Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies (the “Website”).
Data Controller
Tessa Donkersloot trading as Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies
Scotland, United Kingdom
This Cookie Policy applies to all visitors and users of the Website.
1. What Are Cookies?
This Website uses cookies and similar technologies to distinguish you from other users and to help improve your browsing experience.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device, remember preferences, improve functionality, and collect information about how visitors use a website.
Cookies and similar technologies may collect and process certain information, including:
technical information (such as IP address, browser type, and device information);
approximate location data;
Website usage and interaction data; and
preferences and settings information.
Further information about how personal data is processed is available in our Privacy Policy.
We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:
a. ensuring the Website functions properly and securely;
b. improving Website performance and user experience;
c. analyzing Website traffic and usage patterns; and
d. where enabled, supporting optional social media, embedded content, analytics, or marketing-related features.
The Website may use both:
first-party cookies, which are set directly by us or our Website platform provider; and
third-party cookies, which are set by external service providers.
Third-party providers may include analytics services, payment providers, advertising partners, embedded content providers, and social media platforms. These providers may collect information regarding your interactions with the Website in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.
2. Types of Cookies
Cookies may be categorized in different ways depending on their purpose and duration.
2.1 Cookie Categories by Purpose
Strictly Necessary Cookies - Essential for the operation, security, and functionality of the Website. These cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie settings and do not require consent under applicable law.
Functional / Preference Cookies - Allow the Website to remember choices and preferences, such as language settings or saved preferences, to improve your browsing experience. These cookies may require consent.
Analytics / Performance Cookies - Collect information about how visitors use the Website, including pages visited, navigation behaviour, and errors encountered. These cookies help us improve Website performance and may require consent.
Marketing / Targeting Cookies - Used to track browsing activity across websites to provide relevant advertising or marketing content. Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies does not currently use targeted advertising cookies, although third-party services may place cookies where enabled.
2.2 Cookie Categories by Duration
Session Cookies - Temporary cookies which are deleted automatically when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies - Cookies that remain on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted.
2.3 Cookie Categories by Source
First-Party Cookies - Cookies set directly by Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies or our Website platform provider.
Third-Party Cookies - Cookies set by external services integrated into the Website, such as analytics providers, payment processors, embedded content providers, or social media platforms.
3. Cookies Used on the Website
3.1 Cookies Currently Used
The Website currently uses a limited number of cookies and similar technologies necessary for Website functionality, security, preferences, and basic performance monitoring.
The exact cookies used may change from time to time as the Website, platform providers, or integrated services are updated.
Cookie retention periods may vary depending on the type of cookie used. Some cookies are deleted automatically when your browser session ends, while others remain for a defined period unless manually deleted.
3.2 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation, security, and functionality of the Website and cannot be disabled through our cookie settings.
Type of Cookie - Purpose - Duration
Platform and session cookies - Enable core Website functionality, page delivery, checkout processes, and session management - Session and persistent
Security and CSRF tokens - Help protect forms, accounts, and Website functionality against fraudulent or malicious activity - Session
Cookie preference cookies - Remember your cookie consent preferences - Typically up to 12 months
3.3 Functional / Preference Cookies
These cookies help the Website remember preferences and improve user experience. These cookies may require consent where applicable.
Type of Cookie - Purpose - Duration
Preference and functionality cookies - Remember settings such as preferences, display settings, or similar user choices - Persistent
3.4 Analytics / Performance Technologies
We may use privacy-focused or aggregated Website analytics tools to help us understand general Website usage, performance, and visitor behaviour.
Where analytics technologies use cookies or similar tracking technologies that require consent under applicable law, these will only be activated after consent has been provided.
Type of Technology - Purpose - Duration
Analytics and performance technologies - Help us understand Website traffic, navigation patterns, and general Website performance - Session and persistent
3.5 Third-Party Services
The Website may integrate third-party services such as:
payment providers;
embedded content;
analytics providers;
social media integrations; or
customer contact tools.
These services may place their own cookies or tracking technologies subject to their own privacy and cookie policies.
