Effective Date: September 14, 2026
 

Doc Jules the Vet ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.docjulesthevet.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit the Site, how we use and share it, and the choices available to you.
 

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
 
1. Information We Collect

Information you provide to us:

• Newsletter signup — When you subscribe to our mailing list, we collect your name and email address.

• Purchases — When you buy The Art of Dog Parenting or other merchandise through the Site, we (and our payment processor) collect information such as your name, email address, shipping address, billing address, and payment details necessary to process your order.

• Direct communications — If you email us or contact us through the Site, we keep a record of that correspondence, including any information you choose to share.
   

Information collected automatically:
 

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including your IP address, browser and device type, pages viewed, time spent on pages, referring website, and general location (city/region level).
 
2. Cookies and Analytics
 

We use cookies and analytics tools, including Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use the Site and to improve our content and offerings. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect standard internet log data and visitor behavior information. You can learn more about how Google handles this data at policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites, and you can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
 

Most browsers let you control or disable cookies through their settings. Disabling cookies may affect how parts of the Site function.
 
3. How We Use Your Information
 

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and fulfill orders for books and merchandise

• Send our newsletter and updates to subscribers

• Respond to questions, comments, and support requests

• Understand and improve how visitors use the Site

• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud or misuse of the Site

• Comply with applicable legal obligations
   

4. How We Share Your Information
 

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

• Service providers who help us run the Site and our business — for example, our payment processor, email marketing platform, web hosting provider, and analytics provider. These providers only receive what they need to perform their services and may not use it for other purposes.

• Legal and safety purposes — if required by law, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of us, our visitors, or others.

• Business transfers — if we're involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
   

5. Data Retention
 

We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer period is required by law (for example, tax or accounting recordkeeping for purchases).
 
6. Your Choices and Rights
 

• Newsletter — You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email we send.

• Access, correction, or deletion — You may contact us to request access to, correction of, or deletion of the personal information we hold about you.

• California residents — If you live in California, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, to request its deletion, and to opt out of its sale (we do not sell personal information). To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 10.
   

7. Children's Privacy
 

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.
 
8. Data Security
 

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
 
9. Third-Party Links
 

The Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
 
10. Contact Us
 

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

Doc Jules the Vet Email: info@docjulesthevet@gmail.com Website: www.docjulesthevet.com

 

11. Changes to This Policy
 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.