Table of Contents
1. Definitions
'Treats Community' - We Work for Treats platform on Circle; a community and course platform for business owners.
'Memberships' - means the cost for each Membership Tiers in the Treats Community.
'Membership Tiers' - each membership option in the Treats Community: Kibble Krew, Cheese Club and Sardine Support
'Free Membership' - a Membership Tier (Kibble Krew) made available by us to you on an unpaid trial or free basis.
'Membership Term' - means the initial term for your membership to the applicable Membership Tiers, as specified on sign-up, and each subsequent renewal term (if any). For Free Memberships, the Membership Term will be the period during which you have an account to access the Free Memberships.
'Resource Library' - means all information, data text, messages, sound, video, images, handouts/documents that is gated material provided in the Treats Community. Gated by either email registration or paid memberships.
'Resource Library Term' - means the initial term for your Membership Term is the same as your Resource Library Term.
'Community Content' - means all content, including without limitation, language, data, information, text, documents, videos, and images, provided through or disclosed by use of the Treats Community, whether by us, our customers, or other users of the Treats Community. Community Content does not include Your Content.
'Coaching' refers to any 1-on-1 consultations with a We Work for Treats Trainer.
'You', 'your' or 'Customer' - means the person or entity using the Memberships or receiving Coaching and identified in the applicable account record (created a Circle profile), billing statement, and online membership process.
'Dog Parents' - means a person that carries legal ownership of a dog.
2. Access to the Treats Community and We Work for Treats Services
We will provide you access to use the Treats Community according to the terms of this Agreement. We may use third party service providers to provide some or all elements of the Treats Community. In order to access and use the Treats Community, you may be required to establish a username with a third party service provider, and you grant us the right to share the information necessary to enable your use of the Treats Community with our third party service providers.
You may not use a username that: (i) belongs to someone else, (ii) impersonates another person, (iii) is misleading, (iv) violates any intellectual property or other proprietary rights, (v) is vulgar or offensive, (vi) uses ‘Treats’ or 'We Work for Treats' as all or part of it, unless we provide express permission to do so, or (vii) we reject, which we may choose to do in our discretion. All information you provide in your profile must be accurate. If you believe your access to or use of the Treats Community has been breached, compromised, or unauthorized, notify us immediately at info@weworkfortreats.com.
Payment
Cancellations of Memberships
To avoid charges, cancellations must be done before your date scheduled for renewal based on your Membership Term.
Refunds
All memberships and services and products are non-refundable.
Rescheduling/Cancelling Coaching Sessions
Reschedules/Cancellations of Coaching Sessions will not be accepted 48 hours or less prior to a scheduled session. For those with a membership: Unused Coaching Sessions do not roll over each month. For those signed up for an Initial Training Package, expiry is one month from first originally signed up Initial Session. For those signed up for Separation Anxiety: missed assessments can't be rescheduled.
Your Conduct and Content
a. Usage Guidelines. You must review and follow the Community Guidelines (located in treats community - 'Starting Training Now': Welcome to the Treats Community). We may change the Community Guidelines from time to time by updating the applicable post. Your use of the Treats Community is subject to the Community Guidelines, which are incorporated to this Agreement by reference.
b. Acceptable Use. You will use the Treats Community for its intended purpose only, and will not use it based on Acceptable Use Policy (located in treats community - 'Starting Training Now': Welcome to the Treats Community). as stated, unless we otherwise agree. Your Content should typically relate to inbound best practices, the We Work for Treats products or their use.
The Treats Community is meant for public discussion, so you may not disclose or solicit anyone's private information or disclose confidential information. You are responsible for the use by third parties of any personal information disclosed by you to the Treats Community, whether or not you permitted such use. This means that no private or personal information should be exchanged within the Treats Community. Upon our consent, certain users may be permitted to include a link as part of their signature information, which another user may click to leave the Treats Community and obtain or share additional information. If you share your information by following one of these links, then you grant us the right to further share your information with trusted partners so that they may contact you about inbound marketing or sales service offerings.
