Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last Updated: January 2026
At APF Dog Training, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information when you contact us or use our services:
- Name and contact details (email, phone number)
- Information about your dog(s) for training purposes
- Location information for service delivery
- Payment information for processing transactions
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information:
- IP address and location data
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website information
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: To provide dog training services and communicate about appointments
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- Payment Processing: To process payments for our services
- Website Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve our services
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:
- Veterinary Professionals: With your consent, we may share information with your veterinarian for health-related training matters
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure data encryption
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access to personal information
- Confidentiality agreements with staff
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Training records and client information are typically retained for up to 7 years for legal and professional purposes.
6. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:
Access
Request access to your personal information
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate information
Erasure
Request deletion of your personal information
Restriction
Request limitation of processing
Portability
Request transfer of your data
Objection
Object to processing of your information
7. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage
- Cookie Management: You can control cookies through your browser settings
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
