Terms and Conditions Horse Sale
Auction Terms and Conditions – Horses
1. Organizer and Purchase Agreement
European Breeders Trust AG (hereinafter referred to as the “Organizer”) organizes the online and live auction and acts in the name and on behalf of the respective seller. The purchase agreement is concluded exclusively between the seller and the highest bidder. By participating in the auction – on site or online – the bidder acknowledges the following auction terms and conditions as binding.
All information regarding the auction horses is provided to the best of our knowledge. However, the Organizer assumes no liability for the accuracy of the information. Errors or misunderstandings do not entitle the buyer to withdraw, as buyers are given sufficient opportunity to inspect the horses.
2. Registration and Export
All horses offered at auction comply with the registration requirements of the World Arabian Horse Organization (WAHO). The buyer bears the costs of export documents and export fees.
3. Veterinary Examination and Health Certificate
Each horse is examined by a veterinarian before the auction and receives a corresponding health certificate. In the case of pregnant mares, an ultrasound examination is carried out; the result is noted in the certificate. A copy of the health certificate may be inspected before the auction. On the day of handover, each horse receives the required veterinary certificates for the destination country. The buyer bears the costs of these certificates as well as transport. The Organizer assumes no liability for later health complications, in particular not for miscarriages.
4. Currency
All bids are placed in euros (€).
5. Bidding Errors and Disputes
The Organizer is not liable for bidding errors. Any doubts regarding the validity of a bid must be communicated immediately. The Organizer reserves the right to reopen bidding – even after the purchase agreement has already been signed.
Disputes (e.g. equal bids, misunderstandings in the awarding of the lot, technical problems) shall be decided by the Organizer. This decision is final and binding on all parties. The Organizer may reject bids or auction Lot again. The auctioneer’s decision is incontestable.
6. Withdrawal by the Buyer
If the buyer does not confirm the purchase – e.g. by refusing to sign or revoking the confirmation of sale in the case of online bids – the horse may be auctioned again. The original buyer is liable for any shortfall in proceeds.
7. Purchase Price, Commission and Taxes
The purchase price consists of the hammer price and a commission of 9%, in each case plus the statutory value added tax (currently 19%).
Buyers with a valid EU VAT identification number will be reimbursed the value added tax, provided they can prove intra-Community transport. The prerequisite is that the export procedure begins in Germany and is completed within three months after full payment.
8. Transfer of Risk and Ownership
Upon the fall of the hammer, all risks and obligations pass to the buyer. From this point on, objections are excluded. The horses are sold in the condition in which they are presented. Claims must be asserted directly against the seller. The organizer assumes no liability in this regard.
Ownership of the horse passes to the buyer only after full payment of the purchase price.
9. Costs after the fall of the hammer
From the fall of the hammer, the buyer bears all incurred costs, including transport, accommodation, veterinary services, and hoof care. From this point on, the buyer is responsible for care and stabling until collection.
10. Payment
The purchase price is to be paid immediately after the purchase in cash or by bank transfer. The organizer is entitled to accept payments and to initiate legal action in the event of default in payment. The organizer is liable only in cases of intent or gross negligence.
11. Collection of the horses
The purchased horses must be collected no later than 31 October 2026. In the event of delayed collection, the buyer shall bear the resulting storage and care costs.
12. Handover
Handover shall take place only after full payment of the purchase price.
13. Transport
Upon request, transport can be arranged by the organizer. After full payment, return transport to the stable of origin will take place unless the buyer arranges their own transport. In this case, the horse must be collected no later than 27 September 2026, 5:00 p.m.
14. Program changes
The organizer reserves the right to change the auction procedure. This includes the right to auction horses jointly, separately, or not at all.
15. Insurance
Upon the fall of the hammer, all insurance coverage ends. Upon request, life insurance can be taken out through our partner Jarvis Insurance. Representatives will be available on site.
16. Governing law and place of jurisdiction
These auction terms and conditions and all claims arising from them shall be governed by German law. The place of jurisdiction is Kempten (Allgäu), Germany.
In the event of a legal dispute, the prevailing party is entitled to claim reasonable attorney's fees and court costs.