You are not permitted to sell, rent, lease, assign, sublicense, distribute, transmit, broadcast, commercially exploit, grant a security interest in, or otherwise transfer any right in the Treats Community, Community Content, or Resource Library. In addition, and without limiting the other requirements in this Community, you may not (directly or indirectly) use the Treats Community with content, or in a manner that:
c. Suspension and Notice of Violations. We may immediately suspend use of the Treats Community, without notice, for actual or suspected violations of the terms contained in this Section 3 (Your Conduct and Content). If you know of usage that is in violation of this Agreement, please let us know by contacting us at info@weworkfortreats.com, and following the process for claims of copyright infringement described below.
d. Claims of Copyright Infringement. We respect the intellectual property rights of others, and we ask our users to do the same. We may, in its sole discretion, suspend the access or terminate the accounts of users who violate others' intellectual property rights. If you believe that your work has been copied in a way that constitutes infringement on our website, please email us: info@weworkfortreats.com
e. Our Use of Your Content. You grant to us all rights, licenses and permissions necessary to display, reproduce, disseminate, and otherwise use Your Content in connection with the Treats Community. We may edit or remove Your Content, or block or disable replies on a topic, at any time in our sole discretion. You also grant us the rights to re-use Your Content to market and promote We Work for Treats, such as on our website, in public or private presentations, press releases and interviews, or in connection with our sales and marketing and other publicity efforts. We will endeavor to work with you before re-using Your Content.
f. Are You a Pet Care Business Owner? Are you a business owner which operates as a dog training, dog walking, dog sitting, dog grooming, or veterinarian, but not limited to?
This community is for Dog Parents ONLY. If you operate a business that is in the Pet Care Industry, but not limited to Dog Training, Dog Sitting, Dog Walking, Dog Grooming, Veterinarian Practices; we ask that you come to the space as a Dog Parent, conducting yourself in the space as it pertains to the dog that you have legal ownership at the time of your Membership Term, and that the practices and coaching material in the Treats Community not be used in your own business.
4. We Work for Treats Proprietary Rights
You are not granted a license to any software by this Agreement. The We Work for Treats products are protected by intellectual property laws, they belong to and are the property of us or our licensors (if any), and we retain all ownership rights to them. We are in the process of trademarking a few products and will update this section when trademarks are made. We ask that you kindly not use any branded related phrasing out of good faith.
We encourage all customers to comment on the We Work for Treats products, provide suggestions for improving them, and vote on suggestions they like. You agree that all such comments and suggestions will be non-confidential and that we own all rights to use and incorporate them into the We Work for Treats products, without payment or attribution to you.
We retain all ownership rights in We Work for Treats trademarks (once trademarks are made). During the term of this Agreement, you may use our trademarks as long as you follow the usage requirements in this section and the incorporated guidelines. You must: (i) only use the images of our trademarks that we make available to you for use as part of your participation in the Community (e.g., customer advocacy badges), without altering them in any way; (ii) only use our trademarks in connection with this Agreement; and (iii) immediately comply if we request that you discontinue use.
You must not use any of our trademarks: (a) in a misleading or disparaging way; (b) outside the scope of this Agreement; (c) in a way that implies we endorse, sponsor or approve of your services or products; or (d) in violation of applicable law or in connection with an obscene, indecent, or unlawful topic or material.
We ask not to use any of our branding and images without permissions out of good faith.
This community is GATED (either by email or payment). We ask that no material that is exclusive to Treats Community be distributed to other Dog Parents that are NOT in the Treats Community.
Treats Members are not allowed to: a) modify or copy the materials; b) use the materials for any commercial purpose, or for any public display (commercial or non-commercial); c) attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on the We Work for Treats website and third-party software; d) remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials; or e) transfer the materials to another person or 'mirror' the materials on any other server.
