Last Updated: March 9, 2026
At Pet Civic, we believe in absolute transparency with our community. To maintain the high standards of our expert-led research and keep our local pet service directory free for everyone, we utilize various forms of monetization. This policy explains how we work with brands and how it affects you.
1. Editorial Independence
Our primary commitment is to the well-being of your pets. The Pet Civic editorial team operates with complete independence. Our reviews, guides, and local service recommendations are based on research, expert consultations, and real-world testing. We do not accept payment to provide a positive review or to alter our expert opinions.
2. Affiliate Disclosure
Pet Civic is a participant in several affiliate marketing programs. This means that some of the links on our website are “affiliate links.”
- If you click on one of these links and make a purchase, our team may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.
- These commissions help fund our rigorous testing processes and the maintenance of our local service databases.
- We only recommend products and services that our team truly believes will add value to the lives of pets and their owners.
3. Display Advertising
We may display third-party advertisements (such as Google AdSense) on our platform. While we strive to ensure these ads are relevant to pet parents, Pet Civic does not directly endorse the products or services advertised in these automated slots.
4. Sponsored Content
On rare occasions, we may publish sponsored content. Such articles will always be clearly labeled as “Sponsored” or “Paid Partnership” at the top of the page to ensure you can distinguish between our independent editorial content and paid collaborations.