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General Terms and Conditions

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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS of yellowtails

1. General Informations

  • The Service Provider offers premium canine behaviour therapy, positive reinforcement (R+) training, Fear-Free obedience training, stress-free and therapeutic pet sitting, as well as related consulting, training support, and online consultations in Hungary and internationally.

  • Services are provided exclusively at the Client’s home or online.
     

2. Professional Guidelines

  • The Service Provider applies only scientifically grounded, internationally validated, animal welfare-compliant techniques (LIMA, Fear-Free, R+).

  • The use of tools that cause pain, discomfort, or pose a risk of injury is strictly prohibited.

  • All therapeutic plans are tailored individually to the needs of each dog.
     

3. Services

  • Behaviour therapy, obedience training, pet sitting, dog walking, enrichment, socialisation, stress management, anxiety relief, online consultation, training support, advice, senior care tips, care for dogs with special needs, therapeutic walks, preparation for vet/groomer visits, etc.
     

4. Booking and Payment

  • Services can be booked via email or online form.

  • For pet sitting services of 3 days or more (i.e. longer than 36 hours), a deposit is required to finalise the booking, as follows:

    • 1 hour – 2 days (consecutive days): No deposit required.

    • 3 – 7 days (consecutive days): 25% of the total service fee as a deposit, payable within 24 hours of booking.

    • 1 – 4 weeks (consecutive days): 30% of the total service fee as a deposit, payable within 24 hours of booking.

    • 4 – 8+ weeks (consecutive days): 40% of the total service fee as a deposit, payable within 24 hours of booking.
       

  • The arrival of the deposit is a prerequisite for finalising the booking.
     

Important notice regarding the deposit:
Meeting the payment deadline is essential for securing your service appointment. If the deposit does not arrive within the specified deadline, we reserve the right to cancel the appointment or make it available to other clients. For smooth and uninterrupted administration, please ensure the deposit is paid by the specified deadline.
 

  • Service fees are to be settled via bank transfer; payment details will be sent by email.

5. Cancellation Terms and Fees

The following cancellation terms apply to all of my premium services, including Fear-Free training, pet sitting, behavioral therapy, obedience training, and all other services listed on my website www.yellowtails.co. The purpose of these terms is to provide transparent and fair conditions for both parties, as well as to protect against loss of income resulting from late cancellations.

  • Supplementary Provisions

    • The cancellation fee is calculated as a percentage of the gross fee for the entire ordered service.

    • Fees exceeding 100% may be applied in cases where the cancellation occurs on extremely short notice, resulting in significant loss of income or preparatory costs.

    • The cancellation fee is always calculated based on the price specified in the contract and valid at the time of cancellation.

    • Acceptance of the cancellation terms is automatic upon signing the contract.

  • Note

    • In order to ensure the premium quality of service and the seriousness of bookings, the above cancellation fees are strictly enforced. Please take these terms into consideration before finalizing your booking.

 

PET SIT DURATION

TIME OF CANCELLATION

CANCELLATION FEE
(% OF TOTAL PRICE)

1 day
-
long

1 week before 

0 %

3 days before

20 %

2 days before

50%

24 hours before

100%

2–7 days
-
long

1 week before 

0%

3 days before

50%

24 hours before

100%

1–3 weeks
-
long

2 weeks before 

0%

1 week before

30%

3 days before

100%

24 hours before

150%

3–4  weeks
-
long

3 weeks before 

0%

2 weeks before

50%

1 week before

100%

3 days - 24 hours before

150%

4+  weeks
-
long

5 weeks before 

0%

4 weeks before

30%

2 weeks before

100%

1 week before

120%

3 days - 24 hours before

150%

  • The cancellation fee is calculated as a percentage of the total service fee, based on the price valid at the time of cancellation.

     

6. Liability

  • The Service Provider always acts with the highest professional diligence, prioritising the safety and welfare of the dog.

  • The Service Provider is only liable for activities performed by themselves.

  • The Client is obliged to disclose all relevant information, including health status, medications, and behavioural issues, in advance.

  • The Service Provider does not assume liability for the outcome, duration, or prognosis of the therapeutic process.
     

7. Guarantee

  • No guarantee can be given regarding the duration or prognosis of therapy for a living animal with its own personality, as this would be contrary to professional and ethical standards.

  • The therapist’s aim is to provide the Client with a realistic overview of the expected time, effort, and financial investment, but due to the unique nature of each case, the process may differ from initial estimates.
     

8. Data Protection

  • The Service Provider treats all client and dog data confidentially and does not disclose it to third parties, except where required by law.
     

9. Final Provisions

  • These General Terms and Conditions form an inseparable part of the contract.

  • The Service Provider reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions, with prior notice to the Client.

  • Further use of the service is conditional upon the service fee being received by the specified deadline. Please pay particular attention to timely payment.

  • Adhering to the payment deadline ensures the service can be provided at the requested time.

  • Should you have any questions or difficulties regarding payment, please let us know in good time so we can assist you.

10. The Contract

  • Every pet and family is unique — so are our contracts. The sample below gives you an idea of what to expect. Once we define your needs, you’ll receive a fully personalized version.

  • You can view the sample agreement in English here: [link] and in Hungarian here: [link]

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