Terms of Use

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Elbow Score Database ("the Database"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

Educational Purpose

The Database is provided for educational and informational purposes only. The content is intended to assist veterinary professionals and dog breeders in understanding elbow dysplasia screening data and making informed breeding decisions. The Database does not provide veterinary medical advice for individual animals.

No Veterinary-Client Relationship

Use of the Database does not create a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. The information provided should not be used as a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified veterinarian regarding any health concerns about your dog.

Data Accuracy and Limitations

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the Database contains inherent limitations:

• Statistics are derived from published registry data that may contain selection bias
• Prevalence estimates represent historical data that may not reflect current breed populations
• Breeding recommendations are general guidelines, not individualized advice
• Data may be incomplete for certain breeds or geographic regions

We make no warranties or representations about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information.

Use of Content

Content from the Database may be used for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes with appropriate attribution. You may:

• Share articles with appropriate credit and links to the original content
• Reference statistics in breed club publications or educational materials
• Use data for academic research with proper citation

Commercial use, mass reproduction, or incorporation into competing databases requires written permission.

Third-Party Data Sources

The Database aggregates data from multiple sources including OFA, BVA/KC, and national kennel clubs. These organizations retain all rights to their original data. Our presentation and analysis of this data does not imply endorsement by or affiliation with these organizations.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Elbow Score Database and its contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Your use of or inability to use the Database
• Any errors or omissions in Database content
• Breeding decisions made based on Database information
• Any other matter relating to the Database

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Elbow Score Database, its author, and contributors from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Database or violation of these terms.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page. Your continued use of the Database following any changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Scotland, United Kingdom, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Contact

Questions about these Terms of Use may be directed to [email protected].