Auction Terms | Pet Breeder Hub

1. Scope

These Auction Terms ("Auction Terms") govern any auction, bidding, or marketplace features offered on petbreederdirectory.com and the Pet Breeder Hub platform (the "Platform"), operated by SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS. These Auction Terms are currently in development and will apply to all auction-related functionality once launched.

These Auction Terms supplement the general Terms of Service. In the event of any conflict between these Auction Terms and the general Terms of Service, these Auction Terms shall prevail with respect to auction, bidding, and marketplace features.

By participating in any auction, placing a bid, or listing an animal for auction on the Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Auction Terms.

2. Platform Role

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS acts solely as a venue that facilitates connections between buyers and sellers. SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS is not a party to any transaction conducted through the auction or marketplace features. SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS does not act as an auctioneer, broker, agent, or intermediary in any sale or purchase of animals.

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS does not transfer legal ownership of any animal, does not take possession of any animal at any point, and does not guarantee or facilitate the physical delivery or transport of any animal.

All contractual obligations arising from an auction or sale are exclusively between the buyer and the seller. SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS bears no responsibility for the performance, non-performance, or breach of any agreement between buyers and sellers.

3. Seller Obligations

By listing an animal for auction or sale on the Platform, sellers represent and warrant that they:

Are the legal owner of the animal or are duly authorized to sell the animal on behalf of the owner
Provide truthful, accurate, and complete descriptions of the animal, including breed, age, health status, lineage, pedigree, and any known medical conditions or behavioral issues
Hold all licenses, permits, and registrations required by applicable local, state, national, and international laws for the breeding and sale of animals
Comply with all applicable animal welfare laws, regulations, and industry standards
Do not misrepresent the health, lineage, breed, genetic testing results, or any other material characteristic of the animal
Will honor the terms of any completed auction, including the final sale price and any conditions stated in the listing

Sellers who provide false or misleading information may have their listings removed, their accounts suspended or permanently terminated, and may be reported to relevant authorities.

4. Buyer Obligations

By placing a bid or making a purchase on the Platform, buyers represent and warrant that they:

Are at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into a binding contract
Understand that all bids constitute binding commitments to purchase the animal at the bid price if theirs is the winning bid
Will complete payment in full and in a timely manner upon winning an auction or completing a purchase
Comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws regarding the import, transport, and ownership of animals
Are solely responsible for arranging and paying for the transport of any animal purchased through the Platform
Will conduct their own due diligence regarding the animal, including requesting veterinary records and verifying seller claims, prior to bidding

Failure to complete a transaction after placing a winning bid may result in account suspension, permanent ban, and any other remedies available under applicable law.

5. Bidding Rules

All bids placed on the Platform are binding commitments. By submitting a bid, you agree to purchase the animal at the bid price if yours is the winning bid. Bids cannot be retracted once placed except in limited circumstances as determined by SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS in its sole discretion.

The following conduct is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate account suspension or permanent ban:

Shill bidding: placing bids on your own listings or colluding with others to artificially inflate prices
Bid manipulation: any attempt to manipulate the bidding process, including the use of automated tools or scripts to place bids
Bid shielding: placing artificially high bids to deter other bidders, with the intention of retracting the bid before the auction closes
Fraudulent bidding: placing bids with no intention of completing the purchase

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right to cancel any bid, auction, or listing that it suspects, in its sole discretion, involves prohibited bidding conduct. Any accounts found to be engaged in bid manipulation of any kind will be permanently banned from the Platform.

6. Payment & Fees

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS may charge platform fees in connection with auction and marketplace features. All applicable fees will be disclosed prior to listing or bidding. SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right to modify fee structures at any time with reasonable prior notice.

All payments are processed through Stripe, our third-party payment processor. By making a payment through the Platform, you also agree to Stripe's terms of service and privacy policy.

Sellers will receive the proceeds of a completed sale minus any applicable platform fees and payment processing charges. Proceeds are disbursed according to the payout schedule published on the Platform at the time of the sale.

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right to withhold or delay disbursement of proceeds if it suspects fraudulent activity, a violation of these Auction Terms, or as otherwise required by applicable law.

7. Disputes Between Parties

Any disputes arising from transactions conducted through the auction or marketplace features are solely between the buyer and the seller. SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS is not a party to any such dispute and has no obligation to resolve, mediate, or adjudicate disputes between users.

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS may, at its sole discretion, offer optional mediation services to help facilitate dispute resolution between buyers and sellers. Any such mediation is voluntary and non-binding unless both parties expressly agree otherwise. If SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS elects to provide a decision in any mediation process, that decision shall be final and binding on both parties.

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or expense arising from or in connection with any dispute between buyers and sellers, regardless of whether SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS participates in mediation.

8. No Guarantees

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS makes no representations, warranties, or guarantees of any kind regarding any animal listed, sold, or purchased through the Platform. This includes, without limitation, no guarantees regarding:

The health, genetic condition, temperament, or life expectancy of any animal
The accuracy, completeness, or truthfulness of any listing, description, photograph, or other information provided by sellers
The identity, qualifications, reputation, or reliability of any seller or buyer
The outcome, completion, or satisfaction of any transaction
The legality of any transaction under the buyer's or seller's applicable local laws

Users participate in auctions and marketplace features entirely at their own risk. SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS strongly recommends that buyers conduct thorough independent due diligence before placing any bid or completing any purchase.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY OF SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE AUCTION AND MARKETPLACE FEATURES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL PLATFORM FEES PAID BY YOU TO SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, OR PARTNERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, DATA, ANIMAL VALUE, VETERINARY COSTS, TRANSPORTATION COSTS, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE AUCTION OR MARKETPLACE FEATURES, REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY.

You agree to fully indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS, its officers, directors, employees, agents, affiliates, and partners from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with: (a) your participation in any auction or marketplace transaction; (b) any dispute between you and another user; (c) your violation of these Auction Terms; (d) your violation of any applicable law; or (e) any claim by a third party related to an animal you have listed, sold, or purchased through the Platform.

10. Animal Welfare

All auctions, listings, and transactions conducted through the Platform must comply with all applicable animal welfare laws and regulations, including but not limited to laws governing the breeding, sale, transport, and importation of animals.

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to cancel, remove, or suspend any listing or auction that appears to violate animal welfare standards, including but not limited to:

Listings involving animals that appear to be in poor health, distress, or unsafe conditions
Listings involving species or breeds whose sale is prohibited or restricted under applicable law
Listings that promote or facilitate puppy mills, kitten mills, or other high-volume, low-welfare breeding operations
Listings that lack adequate health documentation or veterinary records

Users who are found to be in violation of animal welfare laws or standards may have their accounts permanently terminated and may be reported to relevant animal welfare authorities and law enforcement agencies.

11. Contact Information

For questions about these Auction Terms, please contact:

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS
161 rue de la Confrérie, 74500 Publier, France
Email: [email protected]
Website: petbreederdirectory.com