Terms of Use

Effective Date: July 23, 2026

Welcome to the website of Tethered By Grace Inc. By accessing or using www.tetheredbygraceinc.org, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue use of this website.

About Tethered By Grace Inc.

Tethered By Grace Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the bond between dogs and people through education, advocacy, scholarships, community connection, and service dog resources.

The information provided on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only.

Use of Our Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not interfere with the operation of the website or the experience of other users.

You agree not to:

Violate any applicable laws or regulations.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website or systems.
Introduce viruses, malware, or other harmful technology.
Use our content in a misleading or deceptive manner.
Copy or reproduce website content without permission except as permitted by applicable law.

Educational Information

Tethered By Grace provides educational resources intended to help individuals make informed decisions regarding dogs, responsible ownership, ethical breeding, training, grooming, and service dog-related topics.

Our resources are not a substitute for professional veterinary, medical, legal, behavioral, or financial advice.

Always consult qualified professionals regarding your specific circumstances.

No Professional Relationship

Using this website does not create a veterinarian-client relationship, trainer-client relationship, attorney-client relationship, healthcare provider relationship, or any other professional relationship with Tethered By Grace Inc., its board members, volunteers, advisors, or contributors.

Service Dog Information

The information provided through our Guided By Grace program is educational in nature.

Tethered By Grace Inc. does not guarantee placement of service dogs, certify service dogs, provide legal advice regarding disability rights, or endorse any specific breeder, trainer, or organization unless explicitly stated.

Individuals remain responsible for evaluating programs, providers, and legal requirements applicable to their circumstances.

Scholarships

Scholarship opportunities, eligibility requirements, deadlines, award amounts, and selection criteria may change without notice.

Submission of an application does not guarantee funding or selection.

Scholarship decisions made by Tethered By Grace Inc. are final.

Donations

All donations are governed by our Donation Policy.

While every effort is made to honor donor designations, Tethered By Grace Inc. reserves the right to redirect restricted funds when necessary to fulfill our charitable mission, consistent with our Donation Policy and applicable law.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, all content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, photographs, educational materials, downloadable resources, page designs, and branding—is the property of Tethered By Grace Inc. or is used with permission.

You may:

View and print materials for personal, non-commercial use.
Share links to our website and publicly available resources.

You may not:

Republish or sell our content.
Remove copyright or branding notices.
Modify or distribute our materials for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

User Submissions

If you submit photographs, stories, testimonials, comments, or other materials to Tethered By Grace Inc., you represent that:

You own or have permission to share the content.
The content does not violate the rights of others.
The information is accurate to the best of your knowledge.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, you grant Tethered By Grace Inc. a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use submitted content in connection with our charitable mission, including on our website, social media, newsletters, and promotional materials.

Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites for educational purposes or as a convenience.

Tethered By Grace Inc. is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, products, services, or availability of third-party websites.

Accessing external websites is at your own risk.

Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its contents are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis.

Tethered By Grace Inc. makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding:

The accuracy or completeness of information.
Website availability or uninterrupted access.
Freedom from errors, viruses, or technical issues.
Results obtained from using the information provided.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Tethered By Grace Inc., its directors, officers, volunteers, advisors, partners, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from:

Use of this website.
Reliance on information provided.
Technical interruptions.
Third-party content or services.
Decisions made based on educational resources available through this website.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Tethered By Grace Inc., its directors, officers, volunteers, advisors, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your misuse of this website or your violation of these Terms of Use.

Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Use from time to time.

Changes become effective when posted on this page. Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any legal action arising from these Terms or the use of this website shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction located in Wisconsin, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:

Tethered By Grace Inc.

Website: https://www.tetheredbygraceinc.org

Email: contactus@tetheredbygraceinc.org

Thank you for visiting Tethered By Grace Inc. We appreciate your support of our mission to strengthen the bond between dogs and people through education, compassion, and community.