Policies & Ethical Standards | Southeast K9s

Policies

Transparency • Ethics • Trust

At Southeast K9s, L.L.C., we believe that ethical, humane, and transparent practices are essential to building strong, lasting partnerships with our clients. Our policies ensure the highest standard of care for every dog and align with:

IAABC Professional Code of Ethics
LIMA principles (Least Intrusive, Minimally Aversive)
Best practices in canine behavior consulting

We encourage all clients to review these policies before booking services to understand your rights, responsibilities, and protections as part of working with us.

📜 Available Policies

  1. Code of Ethics & Professional Conduct →
    Our promise to uphold honesty, integrity, and evidence-based practices. Includes IAABC ethics, ongoing development, and responsible advertising standards.
  2. Service Agreement & Payments →
    Sliding-scale options, deposit timelines, and clear client-consultant expectations.
  3. Privacy & Confidentiality Policy →
    Data protection, de-identified success stories, and confidentiality compliance.
  4. Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy →
    Notice requirements, late fees, and flexible rescheduling options.
  5. Safety & Risk Management Policy →
    Risk assessments, aggression handling, and emergency safety protocols.
  6. Humane Training & Behavior Standards →
    Our science-based, LIMA-aligned approach prohibiting harmful tools and techniques.
  7. Veterinary Collaboration Policy →
    How we work with vets, behaviorists, and professionals for holistic care.
  8. Refunds & Satisfaction Policy →
    Eligibility for refunds, service credits, and ethical dispute resolution. Linked from Contact/Booking.
  9. Digital Services & Virtual Training Policy →
    Online consultation protocols, platform requirements, and privacy measures.
  10. Intellectual Property Policy →
    Proper use of our materials, handouts, and training content.
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