TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE 

Melfield Estate reserves the right to refuse service to any mare at any time, at its sole discretion.

The broodmare owner(s) or their authorised representative (hereafter referred to as "the Breeder") acknowledges that it is their sole responsibility to read, understand, and agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this agreement. The Breeder must ensure they are familiar with Melfield Estate’s current charges and conditions of service. All mares presented for service must be in sound health and suitable breeding condition. No amendments or additions to this agreement will be recognised unless formally agreed to in writing by both parties. Melfield Estate makes no warranty or representation regarding the fertility of its stallion, Captain Ahab, including but not limited to its ability to breed successfully or to cause conception.

 Multiple Mare Booking Discount of 25% per mare is available for clients booking multiple mares of two or more. To qualify for the discount, the required number of mares must each achieve a 42-day positive pregnancy test. All mares must be booked under the same client or legal entity. All Service Fees and Semen Transport Charges must be invoiced to the same client or legal entity named on the signed Stallion Service Agreement. All related invoices must be paid in full within the agreed trading terms. Any variation to these conditions is at the sole discretion of Melfield Estate and must be approved in writing prior to the first semen shipment.

The Breeder shall not be entitled to register any resulting foal with the relevant Harness Racing Authority until all monies owing under this agreement have been paid in full.

Payment of invoices issued by Melfield Estate must be paid within 30 days of the invoice date. Any amounts outstanding beyond the end of the month following the invoice date will incur interest at the rate of 1.5% per month, plus any associated recovery costs. If the mare has left the semen base and is due for pregnancy testing, she will be considered in foal as of the last service date, and the Breeder will be invoiced at 42 days post-service unless Melfield Estate is notified otherwise with a valid veterinary certificate confirming a negative pregnancy.

Melfield Estate, its agents, or affiliated service providers shall have the right to exercise a lien over the mare and/or progeny for any unpaid fees, including the power to sell the mare or foal to recover outstanding debts. Melfield Estate reserves the right to report unpaid accounts to the relevant Harness Racing Authority in the event that payment is not made.

The Live Foal Guarantee applies only to the Breeder named in the service contract and is strictly non-transferable. A return service will be offered if the mare slips the foal in the final trimester or is stillborn or dies within 7 days of birth, provided that: 1) Melfield Estate is notified by phone immediately, with time being of the essence, and 2) Written confirmation and a veterinary certificate are submitted within 14 days of the foal's death. All return services must be used in the breeding season immediately following the original service year. The Breeder is responsible for all associated costs, including semen transportation. The return service will be considered fulfilled upon confirmation of a 42-day positive pregnancy test, unless otherwise agreed in writing by Melfield Estate. The Live Foal Guarantee is void if the Breeder is found to have been negligent in the management or care of the mare