Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 23, 2025
The Local Bark (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us through our website, phone, in-person interactions, and our booking platform (Gingr).
Information we collect:
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, and email address
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Pet Information: Pet name, breed, age, vaccination status, medical needs, and behavior details
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Payment Information: Credit card or other payment details (processed securely through our payment processor)
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Photos: Images of your pets, which may be used for identification and, with your consent, for social media or marketing purposes
How We Collect Information:
Information may be collected:
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Through online forms on our website or the Gingr booking platform
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By phone or email communication
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During in-person visits, check-ins, or events
How We Use Your Information:
We use your information to:
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Process reservations and payments
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Provide pet care services
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Maintain accurate pet records
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Communicate important updates or reminders
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Share pet photos (only of your pet) on social media, if permitted
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Improve our services and client experience
Information Sharing:
We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share limited information only when necessary to:
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Process payments securely through our payment processor
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Manage bookings and client records through Gingr
Both third parties maintain their own privacy and security policies.
Data Security:
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices:
You may:
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Request to review, update, or correct your information
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Request that we remove your information from our records, where legally permitted
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Decline to have your pet’s photos shared publicly
To make any of these requests, please contact us using the information below.
Third-Party Links:
Our website or booking system may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external websites.
Contact Us:
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
The Local Bark
3201 Fitzgerald Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742