Terms and Conditions

Welcome to Little Spoods 🕷️✨
By using our website and placing an order, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before purchasing.


🕸️ General Information

This website is operated by Little Spoods, located in Florida, United States.
By accessing our site or purchasing from us, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

We reserve the right to update or modify these terms at any time without prior notice.


🛒 Orders & Payments

All orders are subject to acceptance and availability.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order at our discretion, including but not limited to:

  • Suspected fraud

  • Incorrect pricing or listing errors

  • Unsafe shipping conditions

Once an order is placed, you agree that all information provided is accurate and complete.


📦 Shipping Policy

Live Jumping Spiders

  • Shipped via FedEx Priority Overnight only

  • Shipping dates must be confirmed via email before shipment

  • If we do not receive confirmation, your order will be held until confirmed

Supplies & Accessories

  • Shipped via USPS First Class (standard)

  • Optional USPS Priority Shipping (expedited, additional cost)

  • May ship via FedEx if combined with live spider orders

Shipping Area

We currently ship within the United States only.


🕷️ Live Arrival Guarantee (LAG)

We take great care in packaging and shipping our spiders safely.

To qualify for our Live Arrival Guarantee:

  • Orders must be received on the first delivery attempt

  • The package must be brought indoors immediately upon delivery

  • Hold for pickup at a FedEx hub is strongly recommended and is the safest option

    • This is the only shipping method fully covered by our LAG

Reporting a DOA (Dead on Arrival)

  • Must be reported within 1 hour of delivery

  • Must include clear photo AND video proof

Resolution

If approved, we offer:

  • Replacement, or

  • Store credit

⚠️ Customer is responsible for reshipping costs


❗ LAG Void Conditions

The Live Arrival Guarantee is void if:

  • Delivery is missed or delayed due to customer availability

  • Package is left outside or not brought in immediately

  • Incorrect shipping information is provided

  • The customer fails to follow instructions or communication

  • Extreme weather risks were ignored or not approved


🌡️ Weather & Shipping Conditions

We monitor weather conditions closely and may delay shipments during unsafe temperatures.

General guidelines:

  • Below 35°F or above 90°F may be unsafe

  • However, shipping decisions depend on multiple factors

For full details, please refer to our Shipping Information for Live Jumping Spiders page.


🏠 Delivery Responsibility

If you choose home delivery:

  • Someone must be available all day to receive the package

  • The spider must be brought inside immediately

If these conditions are not met, the Live Arrival Guarantee is void.

We strongly recommend selecting FedEx Hold for Pickup, as it is the safest option.


💸 Returns & Refunds

Live Animals

  • All sales are final

  • No returns or refunds unless covered under the Live Arrival Guarantee

Supplies & Accessories

  • Returns accepted within 7 days of delivery

  • Items must be unused and in original condition

  • Customer is responsible for:

    • Return shipping costs

    • Reshipping costs (if replacement is requested)


🧠 Buyer Responsibility

By purchasing from Little Spoods, you agree that:

  • You have researched proper care for jumping spiders

  • You understand the needs and risks of keeping live animals

  • You are responsible for care after arrival

  • You provide accurate shipping information

We are not responsible for issues resulting from improper care or environment after delivery.


👤 Age Requirement

You must be 18 years or older to purchase from this website.


⚖️ Limitation of Liability

Little Spoods shall not be held liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Losses resulting from misuse, improper care, or environmental conditions

  • Shipping carrier delays or errors beyond our control

Our liability is limited to the purchase price of the product.


⚖️ Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, United States.


🕷️ About Our Spiders

We specialize in:

  • Phidippus regius

  • Phidippus otiosus

  • Phidippus audax

All of our spiders are captive-bred, and we are committed to ethical practices and healthy, well-started animals.


✨ Support & Care

We’re here to help 🕷️✨

We offer lifetime support for all customers. If you have questions about care, feeding, or behavior, feel free to reach out anytime.


📩 Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our website:
https://littlespoodsstore.com


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