Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 June 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Yappy Paws Dog Grooming (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website, contact us, or book grooming services.

Who We Are

Yappy Paws Dog Grooming is a dog grooming business based in Chester, United Kingdom.

Contact:
Email: yappypaws@outlook.com

Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information

• Name

• Telephone number

• Email address

• Address where provided

• Appointment and booking details

Dog Information

• Dog name

• Breed

• Age

• Medical information

• Behavioural notes

• Grooming history

• Veterinary information where relevant

Website Usage Information

We may collect limited technical information such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Website usage statistics

This information may be collected using cookies or analytics technologies.

How We Use Information

We use personal information to:

• Manage bookings and appointments

• Provide grooming services

• Maintain welfare and grooming records

• Respond to enquiries

• Improve our website and customer experience

• Maintain business and legal records

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

Legal Basis For Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process information under lawful bases including:

• Contractual necessity

• Legitimate business interests

• Legal obligations

• Consent where applicable

Photography & Social Media

From time to time, photographs or videos of dogs may be taken for:

• Social media content

• Website use

• Marketing and promotional materials

Owners may opt out of photography usage at any time.

We will not intentionally publish personal customer information without permission.

Sharing Information

We may share limited information with trusted third-party providers where necessary, including:

• Website hosting providers

• Payment providers

• Booking or communication platforms

• Veterinary professionals in emergencies

• Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law

Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

Information may be stored securely in digital or paper form.

Data Retention

We only retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary for:

• Grooming records

• Customer communication

• Legal, tax, or insurance purposes

Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your information

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your information

• Withdraw consent where applicable

• Object to certain processing activities

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and analytics technologies to improve website functionality and monitor usage.

Please refer to our Cookie Policy for further information.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites or social media platforms. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Changes To This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page.

Contact

Yappy Paws Dog Grooming
Email: yappypaws@outlook.com