Privacy Policy for Protecting Personal Information
At Stanton Equine Veterinary Services, we are committed to protecting the personal information of our clients and users through all forms of communication, including SMS, email, and phone communications. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.
We may collect personal information from you when you:
- See us in person for an appointment
- Contact us via phone call or SMS messaging
- Complete a new/returning client information form
- Complete our online contact form or any of our forms provided via links
The types of personal information we may collect include:
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Email address
- Any other information you choose to provide
- Animal Information
- Information related to your appointment request (medical issue, etc.)
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To communicate with you regarding services, appointments, or client specific issues
- To respond to your inquiries or support requests
- To provide you with a personalized experience and timely communication
Communication Methods:
- SMS Communications: By opting in to receive SMS notifications, you consent to receive text messages related to your account, your upcoming or previous appointment(s), and/or patient care. Standard message and data rates may apply. SMS consent and phone numbers will not be shared with any third parties or affiliates.
- Email Communications: We may send you emails relating to your account, your upcoming or previous appointment(s), and/or patient care.
- Phone Communications: When you choose to contact us via phone, we may collect relevant information during the conversation for service purposes.
We implement reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, theft, or misuse. However, no system is perfectly secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. We do commit to our clients to never share or sell their personal information to third parties.
We may share your information with third parties only in the following circumstances:
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
- *SMS is not shared with any third parties
Stanton Equine Veterinary Services will not sell any information to any third party vendor, including phone numbers.
Terms of Service for SMS Communications
- A customer may choose to opt in or opt out of SMS at anytime. Our new client form also has the option to choose SMS messaging as a method of communication.
*Information obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties.
- SMS is used to communicate between office staff and customers.
- If you have consented to receive text messages from Stanton Equine Veterinary Services, you may receive text messages related to your account, your appointment, after-care instructions, follow-up questions, or a confirmation that your prescription order is ready.
*Standard Messaging Disclosures
- Message and data rates may apply.
- You can opt-out at any time by texting “STOP.”
For assistance, text “HELP” or email office@stantonequine.com
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes through our communication channels.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us through our website or by calling the practice at 403-869-8202 or 602-661-2205 .