Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using PawBench (“the Site”), operated by Hilly Shore Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Site. We reserve the right to update these terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

2. Affiliate Disclosure

PawBench participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links and make a purchase through those links, at no additional cost to you. Retailers we work with include, but are not limited to, Amazon and other pet product retailers. Our editorial content and product rankings are not influenced by these affiliate relationships — we only recommend products we genuinely believe offer value to pet owners.

Prices and availability shown on this Site are for informational purposes only and may not reflect current conditions at the time of your purchase. Product prices can change frequently. Always verify pricing and availability on the retailer’s website before completing a transaction.

3. No Warranties on Accuracy

The content on this Site, including product reviews, comparisons, specifications, and pricing, is provided “as is” for informational purposes only. We strive to keep information accurate and up-to-date, but we make no warranties or representations, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of any information on the Site.

Product specifications, safety information, features, and performance may vary based on production batches, formula changes, firmware updates, and other factors outside our control. Pet dietary and health needs vary significantly between animals — we strongly encourage you to consult a licensed veterinarian before making decisions about your pet’s food, health products, or supplements, and to verify current safety information directly with manufacturers.

4. Intellectual Property

All original content on PawBench, including text, editorial reviews, graphics, logos, and site design, is the property of Hilly Shore Inc. or used with permission, and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this Site without our prior written consent.

Product images displayed on this Site may be owned by their respective manufacturers or retailers. We use these images for informational and comparative purposes under fair use principles. If you believe your intellectual property has been used improperly, please contact us and we will respond promptly.

5. User Conduct

By using this Site, you agree not to:

• Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations
• Scrape, crawl, or systematically extract data from the Site without prior written permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site or its backend systems
• Transmit any malware, viruses, or other harmful or disruptive code
• Misrepresent your identity or impersonate any person or entity
• Use automated tools or bots to interact with the Site in a way that disrupts normal operation or places undue load on our infrastructure
• Circumvent any technical measures we use to protect or operate the Site

6. Third-Party Links

PawBench contains links to third-party websites including retailers, manufacturers, and review platforms. These links are provided for your convenience. We have no control over the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of these external sites and accept no responsibility for them. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk and is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Hilly Shore Inc. and its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site or its content. This includes, without limitation, damages for lost profits, data loss, or purchasing decisions made based on information found on this Site.

In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims exceed the greater of (a) $100 USD or (b) the amount you have paid us in the past twelve months, if any. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

8. Disclaimer of Endorsement

Our product rankings and reviews represent the independent editorial opinion of PawBench and do not constitute an endorsement by any manufacturer or retailer. “Top Pick,” “Runner Up,” “Editor’s Choice,” and similar designations reflect our research and analysis at the time of publication and are subject to change as new products enter the market or existing products are updated.

We are not veterinary professionals. Content on this Site should not be construed as veterinary, medical, or nutritional advice for your pet. Always consult a licensed veterinarian for guidance specific to your animal’s health and dietary needs.

9. Governing Law

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising from these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in California.

10. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: