Poodle Breeding Privacy Policy

At Oodles & Poodles, we care deeply about your trust and your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in alignment with Michigan’s evolving privacy expectations and general best‑practice standards for responsible data handling. While Michigan does not yet have a comprehensive consumer privacy law in effect, we voluntarily follow the principles outlined in Michigan’s privacy guidance for handling personal information State of Michigan and the emerging standards described in the Michigan Data Privacy Act overview.

Our goal is simple: to treat your information with the same care and respect we give our puppies.

We may collect the following types of personal information when you interact with our website or contact us:

• Contact details such as your name, email, phone number, or mailing address
• Puppy inquiry information such as questions, waitlist requests, or application details
• Website usage data including IP address, browser type, and pages visited (via cookies or analytics tools)
• Transaction information if you place a deposit or purchase a puppy

We use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and provide puppy availability updates
• Process applications or deposits
• Improve website performance through analytics
• Send optional updates about litters, policies, or events (only with your consent)

Although Michigan does not currently enforce a statewide consumer privacy law, the state provides clear guidance on responsible handling of personal informationState of Michigan. Based on these principles and the structure of the proposed Michigan Data Privacy Act, we commit to:

• Collecting only necessary information
• Providing clear notice about how your data is used
• Allowing access or deletion requests when feasible
• Avoiding the sale of personal data — we never sell your information

We only share your information when necessary for business operations:

• Service providers such as payment processors or email platforms
• Website hosting or analytics partners
• Legal compliance if required by law

We do not share your information with third parties for marketing.

Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to improve functionality and understand visitor behavior. You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

In alignment with Michigan’s privacy guidance and emerging consumer‑rights standards, you may:

• Request access to the personal information we hold
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (unless needed for legal or transactional purposes)
• Opt out of communications such as email updates

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

We follow Michigan’s recommended practices for protecting personal information, including reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or loss.

Our website is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors without parental consent.

We may update this Privacy Policy as laws evolve, or our business practices change. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.