Treats Members will have access to the Community and the Resource Library during their membership term. After the membership is terminated and/or you deactivate your profile you will no longer have access.
5. Third-Party Sites and Products
Third-Party Products and Third-Party Sites are not under our control. Third-Party Sites and Products are provided to you only as a convenience, and the availability of any Third-Party Site or Product does not mean we endorse, support or warranty the Third-Party Site or Product.
6. Privacy
When you interact with us via our website www.weworkfortreats.com, or use our third-party software (Teachable or Circle or Convertkit or Acuity), we may collect Personal Data and other information from you, as further described below.
When You Visit Our Websites
We collect Personal Data from you when you submit web forms (contact us form), or interact with our websites (subscribing to We Work for Treats newsletter - Convertkit), or sign-up for our Memberships (become a Treats Member - Circle), or access the Resource Library (become a Cheese Club or Sardine Support Member - Teachable), or book services (register for an event/workshop or book 1-on-1 coaching sessions - Acuity). We may ask for your email address, first and last name, and name of your dog. You are free to explore some of our websites without providing any Personal Data about yourself.
Account and User Information
We collect Personal Data when you sign-up for a We Work for Treats account, create or modify user information, set preferences, or provide any other related information to access or utilize our Treats Community. (as stated above: sign-up for our Memberships (become a Treats Member - Circle), or access the Resource Library (become a Cheese Club or Sardine Support Member - Teachable), or book services (register for an event/workshop or book 1-on-1 coaching sessions - Acuity)
Payment Information
We collect payment and billing information when you register for paid products or services. If you give us payment information, we use it solely as authorized by you in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
You may also provide payment information, such as a credit card number or bank account numbers, when purchasing products or services. We use secure third-party payment service providers (Stripe) to manage payment processing, which is collected through a secure payment process.
Customer Testimonials
We post customer testimonials and comments on our websites, which may contain Personal Data. We obtain each customer's consent via email or through other agreements between customers and HubSpot prior to posting the customer's name and testimonial. If we post a testimonial, we often will use an image of the dog, your first name and your dog's name, and the testimonial of course.
Data and Third Parties
We never sell personal data to any third party
Data and Minors
Treats Community is for people 18 years and older. If you believe that we have collected data on a child that is under the age of 18. Please contact us: info@weworkfortreats.com
Data Storage and Security
We use a variety of security technologies and procedures to help protect your Personal Data from unauthorized access, use or disclosure. All Personal Data is protected using appropriate physical, technical and organizational measures.
7. Terms and Termination
a. Term. This Agreement will apply for as long as you use or maintain a username for the Treats Community.
b. Termination and Suspension. We may terminate this Agreement and/or suspend your access to the Treats Community immediately if you: (i) violate any of the terms of this Agreement, (ii) use the Treats Community in a way which has or may negatively reflect on or affect us, our prospects, or our customers, or (iii) if we determine it to be necessary or desirable in our sole discretion. We are not obligated to provide you with any of Your Content used in connection with the Treats Community after termination. Termination or expiration of this Agreement shall not cause your subscription agreement to be terminated, if you have one.
8. Your Representations and Warranties
You represent and warrant that: (i) your participation in the Treats Community will not conflict with any of your existing agreements or arrangements, (ii) you have sufficient rights to share all Your Content with us for our use and with other users of the Treats Community, and that you are not violating any confidentiality obligations by submitting Your Content to the Treats Community, and (iii) that Your Content does not violate or constitute the infringement of any intellectual property right, right of privacy, right of publicity or other proprietary right.
