Last updated: June 26, 2026. Welcome to jamiedolan.com (the “Site”). These Terms of Use & Disclaimer (the “Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Site. The Site is a personal, non-commercial blog operated by Jamie Dolan, based in Neenah, Wisconsin, United States. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
About This Site
jamiedolan.com is a personal blog sharing one person’s experiences, opinions, photos, and stories about pets, gardening, technology, photography, home projects, and everyday life in Wisconsin. Everything here reflects my personal views and is offered for general informational and entertainment purposes only.
Acceptance and Changes to These Terms
Your use of the Site constitutes acceptance of these Terms and of the Privacy & Data Use Policy, which is incorporated here by reference. I may update these Terms from time to time; when I do, I will revise the “Last updated” date above. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the revised Terms.
General Disclaimer — No Professional Advice
The content on this Site is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only and reflects my personal opinions and experiences at the time of writing. It is not professional advice of any kind and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice from a qualified professional. I make no representations or warranties about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or timeliness of any content, and information may be out of date. You use and act on the information on this Site entirely at your own risk.
No Medical, Veterinary, or Health Advice
Nothing on this Site is medical, veterinary, mental-health, nutritional, or other professional health advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition in humans or animals. Articles that touch on health, wellness, nutrition, supplements, natural or home remedies, pet care, animal nutrition, training, gardening chemicals, or do-it-yourself projects describe my personal experience and opinion only — they are not recommendations for your specific situation.
- For people: always consult a licensed physician or qualified health-care provider before making decisions about your health, diet, supplements, exercise, or medical care. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you read here. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.
- For animals: always consult a licensed veterinarian before changing your pet’s diet, supplements, medication, exercise, or care, or if your animal is ill or injured. Pet-care content here reflects what worked for my own pets and is not a substitute for professional veterinary care.
Any action you take based on information from this Site is strictly at your own risk, and I am not liable for any loss, injury, illness, or damage of any kind that may result.
Interactive Tools (Thyroid Journal and Others)
From time to time I offer free interactive tools on this Site (for example, the Thyroid Journal). These tools are provided for personal, informational, and self-documentation purposes only, on an “as is” and “as available” basis. They are not medical devices, do not provide medical advice or a diagnosis, and are not a substitute for professional medical care. Anything a tool shows is based on what you enter and is not verified or interpreted by any clinician. Do not start, stop, or change any medication, dose, or treatment based on a tool; always consult your healthcare provider, and in an emergency call your local emergency number (911 in the United States).
Each tool also displays its own full disclaimer and terms of use, which apply whenever you use it — for example, the Thyroid Journal’s Full Disclaimer & Terms of Use. How these tools handle the information you enter, including on-device storage and optional end-to-end-encrypted sync, is described in the Privacy & Data Use Policy.
“As Is” — No Warranties
The Site and all of its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, title, and non-infringement, as well as any warranty that the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Jamie Dolan, or any contributor to the Site, be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, exemplary, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising out of or relating to your access to or use of (or inability to access or use) the Site, any content on it, or any products, services, or websites linked from it — whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, and whether or not I have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Because some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain warranties or liability for certain damages, some of the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. In such cases, my liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Jamie Dolan from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.
External Links and Third-Party Content
The Site may contain links to, or embedded content from, third-party websites and services that I do not own or control. I provide these links and embeds for convenience and reference only. I am not responsible for the content, accuracy, policies, or practices of any third-party site, and the inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement. Accessing third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and policies.
Affiliate Links and Advertising
This Site may contain affiliate links (including Amazon) and may display advertising. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Full details, including the required disclosures, are in the Privacy & Data Use Policy.
User Submissions, Comments, and Conduct
If you post a comment or submit material (such as photos or stories), you are solely responsible for that content, you represent that you own it or have permission to share it, and you grant the license described in the Privacy & Data Use Policy for material offered for publication. You agree not to post anything that is unlawful, infringing, defamatory, harassing, hateful, obscene, deceptive, or that contains malware or spam.
I reserve the right, but assume no obligation, to monitor, moderate, edit, refuse, or remove any user content at my sole discretion, for any reason, without notice. Opinions expressed in comments are those of their authors and do not represent my views.
Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You agree not to: violate any applicable law or regulation; infringe anyone’s intellectual-property or privacy rights; attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site, its server, or any connected systems; interfere with or disrupt the Site’s operation or security; transmit viruses or malicious code; scrape, harvest, or collect data from the Site by automated means without permission; or use the Site to harass, abuse, or harm others.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, the original text, photographs, and other content on this Site are the property of Jamie Dolan and are protected by copyright and other intellectual-property laws. You may view and share links to the content for personal, non-commercial use, but you may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or create derivative works from the content without my prior written permission. Trademarks, logos, and brand names that appear on the Site are the property of their respective owners. If you believe content on the Site infringes your copyright, please see the DMCA & Copyright Policy.
Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by the Privacy & Data Use Policy, which explains what information is collected and how it is used and protected.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin and the applicable laws of the United States, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles. You agree that any dispute arising out of or relating to the Site or these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Wisconsin, to the extent permitted by law.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
Advertising
The games and tools on this site are entirely ad-free at this time. As the site grows, if circumstances require it, advertisements may be added to help cover hosting and bandwidth costs. Any such change will be reflected on this page.
Contact
Questions about these Terms? Email jamiedolan@gmail.com.