Animalia aims to publish clear, useful, evidence-informed pet-care content in English for an international audience. These standards guide our editorial workflow.
Evidence and sources
Factual claims should be supported by relevant sources. We prioritize veterinary associations, universities, peer-reviewed research, and established animal-welfare organizations. We distinguish evidence from opinion and explain uncertainty or conflicting guidance. Country-specific information should be labeled rather than assumed to apply everywhere.
Editorial review and AI assistance
We use AI assistance for research organization, outlining, and drafting. AI output is a draft, not a verified source. Our workflow requires editorial review of sources, claims, originality, readability, links, and metadata before publication. We do not invent authors, credentials, quotations, statistics, testimonials, or first-hand experiences.
Health, safety, and animal welfare
Health and safety articles require review by a qualified expert before publication. We do not provide individual diagnoses, prescribe medication or doses, or promise cures. General information cannot replace veterinary care. Training content should favor humane, reward-based approaches and the welfare of the animal.
Product coverage and commercial relationships
Product coverage should explain selection criteria, available evidence, limitations, and trade-offs. First-hand testing is claimed only when it has actually occurred and can be documented. Any affiliate relationship or sponsored placement must be disclosed clearly in the relevant content. We do not imply that a commercial relationship exists when it does not.
Images and updates
Images should be original, properly licensed, or clearly identified when generated. Descriptions must be accurate. Articles should display an honest author identity and an updated date where appropriate. Material errors are handled under our corrections policy.