We do not currently use targeted advertising or marketing cookies for behavioural advertising purposes. If this changes in future, we will update this Cookie Policy and, where required, request appropriate consent.
4. Your Cookie Choices
4.1 Cookie Consent Preferences
When you first visit Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies where required by applicable law.
You can update or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time by using the “Cookie Settings” link available on the Website where applicable.
4.2 Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through browser settings. Depending on your browser, you may be able to:
a. view cookies stored on your device;
b. allow, block, or delete cookies;
c. block third-party cookies; and
d. automatically clear cookies when closing the browser.
4.3 Browser Help Resources
For more information about managing cookies in your browser, you can visit:
Google Chrome Cookie Settings
Mozilla Firefox Cookie Settings
Apple Safari Cookie Settings
Microsoft Edge Cookie Settings
4.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality, security, or performance of the Website.
Certain features, including checkout functionality, account access, forms, and customer support features, may not operate correctly if essential cookies are disabled.
4.5 Do Not Track Signals
Some web browsers may offer “Do Not Track” settings or similar privacy controls.
Because there is currently no universally recognized standard for responding to such signals, the Website may not respond differently to “Do Not Track” requests.
5. Third-Party Services and Their Cookies
5.1 Squarespace Platform Services
The Website is hosted and operated using Squarespace. As a result, Squarespace may place cookies or similar technologies on your device in addition to those used directly by Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies.
These cookies may be necessary for:
Website functionality;
security and fraud prevention;
performance optimization;
customer account functionality; and
checkout and payment processing.
Further information regarding Squarespace’s use of cookies and personal data is available in:
Squarespace Cookie Policy
Squarespace Privacy Policy
5.2 Customer Accounts and Forms
Customer account registration, login functionality, contact forms, and certain Website features may be provided or supported through Squarespace and integrated third-party services.
Where such services are used, relevant service providers may process technical data, cookies, or related information necessary for the operation, security, and functionality of those services in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.
Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies remains responsible for personal data processed through the Website in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
5.3 Third-Party Websites and Services
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, embedded content, or external services.
Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies does not control and is not responsible for:
the cookie practices;
privacy policies;
content; or
security
of third-party websites or services.
Users should review the relevant privacy and cookie policies of any external websites or services they choose to access.
5.4 International Data Transfers
Some third-party services used by the Website may process information outside the United Kingdom.
Where personal data is transferred internationally in connection with cookies or similar technologies, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Further information is available in our Privacy Policy and in the policies of relevant third-party providers.
5.5 Embedded Content and External Features
The Website may include embedded content or external features provided by third parties, such as videos, maps, social media feeds, reviews, or payment services.
These features may place cookies or similar technologies on your device subject to the relevant third party’s own privacy and cookie policies.
Security and anti-spam services may also use cookies or similar technologies where necessary to protect the Website against abuse, spam, or malicious activity.
6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
6.1 Applicable Laws
Our use of cookies and similar technologies is governed by:
the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (as amended) (“PECR”); and
the UK General Data Protection Regulation (“UK GDPR”).
6.2 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies required for the operation, security, and core functionality of the Website do not require consent and may be placed automatically when you access the Website.
6.3 Consent for Non-Essential Cookies
Non-essential cookies and similar technologies, including functional, preference, analytics, and performance cookies, will only be used where required consent has been provided.
Consent is requested through the Website’s cookie consent mechanism when you first visit the Website.
You may withdraw, update, or modify your cookie preferences at any time through the “Cookie Settings” tool available on the Website where applicable.
6.4 Consent Records
Where required by applicable law, we may retain records of cookie consent preferences for compliance, audit, and legal purposes.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
changes to the Website;
changes to the services, tools, or technologies we use;
legal or regulatory developments; or
changes to our cookie practices.
Any updates will be published on this page together with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Where we introduce new cookies or tracking technologies requiring consent that are materially different from those previously used, we may request renewed consent through the Website’s cookie consent mechanism to ensure users can make an informed choice.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please contact:
Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies
Tessa Donkersloot trading as Wee Whiskers Pet Supplies
Website: www.weewhiskerspetsupplies.co.uk
Last updated 14/06/2026