1. Mission statement

PuppySettled exists to give first-time dog owners practical, situation-specific advice they can actually use — whether that’s a small apartment, a new baby in the house, or a tight budget — delivered with honesty, care, and real practicality.

2. Core editorial principles

• Accuracy First: We research every guide thoroughly before writing a single word. Before publishing, we verify every specific detail—whether it is a safety tip, a cost estimate, or a product claim—against a credible source.
• Strict Independence: We never sell our recommendations. While we may earn a commission through affiliate links (see our Affiliate Disclosure), these financial partnerships never dictate our choices. We only feature products we genuinely suggest using.
• Complete Transparency: We clearly label all affiliate links and sponsored content. Our team separates practical advice from personal opinion, and we always clarify when we share a personal take rather than an established fact.
• Professional Boundaries: We share general information, not veterinary or medical advice. In our health-adjacent posts (such as pregnancy, newborn care, or allergies), we actively remind you to consult your vet or doctor for guidance specific to your situation.
• Respect for Our Readers: We write for owners who feel a little overwhelmed by their circumstances, not to judge those who brought a dog home before having a perfect yard or nursery ready. We completely avoid shame and scare tactics.
• Supportive Community: We actively moderate comments to maintain civility. We welcome your feedback, corrections, and unique experiences to build a helpful space for all readers.
• Legal Compliance: We strictly uphold copyright laws, protect your privacy, and follow all advertising disclosure requirements, particularly the FTC guidelines on affiliate marketing.

3. Corrections policy

• Spotting errors. Errors come to our attention through reader messages or our own periodic review of older posts (especially useful since product recommendations and prices change).
• Minor corrections (typos, broken links, updated prices) are fixed without a special note.
• Substantive corrections (a factual error, an outdated safety recommendation) get a visible note on the post explaining what changed and when.
• We aim to fix reported errors promptly rather than let them sit.

4. AI use policy

• AI tools may assist with drafting, research organization, and editing — see our full AI Content Policy for detail.
• No AI-assisted content is published without human review and fact-checking.
• We’re upfront that AI is part of our workflow; there’s nothing hidden about it.

5. Review and revision process

• These guidelines are reviewed periodically as the site and our workflow evolve.
• Date of last revision: 01-08-2026

6. Contact us

For corrections, feedback, or questions about how we cover something:

Email: editor@puppysettled.com