Terms of Service

Effective Date: July 29, 2026

Welcome to the Heartland Animal Rescue Team (HART) website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms of Service. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use this website.

About HART

Heartland Animal Rescue Team (HART) is a nonprofit animal rescue organization dedicated to rescuing, caring for, and finding loving homes for homeless animals. This website is provided to help educate the public, promote our services, facilitate donations, and provide information about adoptions, volunteering, and other programs.

Use of Our Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not interfere with the operation of the website or the experience of other visitors.

About HART

You may not:

Use the website for fraudulent or illegal activities.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems.
Upload malicious software or harmful code.
Copy, reproduce, or distribute our content without written permission, except where otherwise allowed by law.

Adoption Information

Information regarding adoptable animals is provided for informational purposes only. Animal availability, adoption requirements, and adoption fees may change without notice.

Submitting an adoption application does not guarantee approval or adoption of a particular animal. HART reserves the right to approve or deny any application based on the best interests of the animal.

Pet Surrenders

Acceptance of surrendered animals is subject to available space, the health and temperament of the animal, and HART's intake policies. Appointment requirements, fees, and surrender procedures may change without notice.

Donations

All donations made to HART are voluntary and support our mission of caring for homeless animals.

Unless otherwise required by law, donations are generally non-refundable. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us as soon as possible.

Volunteer Participation

Volunteers play an important role in our organization. Participation may require applications, interviews, training, and approval by HART. HART reserves the right to accept or decline volunteer applications at its discretion.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, photographs, graphics, logos, and design elements, is the property of HART or is used with permission and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.

You may not reproduce or use our content without prior written permission.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. HART is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of those websites.

Disclaimer

While we strive to keep all information accurate and up to date, we make no guarantees regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any information on this website.

All information is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, HART shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of or inability to use this website, including direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes become effective immediately upon being posted on this page. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any revised terms.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us.

Heartland Animal Rescue Team (HART)

Brainerd, Minnesota

Website: https://www.hartpets.org