By visiting The Little Blue Coop Therapeutic Mini Farm (herein referred to as LBCTMF) I hereby accept any risks involved in participation, accept all liability, and will hold harmless LBCTMF for any damages to my property or injuries to my person or to my minor child(ren). This release of liability includes, but is not limited to, damages or injuries incurred during petting, feeding, or grooming animals.
I agree to abide by the precautions and safety instructions put into place by LBCTMF. I further understand that animal behavior can be unpredictable, and that interacting with animals carries certain inherent risks, but are not limited to:
Being bitten, trod upon, head-butted, dragged, or otherwise injured during direct contact with chickens, rabbits, sheep, pigs, cats, or other animals on site. Injuries can include, but are not limited to: eye injury, bruising, sprains, bone breakage, or death.
Bumping into, colliding, or otherwise making contact with farm equipment, objects, or persons in a manner that results in physical injury.
Certain animal-borne pathogens and zoonotic diseases, including but not limited to: E. coli, Cryptosporidium, and Salmonella.
I agree to mitigate the risk of damages or injury by following the safety rules as follows and ensuring that children under my care do so as well:
Empty pockets of all food. Food, drinks, and gum are not allowed in or near the petting area. Food may be consumed outside of pens once hands are washed.
Wear closed-toed shoes at all times.
Do not tease, poke at, or otherwise annoy the animals. If animals are behind fencing, do not stick fingers through or reach for animals without permission staff. Never put fingers in or near an animal’s mouth, and follow staff instructions for feeding.
If animals are hiding or running away, do not force interaction or attempt to chase them.
Respect safety barriers and follow all signage.
Wash hands thoroughly before and after interacting with animals. After touching animals, do not touch your face until hands are sanitized and/or washed.
By signing below, I agree to waive liability for damages or injuries.
