Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and store your data when you visit my website, make an enquiry, or book a dog training session with me.
By using my website or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
Who I am
My name is Megan Taylor, trading as MegsK9Training.
I am a self-employed dog trainer based in Ludgershall & Andover.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your data, you can contact me at:
📧 megsk9training@hotmail.com
📞 07518157178
Information I Collect
I may collect and process the following types of personal information:
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Your name, phone number, email address, and postal address
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Information about your dog (name, breed, age, behaviour, and training history)
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Booking and payment details (processed securely via my payment provider)
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Correspondence sent to me (emails, messages, or contact form submissions)
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Feedback or testimonials you choose to provide
I only collect the information that is necessary for me to provide my dog training services and manage client relationships effectively.
How I Use Your Information
Your personal data may be used for the following purposes:
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To respond to your enquiries and manage bookings
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To deliver training services tailored to your dog’s individual needs
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To send appointment reminders or updates about your sessions
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To process payments, invoices, and accounting records
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To maintain internal records for business operations and legal compliance
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To send marketing or promotional communications (only if you have given explicit consent)
I will never sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Storage & Security
I take your privacy seriously and keep your data safe using appropriate technical and organisational measures.
Your information is stored securely and only accessed by me.
I use trusted third-party service providers, such as:
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My website hosting platform
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My email and scheduling services
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My payment processing provider
All third parties I work with comply with GDPR and handle your information responsibly.
Any paper records are stored securely, and digital data is protected by passwords and encryption where possible.
How Long I Keep Your Data
I will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including:
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Providing dog training services
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Meeting legal, tax, or accounting requirements
After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymised.
Your Rights
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), you have several rights regarding your personal data. These include the right to:
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Access the personal data I hold about you
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Request corrections if any of your information is inaccurate or incomplete
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Request deletion of your data where appropriate (“the right to be forgotten”)
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Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact me using the details provided above.
Cookies
My website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience — for example, remembering preferences, enabling certain features, or collecting anonymous analytics.
You can choose to accept or reject cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the website.
Third-Party Links
My website may include links to external websites or social media pages. Please note that I am not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites, and I encourage you to read their privacy policies when visiting them.
