Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, & Affiliate Disclosure

Terms of Service:

Welcome to DogProductPicker.com (“Website”), owned and operated by Dog Product Picker (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to all the Terms, please do not use our Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using any part of the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Dog Product Picker.

2. Eligibility

The Website is intended for individuals who are at least 13 years old. By using the Website, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years of age.

3. Use of the Website

a. Content

All content provided on the Website, including but not limited to articles, product reviews, dog breed information, images, and videos (“Content”), is for informational purposes only. We strive to ensure that all information is accurate and up-to-date; however, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information on the Website.

b. Personal Responsibility

You acknowledge that any reliance on the Content is at your own risk. It is your responsibility to verify any information before relying on it.

c. No Professional Advice

The Content is not intended to substitute professional veterinary, medical, or expert advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for specific advice tailored to your situation.

4. Affiliate Disclosure

We participate in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through links on our Website at no additional cost to you.

• Amazon Associates Program: DogProductPicker.com is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.
• Chewy.com Affiliate Program: We are also a participant in the Chewy.com Affiliate Program.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All Content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Dog Product Picker or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. Unauthorized use of the Content may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws.

6. User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful purpose.
• Transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, or otherwise objectionable.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website.
• Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful.

7. Third-Party Links and Resources

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We provide these links for your convenience only and are not responsible for the content, products, or services on or available from those websites or resources.

8. Disclaimers

a. General Disclaimer

The Website is provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

b. Product Reviews

Product reviews are based on our own opinions and research. We do not guarantee that the products will meet your expectations.

c. No Guarantee

We do not guarantee that the Website will be secure or free from bugs or viruses.

9. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall Dog Product Picker, its affiliates, or their respective directors, officers, employees, agents, or licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Website.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Dog Product Picker and its affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms.

11. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Website is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which is hereby incorporated into these Terms.

12. Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to breach of these Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut, USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

15. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration in New Haven County, Connecticut, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Dog Product Picker regarding the use of the Website.

18. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

• Email: ty@dogproductpicker.com

Privacy Policy

At Dog Product Picker (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website, DogProductPicker.com.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) such as your name and email address when you voluntarily submit it to us, for example, when you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a contact form.

b. Non-Personal Information

We may collect non-personal identification information about you whenever you interact with our Website. This may include the browser name, the type of computer or device, and technical information about your means of connection to our Website.

c. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the collected information for various purposes, including:

• To operate and maintain the Website.
• To improve customer service.
• To send periodic emails and newsletters.
• To respond to your comments or inquiries.
• To monitor and analyze usage and trends to improve your experience.

3. Third-Party Advertising and Cookies

a. Mediavine Programmatic Advertising

Our Website works with Mediavine to manage third-party interest-based advertising. Mediavine serves content and advertisements when you visit our Website, which may use first-party and third-party cookies or other tracking technologies.

i. Cookies and Data Collection

• First-Party Cookies: Created by our Website to remember your browsing activity and preferences.
• Third-Party Cookies: Created by domains other than our Website and used for behavioral advertising and analytics.

These cookies and tracking technologies (collectively, “Tags”) may be placed on your device to:

• Monitor interactions with advertising content.
• Target and optimize advertising.
• Compile information about your browsing habits.

ii. Types of Data Collected

When personalized ads are served, the following data may be collected using a cookie:

• IP Address
• Operating System Type and Version
• Device Type
• Browser Type
• Language Preferences
• Email Address (in hashed form)

iii. Mediavine Partners

Mediavine may share this data with its partners (“Mediavine Partners”), who may use the data to:

• Link to other information they have independently collected.
• Deliver targeted advertisements across your online experience.
• Create audience segments for interest-based advertising.

iv. Your Choices and Opt-Out Options

You can block cookies by adjusting your browser settings. For more information about cookies and how to disable them, visit All About Cookies.

Please note that rejecting cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Website. Rejecting cookies does not mean you will no longer see ads; however, the ads you see may be less relevant to your interests.

If you would like more information about this practice and to know your choices to opt-in or opt-out of this data collection, please visit National Advertising Initiative opt out page. You may also visit Digital Advertising Alliance website and Network Advertising Initiative website to learn more information about interest-based advertising. You may download the AppChoices app at Digital Advertising Alliance’s AppChoices app to opt out in connection with mobile apps, or use the platform controls on your mobile device to opt out.

For specific information about Mediavine Partners, the data each collects and their data collection and privacy policies, please visit Mediavine Partners.

b. Other Third-Party Advertisements

Ads appearing on our Website may be delivered by other advertising partners, who may set cookies. These cookies allow the ad server to recognize your device each time they send you an online advertisement. This information allows ad networks to deliver targeted advertisements they believe will be of most interest to you. This Privacy Policy does not cover the use of cookies by any advertisers.

4. Disclosure of Your Information

a. Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers to perform functions on our behalf, such as:

• Email Marketing: Managing email subscriptions and sending newsletters.
• Analytics: Monitoring and analyzing website traffic and user behavior.

These third parties have access to your Personal Information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

b. Legal Requirements

We may disclose your Personal Information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

c. Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your Personal Information is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your Personal Information stored on our Website.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to—and maintained on—computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ.

8. Your Rights

a. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:

• Access: You have the right to request copies of your Personal Information.
• Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
• Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your Personal Information.
• Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer your data to another organization.

b. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of Personal Information collected.
• Delete: Request deletion of your Personal Information.
• Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of your Personal Information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at ty@dogproductpicker.com.

9. Affiliate Disclosure

We are participants in the Amazon Associates Program and the Chewy.com Affiliate Program. These affiliate advertising programs are designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com, Chewy.com, and affiliated sites.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or change our Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Your continued use of the Website after we post any modifications constitutes your acknowledgment of the modifications.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at ty@dogproductpicker.com.