Terms Of Service

Terms of Service for DogServ

Effective Date: 09.06.2025
Last Updated: 09.06.2025

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using the DogServ website located at https://dogserv.com/ (the “Service”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you disagree with any part of these terms, then you may not access the Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and DogServ (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Please read these Terms carefully before using our Service.

Description of Service

DogServ is a comprehensive platform dedicated to dog care, providing:

  • Expert advice on dog training, health, and wellness
  • Honest product reviews and recommendations
  • Digital products including guides, training materials, and resources
  • Print-on-demand merchandise related to dog care
  • Affiliate marketing partnerships with dog product retailers
  • Educational content and community resources for dog owners
  • Business directory of dog service providers (future feature)

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Service, you acknowledge that:

  • You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms
  • You are at least 18 years old or have parental consent to use the Service
  • You will comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • Any information you provide is accurate and current

User Accounts

Account Creation

To access certain features of our Service, you may be required to create an account. When creating an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain the security of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account

Account Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account information
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Ensuring your contact information remains current
  • Complying with these Terms while using your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activities.

Purchases and Payments

Product Sales

We offer digital products and print-on-demand merchandise. By making a purchase, you agree that:

  • All sales are final unless otherwise specified in our Refund Policy
  • Prices are subject to change without notice
  • You are responsible for applicable taxes and fees
  • Payment must be completed before product delivery

Payment Processing

  • Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors
  • We do not store credit card information on our servers
  • You authorize us to charge your payment method for all purchases
  • Payment disputes should be directed to us first before contacting payment providers

Digital Products

Digital products are delivered electronically and are subject to our Digital License terms. You acknowledge that:

  • Digital products are non-transferable
  • Access may be limited by technical requirements
  • We are not responsible for technical issues preventing download or access
  • No physical delivery is provided for digital products

Prohibited Uses

You may not use our Service:

  • For any unlawful purpose or to solicit unlawful activities
  • To violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations or laws
  • To transmit or procure sending of advertising or promotional material without our consent
  • To impersonate or attempt to impersonate the company, employees, or other users
  • To harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate
  • To submit false or misleading information
  • To upload or transmit viruses or malicious code
  • To collect or track personal information of other users
  • To spam, phish, pharm, pretext, spider, crawl, or scrape
  • To interfere with or circumvent security features of the Service

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by DogServ and are protected by:

  • Copyright laws
  • Trademark laws
  • Patent laws
  • Trade secret laws
  • Other intellectual property laws

User Content

By posting content on our Service, you grant us:

  • A non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content
  • The right to modify your content for formatting and display purposes
  • Permission to use your content for marketing and promotional purposes

You retain ownership of content you create but are responsible for ensuring you have rights to share it.

Trademark Notice

DogServ and related logos are trademarks of DogServ. You may not use our trademarks without express written permission.

Content and Conduct

User-Generated Content

Users may submit reviews, comments, and other content. You agree that any content you submit:

  • Will not violate these Terms or applicable laws
  • Will not infringe on third-party rights
  • Will be truthful and not misleading
  • Will not contain offensive, defamatory, or inappropriate material

Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

  • Monitor, edit, or remove any content
  • Suspend or ban users who violate content policies
  • Report illegal activities to appropriate authorities
  • Preserve content for legal proceedings

Directory Services (Future Feature)

Business Directory Overview

DogServ will offer a directory service listing dog service providers and businesses. This directory will help dog owners find local services while supporting businesses in the dog care industry.

Business Information Sources

Our directory information is compiled from publicly accessible sources including:

  • Business websites and official social media profiles
  • Government business registrations and licensing databases
  • Publicly available business directories and listings
  • Marketing materials and advertisements in the public domain
  • Professional association memberships and certifications

Directory Listing Terms

By operating a dog-related business that appears in our directory:

  • Public Information Only: We only use information that is publicly available
  • No Endorsement: Listing does not constitute endorsement by DogServ
  • Accuracy Disclaimer: We strive for accuracy but cannot guarantee all information is current
  • Business Responsibility: Businesses are responsible for maintaining current information

Business Owner Rights

If your business is listed in our directory, you have the right to:

  • Request Updates: Contact us to update or correct your business information
  • Request Removal: Ask for your business to be removed from the directory
  • Verify Information: Confirm that your listing information is accurate
  • Report Errors: Notify us of any incorrect or outdated information

Directory Use Restrictions

Users of the directory agree not to:

  • Use business information for spam or unauthorized marketing
  • Harvest contact information for commercial purposes unrelated to dog services
  • Misrepresent themselves when contacting businesses through our directory
  • Use the directory to harm, harass, or unfairly compete with listed businesses

Directory Disclaimers

Business Verification:

  • We perform limited verification of business information
  • Listing does not guarantee business licensing, insurance, or qualifications
  • Users should independently verify business credentials and services
  • We are not responsible for the quality or safety of services provided by listed businesses

Information Accuracy:

  • Business information is provided “as is” without warranty
  • Information may become outdated between updates
  • We are not liable for decisions made based on directory information
  • Businesses may change services, pricing, or availability without notice

For complete directory terms and business owner guidelines, see our Business Listing Terms page.

Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

Dog Care Information Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: The information provided on DogServ is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered professional veterinary, training, or behavioral advice.

You acknowledge that:

  • We are not licensed veterinarians, professional dog trainers, or animal behaviorists
  • Our content is based on general information and research, not specific to your dog
  • You should consult qualified professionals for specific dog health, training, or behavioral issues
  • We are not responsible for any harm, injury, or damage resulting from following our advice
  • Every dog is unique and may respond differently to training methods or products
  • Professional veterinary care should always be sought for health concerns

Service Disclaimers

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING:

  • IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
  • FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
  • NON-INFRINGEMENT
  • ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF CONTENT
  • UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR-FREE SERVICE

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, DOGSERV SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
  • LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES
  • DAMAGES RESULTING FROM YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE SERVICE
  • DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THIRD-PARTY CONDUCT OR CONTENT
  • DAMAGES RELATED TO DOG CARE ADVICE OR PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE SERVICE IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless DogServ and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of third-party rights
  • Your user-generated content
  • Your dog care decisions based on our information

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Service. By using the Service, you also agree to our Privacy Policy.

Affiliate Relationships

DogServ participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means:

  • We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through our links
  • Our product recommendations may include affiliate links
  • We strive to provide honest reviews regardless of affiliate relationships
  • Affiliate relationships are disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines

For complete details, see our Affiliate Disclosure page.

Digital License Terms

Digital Product Usage Rights

When you purchase digital products from DogServ, you receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • Download and use the product for personal use only
  • Access the content for your own dog care and training purposes
  • Print copies for personal reference (where applicable)

Restrictions

You may NOT:

  • Share, distribute, or resell digital products
  • Modify or create derivative works
  • Use products for commercial purposes without permission
  • Upload products to file-sharing or public platforms
  • Remove copyright or attribution notices

Termination of License

Your license may be terminated if you violate these terms, and you must delete all copies of digital products.

Termination

Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Fraudulent or illegal activities
  • Abuse of other users or our staff
  • Technical or security reasons
  • Business reasons at our discretion

Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using account deletion features.

Effects of Termination

Upon termination:

  • Your right to use the Service ceases immediately
  • We may delete your account and data
  • Outstanding payment obligations remain in effect
  • Digital product licenses are revoked
  • These Terms continue to apply to past usage

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Texas, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved in the courts of Harris County, Texas, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

Dispute Resolution

Informal Resolution

Before filing any formal dispute, you agree to first contact us to attempt informal resolution of any claims or disputes.

Arbitration

If informal resolution fails, disputes may be subject to binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration will be conducted in Harris County, Texas unless otherwise agreed.

Class Action Waiver

You agree that disputes will be resolved individually, not as part of a class action, collective action, or representative proceeding.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

  • We will post the updated Terms on this page
  • We will update the “Last Updated” date
  • We may notify you via email or website notice for significant changes
  • Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining Terms remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and other incorporated policies, constitute the entire agreement between you and DogServ regarding the use of the Service.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Email: hello@dogserv.com

Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours during business days.