Privacy Policy “Data Protection Notice” for Border Collie HQ (bordercollieHQ.com) and Field Stone Border Collies LLC (fieldstonebordercollies.net)
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Introduction
Welcome to Border Collie HQ (bordercolliehq.com) and Field Stone Border Collies LLC (fieldstonebordercollies.net).
We are Border Collie HQ and Field Stone Border Collies LLC and you can access our page on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/fieldstonebordercollies.
You can access our website about page here: https://www.bordercolliehq.com/about/ and https://fieldstonebordercollies.net/about-contact/
You can contact us at; media@bordercolliehq.com
“We”, “us” and “our” on this page refer to Border Collie HQ and Field Stone Border Collies LLC.
This Privacy Policy “Data Protection Notice” outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
Your privacy is important to us. That’s why we’ve created this simplified privacy policy, to help you easily understand what we do with your information.
We will NEVER sell your details to anyone else, and we’ll NEVER spam you!
You can ALWAYS opt out of our communications, just by telling us.
Unless communicating with you via Facebook messenger, every non-transactional email we send includes an unsubscribe link in the footer.
We promise never to do anything “weird” with your information.
Information Collection and Use
Types of Information Collected: We may collect personal information like your name, email address, and other contact details.
We collect all the information you’d expect for our sites to operate correctly.
For email subscriptions, we collect the name and email address provided, as well as the signup & confirmation IP addresses.
For purchases, we collect the name, email address, postal address, and payment details provided, as well as your IP address.
For online consultations we may collect information in an “Intake Form” about you and your dog that are necessary to build a behavior plan for you and your puppy/dog.
For Breeder online consultations we may collect information about you, your dog(s), your business and information necessary to consult with you.
For support questions, we use the return email address to reply to the query, and possibly offer an email subscription.
We may also collect other aggregate information to improve our systems, such as server logs and email click counts.
Usage Data: Information on how the website is accessed and used may also be collected.
Purpose of Collection: The information is used to personalize your experience, improve our website, and communicate with you.
Secure Purchases
Your payment information is handled in the most secure manner possible.
All payment data is secured during the ordering process using encryption.
We NEVER permanently store your credit card details. Payment data is typically handled by our PayPal or Stripe.
Google AdSense and Cookies
Our website uses Google AdSense, which serves ads based on your visits to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
Cookies may be used by Google AdSense to collect data for personalization and measurement purposes.
You may opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ad Settings.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personally Identifiable Information to outside parties except for trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.
We may also release information when its release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies and procedures, or protect ours or others’ rights, property, or safety.
What we do with your information
We will use the information you provide to help complete the service you have asked of us.
For email subscriptions, we will use this data to send you the information you requested – such as puppy and dog information, breeder information or our regular newsletter.
For purchases, we will use this data to complete the order – such as sending out download links or physically mailing out a product.
If you have provided your telephone number to us, we may call you to check on your progress with you, your puppy/dog or breeding program progress, and maybe offer additional support.
If you have provided your mailing address, we may send you extra material that we deem relevant.
We aim for all our communications to be relevant. You can opt-out of any communication at any time simply by letting us know.
Data Security
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Third-Party Links
Occasionally, at our discretion, we may include or offer third-party products or services on our website. These third-party sites have separate or independent privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our website does not address anyone under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13.
Your Consent
By using our site, you consent to our website’s privacy policy.
Changes to our Privacy Policy
Any changes to our privacy policy will be posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions about the information we hold about you, you can contact us for more information.
We never collect or maintain information from those we know are under 18. Our sites and products are aimed at responsible adults, aged 18 or over.
You can read more about us at; https://www.bordercolliehq.com/contact/ and https://fieldstonebordercollies.net/about-contact/
If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us here;
Border Collie HQ and Field Stone Border Collies LLC
LFDM Disclosure:
Content and services provided by Sarah Hill Maddocks, Licensed Family Dog Mediator (LFDM), are offered for informational and educational purposes. Results may vary, and no guarantees are made regarding behavioral, training, or health outcomes. By using this website and participating in consultations or courses, you acknowledge and accept all risks, and releaseField Stone Border Collies LLC and Border Collie HQ from liability for any actions taken or consequences arising from the use of provided materials and advice.
Disclaimer:
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Generated: 5 October 2025: SHM.
Reviewed:30 October 2025: SHM.