Data Protection & General Privacy Policy
TDT UK Last updated: [16/09/2026]
1. Who We Are
TDT UK is the data controller for the personal data described in this policy. Contact: carol@therapydogtraining.co.uk
We are registered with the ICO, our registration number is: CSN6881918
2. What Data We Collect
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Client details: name, address, phone number, email address.
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Dog details: name, breed, age, vaccination status, medical/behavioural history relevant to training.
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Payment information: processed via [payment provider]; we do not store full card details ourselves.
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Session notes: training progress, behavioural observations.
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Photos/video: only where separate consent has been given (see our Photo/Video Release).
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Referral/health information: where relevant to therapy or assistance work (e.g., from a GP, occupational therapist, or care institution), collected only with consent.
3. Why We Collect It and Our Legal Basis
4. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell personal data. We may share data with: - Our insurer, in the event of a claim. - Referring institutions (e.g., a care home or school), where the visit is arranged through them. - Payment processors, for handling transactions. - Regulatory or legal authorities, where required by law.
We do not transfer personal data outside the UK/EEA except where a service provider (e.g., cloud storage) operates under adequate safeguards; details available on request.
5. How Long We Keep Data
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Client and dog training records: [3 years] after the last session, for certification insurance and safeguarding purposes.
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Financial records: 6 years, per HMRC requirements.
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Marketing consent: until withdrawn.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to: - Access the personal data we hold about you. - Request correction or deletion of your data. - Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., for marketing or photo use). - Object to or restrict certain processing. - Complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been mishandled (ico.org.uk).
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email].
7. Children’s Data
Where sessions involve minors (e.g., assistance dog family training sessions, school or healthcare therapy visits), we only collect the minimum data necessary and with appropriate parental/guardian or institutional consent.
8. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including [password protection / limited access / secure storage via WIX, Constant Contact and Thinkific secure platforms. We only keep your contact details, the county you reside, your dog’s name, age and breed].
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time; the current version will always be available at Therapy Dog Training UK and TDT UK and Fun and Games Dog Training
TDT Canine Services UK Ltd | Company No. 12199362 | Summers Hill, Clarbeston, Pembrokeshire, SA63 4QZ www.tdtuk.co.uk | www.therapydogtraining.co.uk
