Animal Policy and Owner's Assumption of Strict Liability
Rx is a dog-friendly facility. This is a privilege extended to Participants, and it is strictly conditioned upon the dog owner's or handler's ("Owner") unequivocal acceptance of the terms herein.
1. Assumption of "Owner and Keeper" Status: The Owner acknowledges that they have read and understand the Massachusetts strict liability dog bite statute, M.G.L. c. 140, § 155. The Owner agrees that at all times their animal is on Facility premises, the Owner is solely responsible for the care, custody, management, and control of the animal. As a material condition of being granted access, the Owner contractually agrees that they, and not Rx Strength Training LLC, shall be considered the sole "owner and keeper" of the animal for all purposes under the statute.
2. Strict Liability and Indemnification: The Owner accepts full, complete, and strict liability for any and all personal injury, property damage, or other harm caused by their animal, regardless of whether the animal has previously shown aggressive tendencies. The Owner agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Rx Strength Training LLC and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates ("Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, liabilities, lawsuits, losses, costs, or expenses of any kind, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or related to the presence or conduct of their animal on the premises. This indemnification obligation specifically includes, but is not limited to: Claims brought against the Released Parties by any third party (including other Participants, guests, or staff). Claims in which it is alleged that Rx Strength Training LLC is liable as a "keeper" of the animal under M.G.L. c. 140, § 155. All legal fees and costs incurred by the Released Parties in defending against any such claims.
3. Rules of Conduct: The Owner must adhere to the rules set forth in the "Facility Rules & Code of Conduct" section of this Agreement at all times.
By bringing an animal into the Facility, the Owner affirms they have read, understood, and voluntarily agreed to be bound by these terms, accepting all legal and financial responsibility for their animal.