When to Use a Livestock Bill of Sale
The Livestock Bill of Sale should be used any time livestock is being sold from a seller to a buyer. This includes private sales and auctions, and livestock includes many farm animals such as cattle, swine, sheep, goats, chickens and other farm animals. This form serves as a proof of purchase and indicates the who, what and when of the sale.
Important details included in the document are:
- Date of the Sale
- Seller’s Name & Address
- Buyer’s Name & Address
- Description of Livestock
- Number
- Color
- Kind
- Brand
- Weight
- Health
- Vaccinations
- Condition
- Any other relevant information
- Final Purchase Price
- Deposit (if necessary)
- Inspection Period
- Signatures & Dates of Buyer, Seller and any Witnesses
You may also want to have a Certificate of Acknowledgement from a public notary as additional insurance of the final sale terms. Copies of the bill of sale should be given to all parties to keep on record in case of disputes.