terms of service.

TERMS OF USE – BARKYARD

Last Amended: August 3, 2025

This website and any associated mobile applications (collectively, the “Digital Services”) are operated by 2615 Skidaway Rd LLC (“Barkyard,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our Digital Services. By using any part of the Digital Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you must stop using them immediately.

ADDITIONAL POLICIES & AGREEMENTS

These Terms incorporate by reference our Privacy Policy and any other terms or guidelines posted within our Digital Services. In case of conflict, the specific terms related to a particular feature (e.g. bookings, app features) will prevail.

REGISTRATION

To use certain features—such as booking services—you may register by providing accurate information like your name, email, phone number, and password. You agree to keep this information up to date. Barkyard may suspend or terminate your account for inaccurate data or breach of these Terms. You’re responsible for all activity under your account. Promptly notify us about any unauthorized use.

BOOKINGS

Online bookings may not be available for all services at all times. Schedule availability may change, and Barkyard makes no guarantee of availability. If an error in pricing or availability occurs, Barkyard may cancel your booking and issue a refund—your sole remedy.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Digital Services may integrate with third-party platforms (e.g. payment gateways, SMS providers) or link to external websites. Barkyard is not responsible for those external tools or services. Review their terms before use.

MODIFICATIONS & INTERRUPTIONS

Barkyard reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Digital Services without notice. We do not guarantee uninterrupted, error-free, or secure service.

YOUR REPRESENTATIONS

You confirm you are of legal age to enter a binding agreement and are not prohibited from accessing our Digital Services under any applicable law.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • Our services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties—express or implied—including merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Barkyard and its affiliates or service providers are not liable for any loss, injury, or damages arising from your use of the Digital Services, including lost data, profits, goodwill, or other damages.

  • If any liability is found unenforceable, Barkyard’s maximum liability will not exceed $100.

Some jurisdictions restrict warranty disclaimers or liability limitations; those local rules apply where relevant.

INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify Barkyard and its affiliates against claims arising from your misuse of Digital Services, violation of these Terms, or infringement of third-party rights.

USER FEEDBACK & CONTENT

Any feedback, suggestions, or user-submitted content you provide is non-confidential. Barkyard may use it without compensation.
You are solely responsible for any user content you submit. You retain ownership of your original content, but grant Barkyard a perpetual, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute it in any format without obligation.

USER CONDUCT

You must not use Barkyard Digital Services to submit content or conduct that:

  • Violates laws or cuts into others’ rights (privacy/publicity);

  • Is defamatory, harmful, harassing, hateful, or abusive;

  • Infringes third-party intellectual property;

  • Solicits private personal information;

  • Includes unauthorized advertising or malware;

  • Disrupts service or overloads infrastructure;

  • Impersonates someone or misrepresents affiliation;

  • Facilitates criminal or tortious behavior.

Barkyard reserves discretion to remove or refuse content violating these rules, without notice.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All content on Digital Services—logos, design, text, images—is owned by Barkyard or licensed to us. Unauthorized use is prohibited. Trademarks displayed are property of their respective owners and do not imply endorsement.

COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT (DMCA)

If you believe user-submitted content infringes intellectual property rights, please contact Barkyard’s agent with:

  • Your contact details;

  • Description of the copyrighted work;

  • Description and location of infringing content;

  • Statement of good-faith belief;

  • Statement under penalty of perjury;

  • Authorized signature.

Barkyard will respond consistent with DMCA, including terminating repeat infringers.

MOBILE DEVICES & SMS/MMS

If you enable text messaging interactions with Barkyard—appointment reminders, booking confirmations—carrier fees may apply. Messages are sent only with your consent.
We do not share your mobile opt-in data with third parties for marketing. Frequency varies. To stop messages, text STOP. For help, text HELP. Message/data rates may apply.

ARBITRATION

Any dispute arising from your use of the Digital Services will be resolved through confidential binding arbitration held in Savannah, Georgia, under the American Arbitration Association’s rules, using a single arbitrator. If the parties cannot agree, each selects one arbitrator, who then jointly pick a third. The arbitrator’s decision is final and enforceable in court.
Exception: Barkyard may seek injunctive relief in Georgia courts concerning intellectual property violations.

GOVERNING LAW & JURISDICTION

These Terms are governed by Georgia law (excluding conflict-of-law rules). Courts in Chatham County, Georgia, have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes not subject to arbitration.

COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS

You are responsible for knowing and following applicable laws in connection with using our Digital Services.

CHANGES TO TERMS

Barkyard may modify these Terms at any time. Updates are effective immediately upon posting. Continued use of Digital Services signifies acceptance of updated Terms. The revision date will always appear at the top.

SEVERABILITY & ASSIGNMENT

If any provision is invalid, it will be modified to reflect the original intent, while the remaining provisions remain in effect. Barkyard may assign these Terms to a successor in the event of a merger or sale.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT; WAIVER; TIME LIMIT

These Terms and any incorporated agreements constitute the entire understanding between you and Barkyard regarding the Digital Services. Barkyard’s failure to enforce any right is not a waiver. Any dispute must be filed within one year of it arising or will be barred.

APPLE USERS (iOS)

If you access our service through an iOS app, you acknowledge:

  • The agreement is between you and Barkyard, not Apple.

  • The app is licensed for your personal device and use only.

  • Barkyard is solely responsible for app content, support, and compliance.

  • Apple has no liability beyond refunding non-conforming apps.

  • You must adhere to Apple’s rules and eligibility requirements.