Legal Notice

Last updated: 10/20/2025

This Legal Notice governs the use of the Love Cat & Dog CIC website, our supporter contribution pages, and any related online or offline activities carried out under our registered entity.

By accessing or using our website, making a voluntary contribution, or engaging with our campaigns, you agree to this Legal Notice and our:


1. Company Information

Legal Entity Name: Love Cat & Dog CIC
Company Type: Community Interest Company (CIC), Limited by Shares
Company Number: 16793142
Registered Address: 71–75 Shelton Street, London, England, WC2H 9JQ
Email: helplovecat.dog@gmail.com
Jurisdiction: United Kingdom

Registrations & oversight:

  • Registered with Companies House

  • CIC status overseen under applicable UK CIC framework

  • Tax matters handled under HMRC requirements (as applicable)

View Company on the Official UK Government Register

Love Cat & Dog CIC is registered in the United Kingdom under the Companies Act 2006 and operates in compliance with applicable UK laws and relevant financial compliance standards.


2. Legal Structure and Asset Lock

Love Cat & Dog CIC is structured as a Community Interest Company with a legally binding asset lock, meaning:

  • Assets and funds are directed toward community benefit purposes;

  • Directors and shareholders cannot extract profits beyond what is legally permitted (e.g., fair compensation and capped distributions where applicable);

  • Any surplus is reinvested to further mission-aligned activities.

We are not a registered charity.


3. Voluntary Contributions (Support)

All funds provided through our website are voluntary contributions intended to support the project’s activities and partner initiatives.

  • Contributions are not charitable donations, and do not imply tax-deductibility.

  • Contributions do not provide ownership, control, or any financial interest in the organization.

  • We may provide supporters with informational updates, including monthly impact reporting (PDF), as part of our transparency practices. These updates are not a sale of goods and do not guarantee specific outcomes.

We reserve the right to allocate contributions according to operational priorities and program needs, while maintaining transparency and compliance with applicable UK rules for CICs.

Refunds are generally not offered except in limited situations described in our Refund Policy (e.g., duplicate payments, incorrect amounts, or unauthorized transactions where applicable).


4. Disclaimer of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by UK law:

  • We make no guarantees regarding specific outcomes, individual rescue cases, or the impact of any single contribution.

  • We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from use of our website or participation in our campaigns.

  • We strive for accuracy and reliability, but do not guarantee that content will always be error-free or uninterrupted.

Campaign messaging may include real stories and representative examples intended to explain the nature of the work, without guaranteeing a specific result in any individual case.


5. Compliance

We aim to comply with applicable requirements, including:

  • Companies Act 2006

  • UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018

  • Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)

  • Relevant CIC guidance (as applicable)

  • UK financial crime prevention and AML-related expectations (as applicable)

  • PayPal & Stripe acceptable use rules and related compliance obligations

All payments processed through PayPal and Stripe are subject to their respective user agreements and policies.


6. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services (including PayPal, Stripe, and analytics tools) to:

  • Process contributions

  • Secure transactions

  • Analyze website performance

These services operate under their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for the availability or actions of third-party platforms.


7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website—including text, images, videos, campaigns, and branding—is owned by Love Cat & Dog CIC or licensed for our use.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify any content without prior written permission. Use of our brand for misleading or deceptive purposes is prohibited.


8. Data Protection

We process personal data in accordance with UK GDPR and applicable data protection laws.

We do not sell supporter data to third parties for marketing purposes. Data is used only for operational, legal, and communication purposes related to our activities.

See our Privacy Policy for details.


9. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Legal Notice and all related policies are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect.


10. Updates and Modifications

We may update this Legal Notice to reflect:

  • Changes in UK law or guidance

  • Changes in operations or reporting practices

  • Requirements from payment processors or third-party services

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.


11. Contact

📩 Email: helplovecat.dog@gmail.com
📍 Registered Address: 71–75 Shelton Street, London, England, WC2H 9JQ
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🏢 Company Number: 16793142 — Love Cat & Dog CIC
🔗 View Company on UK Government Site