Affiliate Disclosure

📢 FTC Disclosure Statement

In accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising”:

This means that if you click on certain links on our website and make a purchase, we will receive a commission.

🤝 Our Affiliate Partners

We currently participate in affiliate programs with the following retailers:

💰 How Affiliate Marketing Works

The Process

1. Content Creation: We create content about pet products we believe will benefit our audience
2. Affiliate Links: We include special tracking links to products on retailer websites
3. Your Purchase: When you click our link and make a purchase, the retailer knows it came from us
4. Commission: We earn a small percentage of the sale (typically 2-10%)
5. No Extra Cost: You pay the same price whether you use our link or go directly to the retailer

⭐ Our Commitment to Honest Reviews

Editorial Independence

Despite our affiliate relationships, we maintain editorial independence:

• We only recommend products we genuinely believe in
• Affiliate relationships do not influence our opinions
• We clearly identify sponsored content when applicable
• Negative aspects of products are disclosed alongside positives
• We prioritize our audience’s trust over commissions

Content Guidelines

All our content, regardless of affiliate relationships, follows these principles:

• Accuracy: Information is researched and fact-checked
• Transparency: Affiliate relationships are disclosed
• Value: Content provides genuine value to pet owners
• Honesty: Both pros and cons are presented fairly

🔍 What This Means for You

As a Reader/User:

• ✅ You pay nothing extra when using our links
• ✅ You support our ability to create free content
• ✅ You get honest recommendations based on research
• ✅ You can shop with confidence knowing we’re transparent

Price and Availability

Please note:

• Prices shown on our site may change on retailer websites
• Product availability is subject to change
• Always verify final prices on the retailer’s website
• Shipping costs and taxes are determined by the retailer

📝 Additional Disclosures

Amazon Associates Disclosure

As an Amazon Associate, PetCoup earns from qualifying purchases. Amazon and the Amazon logo are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

Social Media

We may share affiliate links on our social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube). These are also subject to this disclosure.

Email Marketing

Our email newsletters may contain affiliate links. We clearly mark promotional content in our emails.

Cookies and Tracking

Affiliate programs use cookies to track referrals. These typically last 24 hours to 30 days, depending on the retailer.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I pay more if I use your links?

No, you pay the exact same price whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the retailer.

How do you choose which products to recommend?

We research products based on quality, reviews, price, and value. Affiliate commissions do not determine our recommendations.

Can I trust your reviews?

Yes. We value our reputation and your trust more than any commission. We only recommend products we would use for our own pets.

How can I support PetCoup?

Using our affiliate links when making purchases is the best way to support our work at no cost to you.

📧 Questions About This Disclosure?

Thank you for supporting PetCoup through your purchases. Your support allows us to continue providing valuable content for pet owners! 🐾