Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Apr 15, 2026

At Happy Stomps Dog Walking, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our clients, their pets, and visitors to our website, www.happystompsdogwalking.com. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, maintain, and protect the information you provide to us.

By using our website or booking our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personally Identifiable Information (PII): This is information you voluntarily provide to us
when you fill out forms, request a consultation, or register a client account. This may
include:

Your name, home address, and zip code (for service routing).
Your email address and phone number.
Emergency contact information.
Pet details (name, breed, medical history, behavioral notes, and veterinarian contact info).

Non-Personal Information (NPI): This is information automatically collected by your web
browser or mobile device when you interact with our website. It includes:

Your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
The pages you visit on our site and the time spent there.
Referring and exit website addresses.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to run our daily operations and ensure your pets receive the best possible care. Specifically, we use your data to:

Schedule, perform, and verify dog walking and pet sitting visits.
Send you real-time visit updates, photos, and notes about your dog.
Process invoices, payments, and booking confirmations.
Respond to your inquiries, service requests, or customer support needs.
Improve our website functionality and optimize user experience.
Comply with applicable legal, regulatory, or safety requirements.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses "Cookies" and similar tracking tools to personalize your browsing experience and analyze web traffic. A cookie is a small data file stored on your device.

We use cookies to remember your preferences and keep track of your client portal sessions.
We may utilize third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors interact with our site.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser settings; however, doing so may prevent you from utilizing certain features of our website or client portal.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy. We do not sell, rent, trade, or lease your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only under the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers: With trusted third-party platforms that assist us in operating our business (e.g., specialized pet-care scheduling software, website hosting, and secure credit card processors). These partners are legally bound to maintain the confidentiality of your data and are restricted from using it for any other purpose.
Legal Necessity: If required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority to investigate or prevent potential fraud, illegal activities, or safety threats.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of company assets, client information may be transferred as a business asset to the new entity.

5. Strict SMS and Mobile Data Protection

If you choose to communicate with us via text messages (SMS) for scheduling updates, booking requests, or urgent pet notifications, the following terms apply:

No Sharing of Mobile Data: Customer text messaging data, mobile opt-in data, and personal consent information will never be shared, sold, or rented to any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
Messaging Terms: By providing your phone number and explicitly opting in to receive text messages from Happy Stomps Dog Walking, you consent to receive service-related updates and notifications. Message frequency varies based on your schedule. Standard message and data rates may apply.
Opt-Out: You can reply STOP to any text message at any time to unsubscribe from mobile communications, or reply HELP for further assistance.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, alteration, or disclosure. Online data forms and client portals are encrypted using secure socket layer technology (SSL).

While we take rigorous steps to safeguard your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You retain full control over your personal data. At any time, you have the right to:

Access, update, or correct the personal and pet information stored in your account.
Opt out of receiving promotional emails or newsletters by clicking the "unsubscribe" link included at the bottom of our emails.
Request the complete deletion of your personal account data (subject to any retention requirements needed for outstanding invoicing or legal compliance).

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services and website are intended strictly for adults and pet owners. We do not knowingly collect or maintain personal information from individuals under the age of 18. If we learn that a minor has submitted personal information to us, we will delete it immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Happy Stomps Dog Walking reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory modifications. When updates are made, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact us:

Email: Happystomps@gmail.com
Phone: 781 405 0434
Website Contact Form: https://www.happystompsdogwalking.com/contact

Happy Stomps provides reliable dog walking that keeps dogs active, happy, and well cared for every day.