1. Core Principles

DAWG is built on four core principles:

1. Safety — Protecting youth athletes is our highest priority.

2. Respect — All users must treat one another with professionalism and courtesy.

3. Integrity — Users must act honestly and follow DAWG policies.

4. Professionalism — Trainers and Guardians must maintain appropriate conduct at all times.

Any behavior that violates these principles may result in account suspension or removal.

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2. Conduct Expectations for All Users

All users, including Guardians and Trainers, must:

• Communicate respectfully

• Avoid abusive, threatening, or harassing behavior

• Respect personal boundaries

• Use the Platform only for lawful purposes

• Follow all DAWG policies and local laws

• Report unsafe behavior when observed

DAWG maintains a zero-tolerance stance on harassment or inappropriate conduct.

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3. Messaging & Communication Rules

Messaging on DAWG must remain professional, safe, and appropriate.

Users must NOT:

• Send offensive, abusive, or threatening messages

• Use profanity toward Trainers, Guardians, or Dawgs

• Share sexually explicit or suggestive content

• Request personal relationships or make inappropriate comments

• Share personal contact information to avoid using DAWG

• Attempt to coordinate payments outside the Platform

• Discuss off-platform meetups without booking through DAWG

DAWG may monitor messaging for safety and policy enforcement.

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4. Trainer Conduct Standards

Trainers must:

• Maintain professional boundaries with minors

• Ensure all communication remains instructional and respectful

• Never contact Dawgs directly outside the Platform

• Show up on time and prepared

• Train athletes using safe, age-appropriate practices

• Refrain from using alcohol or drugs before or during sessions

• Maintain a positive, encouraging environment

Trainers must NOT:

• Engage in physical contact beyond what is required for safe instruction

• Engage in any inappropriate or suggestive behavior

• Train in unsafe conditions

• Misrepresent experience, skills, or certifications

• Show discriminatory behavior or favoritism

Violations may result in dismissal from the Platform.

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5. Guardian Conduct Standards

Guardians must:

• Be respectful to Trainers

• Ensure Dawgs are ready and supervised during sessions

• Communicate schedule needs clearly

• Provide accurate Dawg information

• Refrain from harassment, threats, or aggressive behavior

• Use the Platform for all scheduling and payments

Guardians must NOT:

• Request off-platform payments

• Attempt to negotiate pricing outside DAWG

• Make inappropriate comments toward Trainers

• Pressure Trainers into unsafe or unreasonable drills
   

6. Safety Expectations for Training Sessions

All in-person sessions must:

• Take place in safe, appropriate environments

• Use suitable equipment

• Follow proper safety procedures

• Occur at publicly acceptable locations (e.g., fields, gyms, parks)

• Maintain proper supervision of minors

DAWG strongly recommends that a Guardian or responsible adult remain accessible during all sessions.
 

7. Reviews & Feedback

DAWG encourages honest and constructive reviews.
Users must NOT leave reviews that are:

• False or intentionally misleading

• Harassing, abusive, or personal attacks

• Retaliatory or manipulative

• Containing private personal information

DAWG may remove reviews that violate these rules.
 

8. Prohibited Behavior

The following actions are not allowed on DAWG:

• Harassment or bullying

• Discrimination of any kind

• Hate speech

• Sexual content or references

• Physical intimidation or threats

• Fraudulent activity

• Sharing false information

• Attempting to bypass DAWG fees

• Failing to maintain professional boundaries

• Endangering a Dawg or Trainer in any way

Serious violations may result in immediate suspension.
 

9. Reporting Concerns

Users are encouraged to report:

• Safety issues

• Inappropriate behavior

• Suspicious or fraudulent activity

• Messaging violations

• Trainer or Guardian misconduct

Report concerns to:
support@thedawgapp.com

DAWG may take action including warning, suspension, or account removal.
 

10. Enforcement

DAWG reserves the right to:

• Issue warnings

• Temporarily restrict features

• Suspend accounts

• Permanently remove accounts

• Withhold payouts during investigations (for Trainers)

DAWG enforces policies at its sole discretion and prioritizes safety above all else.
 

11. Updates to These Guidelines

These Guidelines may be updated at any time.
Changes become effective upon posting at:
https://www.thedawgapp.com/guidelines
 

12. Contact

For questions regarding these Guidelines:

Bullware Solutions, LLC
Waco, Texas
Email: support@thedawgapp.com