Animal Shelter & Rescue Partnership Policy

Adoption Listings & Team Participation

1. Purpose

Our website exists to support animal welfare by helping verified animal shelters and rescue organizations showcase pets in need of loving homes. This policy outlines the requirements, responsibilities, and limitations for organizations that wish to join our team and advertise adoptable animals on our platform.


2. Eligibility to Join

To be approved as a partner, the organization must:

  • Be a legitimate animal shelter, rescue, or non-profit organization
  • Operate in accordance with local, state, and federal animal welfare laws
  • Have a clear mission focused on rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption
  • Provide accurate organizational information during the application process

We reserve the right to approve, deny, or revoke access at our sole discretion.


3. Adoption Listings

Approved partners may:

  • Advertise animals available for adoption only
  • Post accurate descriptions, photos, and relevant medical or behavioral information
  • Clearly state adoption requirements and fees (if applicable)

All listings must be honest, current, and updated regularly. Any misleading or false information is grounds for removal.


4. Prohibited Sales & Commercial Activity

Partner organizations are strictly prohibited from:

  • Selling animals
  • Selling products or merchandise of any kind
  • Promoting third-party businesses, services, or paid programs
  • Using the platform for personal or commercial gain unrelated to adoption

The platform is not a marketplace and may not be used for retail or commercial sales.


5. Donations & Charity Requests

Partners may request charitable donations, provided that:

  • Donations are clearly labeled as voluntary
  • Funds are used solely to support animal welfare, rescue operations, or medical care
  • Donation requests comply with applicable fundraising laws

We do not process or guarantee donations unless explicitly stated.


6. Content Standards

All posted content must:

  • Be respectful, ethical, and appropriate
  • Avoid graphic, misleading, or exploitative material
  • Focus on animal care, adoption, and responsible ownership

We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these standards without prior notice.


7. Responsibility & Liability

Partner organizations are solely responsible for:

  • The animals they list
  • Adoption screening and approval
  • Follow-up and post-adoption support
  • Compliance with all applicable laws

Our website acts only as a promotional platform and is not responsible for adoption outcomes or disputes.


8. Termination of Partnership

We may suspend or terminate participation if an organization:

  • Violates this policy
  • Engages in unethical or illegal practices
  • Fails to maintain accurate or updated listings

Termination may occur without notice to protect the integrity of our platform and its users.


9. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated at any time. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.