Legal

Terms of Use

Please read these Terms of Use before using PetCareJP.

1. Agreement

By using PetCareJP (the "Site"), you are deemed to have agreed to all provisions of these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Site.

2. Site Content

All articles, images, data, and information published on this Site are provided for educational and reference purposes. While reviewed by pet specialists, they do not replace individual diagnosis or treatment. For health concerns relating to your pet, please consult your veterinarian.

3. Disclaimer

PetCareJP makes no warranty that information on this Site is accurate, complete, or up to date. We accept no liability whatsoever for any damage, loss, or outcome arising from actions taken based on information or content on this Site.

4. Copyright

All content on this Site — including articles, images, illustrations, and logos — is protected by the copyright of PetCareJP or its content providers. Users are permitted to view, print, and download content for personal use only. Commercial use, modification, redistribution, or republication is prohibited without explicit permission from the copyright holder.

5. External Links

Links to external websites on this Site are provided for convenience only. We accept no responsibility for the content, reliability, or continuity of external sites. Please follow each external site's own terms of use.

6. User Conduct

The following conduct is prohibited when using this Site:

  • Illegal acts or fraudulent activity
  • Infringement of third-party intellectual property rights
  • Harassment, threats, or defamation
  • Distributing spam, malware, or viruses
  • Unauthorised access to the Site or system attacks
  • Any other conduct that interferes with the operation of this Site

7. Comments & Submissions

Comments and form submissions made by users are managed in accordance with this policy. Inappropriate submissions may be removed without notice. Users bear legal responsibility for content they submit.

8. Accounts

Users are responsible for managing their own account information, passwords, and credentials. We accept no liability for unauthorised use or misappropriation by third parties. Please notify us immediately if you discover any unauthorised use.

9. Service Changes

PetCareJP reserves the right to suspend, modify, or remove Site functions with or without notice. The service may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance or security reasons.

10. Fees & Payment

Basic content on this Site is free. Should paid services be added in the future, separate terms will apply. Payment methods, fees, and refund policies for product purchases are detailed on the relevant product pages.

11. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes relating to these Terms or between PetCareJP and users shall be governed by the laws of Japan. In the first instance, we ask that you contact us so we can seek resolution through discussion.

12. Changes to Terms

These Terms of Use may be changed without notice. Updated terms take effect from the time they are posted on this Site. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

13. Service Provider

PetCareJP is operated from Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. For enquiries regarding these Terms, the Privacy Policy, or other services, please contact us at the details below.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be removed, and the remaining provisions shall continue to have full effect.

Last updated: 1 May 2026