I (hereinafter “Owner”), am the legal owner or authorized agent of the dog described above. I hereby authorize South Paw Rescue, its agents, volunteers, representatives, and drivers (hereinafter “Transporters”) to transport the above-described dog to and from a scheduled spay/neuter appointment, including any necessary stops related to the appointment. I acknowledge and agree that: I am voluntarily allowing the Transporters to provide this transportation service. Transporting animals and the performance of veterinary procedures involves inherent risks, including but not limited to illness, injury, accidents, escape, or death, despite reasonable care and precautions. South Paw Rescue and its Transporters shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, damage, or other harm to the dog arising out of or in connection with transportation, except in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct as defined by South Carolina law. I release, waive, and forever discharge South Paw Rescue and its Transporters, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and volunteers, from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including attorney fees (“Claims”), known or unknown, arising out of or related to the transportation of the dog, to the fullest extent permitted by South Carolina law. I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless South Paw Rescue and its Transporters from any Claims made by third parties arising from or related to the transport of the dog. By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read and understand this Release; that I voluntarily agree to its terms; and that I intend for this Release to be legally binding.