release Form, I give my authorization for euthanasia in this circumstance.
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Photography Policy
I grant Street Cat HUB, its representatives, and employees the right to take photographs and/or videos of my cats while at the clinic for surgery. I agree that Street Cat HUB may use such photographs and/or video of the cat(s) with or without my name and for any lawful purpose, including such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and Web content.
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Liability Policy
I agree to hold Street Cat HUB harmless should any cat(s) die before, during, or after surgery or experience complications not resulting in death. I agree to hold harmless and indemnify Street Cat HUB, its agents, officers, employees and/or volunteers, and any organization(s) with whom Street Cat HUB may partner and their associates from any losses, injuries, and damages to myself and/or to the cat(s) arising out of, or in any way connected to, the services requested or provided herein. This includes trapping, transport, treatment, sedation, vaccinations, surgery, recovery, the cat(s)’ release, etc.
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Bite Policy
To the best of my knowledge, I certify that this cat I am presenting to Street Cat HUB has not bitten anyone in the preceding ten days.
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Postoperative Care Policy
OWNED CATS ONLY
I agree to provide this cat with any and all follow-up care that may be needed after surgery. This may include, but is not limited to, seeking veterinary care for any postoperative complications related to or unrelated to spay/neuter surgery, as well as treatment and/or follow-up for any administered treatments and/or pre-existing conditions.