Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Chinchilla Guide website ("Site"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Description of Service

Chinchilla Guide provides educational content, care guides, community resources, and adoption information related to chinchilla care. Our services include:

• Educational articles and guides
• Community event information
• Rescue and adoption spotlights
• Newsletter subscriptions
• Interactive care tools

3. User Responsibilities

When using our Site, you agree to:

• Provide accurate information when subscribing or contacting us
• Use the Site only for lawful purposes
• Not attempt to interfere with the Site's functionality
• Not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without permission
• Respect the intellectual property rights of Chinchilla Guide

4. Medical and Care Disclaimer

Important: The information provided on this Site is for educational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

• Always consult a qualified exotic animal veterinarian for medical concerns
• In emergencies, contact your veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately
• Care recommendations may vary based on individual chinchilla needs
• We are not responsible for any decisions made based on our content

5. Adoption Information Disclaimer

Adoption profiles and rescue information are provided for informational purposes. Chinchilla Guide:

• Does not directly facilitate adoptions
• Is not responsible for the accuracy of third-party rescue information
• Does not guarantee the health or temperament of featured animals
• Recommends conducting your own due diligence before adopting

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Chinchilla Guide or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright laws.

• You may view and print content for personal, non-commercial use
• You may not modify, copy, distribute, or use content for commercial purposes without written permission
• Article content may be shared with proper attribution and a link back to our Site

7. User-Generated Content

If you submit content to us (such as contact form messages or newsletter feedback):

• You grant us the right to use, modify, and display such content
• You represent that you own or have rights to the content
• You agree not to submit harmful, offensive, or illegal content

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for:

• The content or accuracy of third-party sites
• The privacy practices of third-party sites
• Any damages arising from your use of third-party sites

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Chinchilla Guide shall not be liable for:

• Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Loss of data or profits
• Damages resulting from your reliance on Site content
• Interruptions or errors in Site availability

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Chinchilla Guide from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or our interests.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
General inquiries: [email protected]