9. Indemnification
You will indemnify, defend and hold us harmless, at your expense, against any third-party claim, suit, action, or proceeding (each, an "Action") brought against us (and our officers, directors, employees, agents, service providers, licensors, and affiliates) by a third party to the extent that such Action is based upon or arises out of (a) your use of the Treats Community, (b) your disclosure or solicitation of personal information, (c) any use of personal information that you disclosed, whether this use is by you or a third party, (d) your noncompliance with or breach of this Agreement, or (e) your use of Third-Party Products or Third-Party Sites. We will: notify you in writing within thirty (30) days of our becoming aware of any such claim; give you sole control of the defense or settlement of such a claim; and provide you (at your expense) with any and all information and assistance reasonably requested by you to handle the defense or settlement of the claim. You shall not accept any settlement that (i) imposes an obligation on us; (ii) requires us to make an admission; or (iii) imposes liability not covered by these indemnifications or places restrictions on us without our prior written consent.
Treat Community Members agree that you are and will be responsible for your conduct and the conduct of your dog and others accompanying you (including minor children) at all times. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless We Work for Treats, its directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers and other representatives , from any and all claims of injury (including death), loss, cost, expenses, or damage to persons, dogs, or property caused by the acts or omissions of you, your dog, and any other persons accompanying you, including any minor children, during the course of training or related activities, as well as by the conduct of your dog under your own care as a result of following training instructions. This provision applies whether the claims are made by you, members of your family, your accompanying guests, or third parties.
10. Release of Liability
Treats Community Member agrees that in consideration for being permitted to participate in dog training provided by We Work for Treats, and/or Participant, for himself/herself, and his/her heirs, next of kin, executors, and personal representatives (collectively, “Releasors”), assumes the entire risk associated with participating such an activity and waives, releases, discharges and covenants not to sue We Work for Treats, its directors, officers, members, managers, employees, agents, sponsors, organizers, volunteers or other representatives, their successors and/or assigns (collectively, “Releasees”), from any and all liability to Releasors for any loss, harm, damage, claim, injury (including death) or accident to the person or property of Member(s) and Member's dog, and any other persons accompanying Member while dog training, including any minor children, arising out of or related to participating in dog training with We Work for Treats even if caused by any negligent act or omission of Releasees. Nothing herein is intended to release Releasees from any harm, injury, claim or damage caused by intentional, wanton or reckless misconduct.
11. Assumption of Risk
Treats Community Members acknowledge that he/she/they is voluntarily participating in dog training provided by We Work for Treats with knowledge of the potential dangers. Members represent that he/she/they is the legal owner of the dog(s) identified upon registration. You acknowledge that dogs are unpredictable animals with their own will and drives, and therefore, regardless of training, handling or environmental circumstance, We Work for Treats cannot protect against every potential injury, risk or accident to you, to other persons participating in the training or on the property where the training is taking place, or to dogs. These may include dog attacks, dog bites, and the responsive actions and complications that arise from them, and you understand and acknowledge that such risks are inherent and cannot be eliminated. Upon sign-up the risk of participation in dog training is shifted onto you the Dog Parent; assuming all risk to yourself, your dog, and others accompanying you of your participation in dog training, including the associated risks of bodily injury, death or property damage while participating in the dog training and related activities in your own home or in a public space.
12. No Guarantees
Treats Community Members recognize the role you play in your dog’s learning process is integral to achieving desired results. Participants understand that We Work for Treats cannot guarantee that your dog will achieve the desired level of training, despite best efforts of We Work for Treats. Every dog is different, every guardian is different, and every environment is different. We strive to help owners reach their goals to the best of our abilities. Sometimes that can involve meeting our dogs where they are. We highly encourage that all our clients have the entire household (and anyone else involved in the care of the dog) be actively involved in the training plans. We will do our best to ensure that all the homework/missions will be tailored to everyone’s participation level, that aligns with the training goals for the dog. We are a team!
The Resource Library and other support provided in the Treats Community and on the We Work for Treats website are provided 'as is'. We Work for Treats makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties, including without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights. Further, We Work for Treats does not warrant or make any representations concerning the accuracy, likely results, or reliability of the use of the materials on its website or otherwise relating to such materials or on any sites linked to this site.
