Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 3, 2026

La Jolla Sit & Stay (“we,” “us,” or “our”), operated by Elena DuCharme, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our straightforward and privacy-first approach to collecting, using, and safeguarding information gathered through our website, LaJollaSitAndStay.com.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when contacting us via our website contact form, telephone, or email. This information may include:

• Your Name
• Your Email Address
• Your Telephone / Text Number
• Tentative dates of travel and details regarding your pets and home

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used solely to:

• Respond directly to your inquiries and note submissions.
• Discuss pet care and home stewardship requirements and schedule an in-home meet-and-greet.
• Provide firm quotes and manage approved pet and home sitting stays.

We never sell, rent, lease, or share your personal information with any commercial third parties or advertisers.

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We respect your privacy online. This website does NOT use Google Analytics, advertising tracking pixels, or non-essential marketing cookies. Only standard, technically necessary session cookies essential for website functionality may be utilized.

4. Spam Protection & Form Submissions

Our contact form uses non-intrusive honeypot spam protection. Submissions are transmitted directly to Elena DuCharme via secure email transmission and stored securely in our administrative portal as a backup for message delivery continuity.

5. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact:

Elena DuCharme
La Jolla Sit & Stay
Phone: (858) 401-0040
Email: hello@elenaducharme.com
La Jolla, California