Last Updated: February 12, 2026
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This Cookie Policy explains how SOBS Pets ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website sobspets.com (the "Site").
By continuing to browse or use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your cookie preferences and browser settings. You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners valuable information about how their site is used.
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
Tiny graphic images (also called "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that help us understand your interaction with our emails and website.
HTML5 local storage allows us to store information locally in your browser, similar to cookies but with larger capacity.
We do NOT use browser fingerprinting techniques to identify you without consent.
We categorize cookies into four main types based on their purpose and function. You can control non-essential cookies through your browser settings or our consent tool.
These cookies are essential for you to browse our website and use its features. Without these cookies, services you've asked for (like shopping cart, account login, or security) cannot be provided. They are set in response to your actions and do not track your browsing on other sites.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
SOBS Pets | Maintains your session state across page requests. Essential for login, shopping cart, and form submissions. | Session |
csrf_token |
SOBS Pets | Security cookie that prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. | Session |
cookie_consent |
SOBS Pets | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we remember your choices. | 1 year |
cart_items |
SOBS Pets | Remembers the products in your shopping cart. | 30 days |
auth_token |
SOBS Pets | Keeps you logged into your account securely. | Session / 30 days (if "Remember Me" checked) |
session_limiter |
SOBS Pets | Prevents session fixation attacks and ensures session security. | Session |
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often, how users navigate, and if they encounter error messages. This helps us improve the performance and design of our Site.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics | Used to distinguish unique users and track sessions. Provides anonymous statistics. | 2 years |
_ga_* |
Google Analytics | Used to maintain session state and track page views. | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics | Used to distinguish users for analytics tracking. | 24 hours |
_gat |
Google Analytics | Used to throttle request rate - limits data collection on high-traffic sites. | 1 minute |
amp_token |
Google Analytics | Contains a token that can be used to retrieve a Client ID from AMP Client ID Service. | 30 seconds - 1 year |
clarity_id |
Microsoft Clarity | Analyzes user behavior, heatmaps, and session recordings (anonymized). | 1 year |
You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the official:
This add-on instructs Google Analytics JavaScript not to send information to Google Analytics.
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Facebook/Meta | Used by Facebook to deliver advertisement products and to track conversions. | 3 months |
fr |
Facebook/Meta | Contains browser and user unique ID for advertising targeting. | 3 months |
_pin_unauth |
Used to track conversions and provide relevant ad content. | 1 year | |
_gcl_au |
Google Ads | Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertisement efficiency. | 3 months |
IDE |
Google DoubleClick | Used for retargeting, optimization, and reporting of Google ads. | 1 year |
test_cookie |
Google DoubleClick | Checks if your browser supports cookies. | 15 minutes |
personalization_id |
Twitter/X | Used to track ad conversions and provide tailored advertising. | 2 years |
You can opt-out of targeted advertising through these industry programs:
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
pet_type_pref |
SOBS Pets | Remembers whether you primarily shop for dogs or cats, showing relevant products first. | 30 days |
assessment_history |
SOBS Pets | Stores your previous health assessment selections to streamline future assessments. | 90 days |
language_pref |
SOBS Pets | Saves your preferred language for website content. | 1 year |
recently_viewed |
SOBS Pets | Shows you products you've recently viewed to help you find them again. | 7 days |
video_volume |
SOBS Pets | Remembers your preferred volume level for embedded videos. | Persistent |
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. These third parties may use cookies for their own purposes, such as analytics, advertising, or embedded content.
CalOPPA requires us to disclose how we respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals. We are committed to transparency.
SOBS Pets honors Do Not Track signals. When your browser sends a DNT signal, we automatically disable all non-essential cookies, including analytics, marketing, and preference cookies. Only essential cookies necessary for basic website functionality will be set.
Do Not Track is a preference you can set in your web browser to inform websites that you do not want to be tracked. You can enable DNT in most browsers through your privacy settings.
You have several options to control and manage cookies. You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time.
Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. You can also set preferences for specific websites.
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data → Block third-party cookies
Options → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection → Custom
Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies
Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data → Block cookies
You can customize your cookie preferences using our consent management tool.
This tool will appear at the bottom of your screen.
You can delete cookies that have already been stored on your device at any time.
Deleting essential cookies may log you out and remove your shopping cart items.
If you disable or block cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly. In particular, you may not be able to:
Upon your first visit, we display a clear banner explaining our use of cookies and asking for your consent for non-essential cookies.
We require an affirmative action (clicking "Accept All" or customizing and saving preferences) to set non-essential cookies.
We store your consent preference in a cookie so we don't ask you repeatedly.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing cookies or using our consent tool.
To withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies, you can:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will:
Complete revision with detailed cookie tables, CalOPPA compliance enhancements, and expanded Do Not Track policy.
Added Google Analytics 4 cookies, updated third-party disclosures.
Initial comprehensive Cookie Policy.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Cookie Policy or how we use tracking technologies, please contact us:
By continuing to use SOBS Pets, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. You can customize your preferences using the controls above or your browser settings.
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