Fairfield Clipping and Show Presentation
Terms & Policies
We Require:
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Payment of 25% of your quoted clipping service and travel costs within 24 hours of booking to secure your appointment. This is non-refundable & transferable at the clipper's discretion only.
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Your appointment form to be completed within 24 hours of booking, so that we have your details on hand.
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A THOUROUGHLY clean and dry horse ready for clipping. Read here for tips to prepare for your clip.
Horses must be scrubbed clean the day before / morning appointments to remove dirt, oils, dandruff, etc. -
A safe area to clip and tie the horse with access to power.
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Cover from wind is preferable - cover on rainy days is necessary to keep equipment, horse, and clipper dry.
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Access to lighting for evening appointments.
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A capable and competent handler to be available throughout the appointment.
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Full payment of services upon completion - cash or bank transfer.
By Booking You Understand:
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The behaviour, cleanliness, coat & skin health, and tolerance level of your horse will impact the quality of the clip, and may result in a reduced service.
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There is a risk that your horse may have a skin reaction to the tools and materials used. (Very uncommon).
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If your horse is not adequately cleaned a $25 dirty horse surcharge will be charged.
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If your horse is too dirty to comfortably & safely clip your appointment will be cancelled.
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If the appointment runs more than 15 minutes over the expected time due to the horse's behaviour, an
unclean horse, or lack of facilities an additional $15 for every 15 minute interval will be charged. -
The appointment may be cancelled at any time regardless of progress if the clipper feels there is a risk to themselves, the handler, or the horse.
Cancellations & Rescheduling:
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We require 48 hours or more notice in the event of your appointment needing to be cancelled. You may transfer your deposit to a new appointment if there is a suitable time available.
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If there has been less than 48 hours' notice provided, your deposit may not be transferred to a new date.
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If you are running 15 minutes or more late for your appointment, your appointment may be cancelled or services reduced depending on your clipper's schedule.
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If you need to reschedule your clip due to weather concerns, our regular cancellation policy will apply, so please stay up to date with the forecast.