Last updated: October 21, 2026. BarkUpToday is an independent dog-care publication. Some links on our website are affiliate links. This page explains what that means, how compensation works, and how we maintain editorial independence.
Our affiliate relationships
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We may participate in programs operated by Amazon and other retailers, product manufacturers, booking platforms, or affiliate networks. Participation varies over time and by article; a mention of a brand does not necessarily mean that we have an affiliate relationship with it.
Amazon Associates disclosure
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How affiliate links affect our recommendations
Affiliate compensation does not guarantee a positive review, inclusion in a buying guide, or a particular ranking. We aim to evaluate products and services using relevant specifications, manufacturer information, publicly available documentation, safety considerations, suitability for different dogs, and other sources identified in the article. We distinguish research-based comparisons from firsthand testing; we do not claim to have personally tested a product unless that testing actually occurred.
We may recommend a product or service even when no commission is available, and we may identify reasons not to buy an affiliate-linked product. Recommendations should prioritize readers and their dogs.
Sponsored content and free products
If an article is sponsored, paid for by a brand, or materially influenced by a gifted product or other relevant commercial arrangement, we aim to disclose that relationship clearly within the article. Affiliate links and sponsorships are not the same thing. A commissionable link alone does not mean that a brand paid us to write an article.
Health and safety information
Dog health, nutrition, behavior, and product-safety content is informational and is not a substitute for individualized advice from a veterinarian or another appropriately qualified professional. For health concerns, medication or supplement decisions, or emergencies, consult your veterinarian. A product’s inclusion in a buying guide is not a medical endorsement.
Where disclosures appear
Articles containing affiliate links should include a clear disclosure near the beginning of the relevant content, in addition to this site-wide explanation. Please see our Editorial Policy and How We Research and Test Dog Products for further information about our standards.
Questions or corrections
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