We Work for Treats can not guarantee improvement in your dog's behaviour with the behaviour modification plans presented in their Resource Library. The information presented are not tailored to individuals and their dogs. The methods, plans, and training are standardize procedures that might not be what is best for your dog.
13. General
a. Amendment; No Waiver. We may update and change any part or all of this Agreement. If we update or change this Agreement, the updated Agreement will be posted on Treats Community "The Community" tab. The updated Agreement will become effective and binding on the next business day after it is posted. When we change this Agreement, the "Last Modified" date above will be updated to reflect the date of the most recent version. We encourage you to review this Agreement periodically. If you do not agree with a modification to this Agreement, you should not use the Treats Community.
b. Applicable Law. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, without regard to the conflict of laws provisions thereof. In the event either of us initiates an action in connection with this Agreement or any other dispute between the parties, the exclusive venue and jurisdiction of such action shall be in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
c. Force Majeure. Neither party will be responsible for failure or delay of performance if caused by: an act of war, hostility, or sabotage; act of God; electrical, internet, or telecommunication outage that is not caused by the obligated party; government restrictions; or other event outside the reasonable control of the obligated party. Each party will use reasonable efforts to mitigate the effect of a force majeure event.
d. Relationships of the Parties. Both you and we agree that no joint venture, partnership, employment, or agency relationship exists between you and us as a result of this Agreement.
e. Correction of Errors and Inaccuracies. The Community Content may contain typographical errors or other errors or inaccuracies and may not be complete or current. We therefore reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions and to change or update the Community Content and Your Content at any time without prior notice. However, we do not guarantee that any errors, inaccuracies or omissions will be corrected.
f. Severability. If any part of this Agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable by applicable law, then the invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed superseded by a valid, enforceable provision that most closely matches the intent of the original provision and the remainder of this Agreement will continue in effect.
g. Notices. Notice will be sent to the contact address set forth herein (as such may be changed by notice given to the other party), and will be deemed delivered as of the date of actual receipt.
To We Work for Treats: 140 Curzon Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4M3B5
To You: your address as provided in our account information for you. We may give electronic notices specific to you by email to your e-mail address(es) on record in our account information for you. We may give notice to you by telephone calls to the telephone numbers on record in our account information for you.
h. Entire Agreement. This Agreement is the entire agreement between us for Treats Community and supersedes all other proposals and agreements, whether electronic, oral or written, between us. We object to and reject any additional or different terms proposed by you, including those contained in your purchase order, acceptance or website. It is the express wish of both you and us that this Agreement and all related documents be drawn up in English. We might make versions of this Agreement available in languages other than English. If we do, the English version of this Agreement will govern our relationship and the translated version is provided for convenience only and will not be interpreted to modify the English version of this Agreement.
i. No Third Party Beneficiaries. Nothing in this Agreement, express or implied, is intended to or shall confer upon any person or entity (other than the parties hereto) any right, benefit or remedy of any nature whatsoever under or by reason of this Agreement.
j. Community Guidelines. We may change the Community Guidelines from time to time by updating our website.
k. No Licenses. We grant to you only the rights and licenses expressly stated in this Agreement, and you receive no other rights or licenses with respect to us, the We Work for Treats products and services, our trademarks, or any other property or right of ours.
l. Authority. Each party represents and warrants to the other that it has full power and authority to enter into this Agreement and that it is binding upon such party and enforceable in accordance with its terms.
m. Health and Safety of Dog. During your Membership Term, Dog Parents confirm that the participating dog is physically fit and in good health.
n. Age of Use. Treats Community Members must be 18 years of age or older.
n. Survival. The following sections shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement: ‘We Work for Treats’s Proprietary Rights’, ‘Your Representations and Warranties’, ‘Indemnification’, ‘Release of Liability’, 'Assumption of Risk', 'No Guarantees', and ‘General’.
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