Editorial Policy
This page explains who writes Dog Gear Hub, how articles are made and checked, and how we handle corrections.
Who writes Dog Gear Hub
Articles are published under the name "Dog Gear Hub Editorial Team". We don't use invented author names, photos or credentials. We're not veterinarians or professional trainers. Our guides explain what to look for in dog gear and point to veterinary sources for health and safety questions; they're not veterinary advice. If a named writer or an expert reviewer joins us, we'll show their real name and background on the articles they work on.
How articles are made
- We pick topics from questions readers commonly ask about dog gear, toys, enrichment and gifts.
- We use AI writing tools to help with research and first drafts. Every article is then reviewed and edited before it is published: facts, figures and safety advice are checked against the sources linked in the article, and brand or product claims are checked against the brand's own pages.
- We link to reputable sources (for example government agencies, professional bodies and manufacturers) where a claim needs one.
- We don't run a product-testing lab. Unless an article clearly says otherwise, we describe product types and features to look for, not products we have tested hands-on, and we don't publish star ratings or "tested" claims we can't support.
- Each article shows the date it was last updated.
Health and safety topics
Where an article touches on health, safety or food handling, we follow guidance from recognised authorities and say clearly that the article is general information, not professional advice. See our Disclaimer.
Advertising and affiliate links
Advertisers and affiliate programs don't choose our topics or recommendations. Affiliate links are disclosed at the top of each article that has them; see our Affiliate Disclosure.
Images
Photos come from Pexels and Wikimedia Commons under their free licences and are credited under each photo, with the licence shown where it requires attribution.
Corrections and updates
If you find a mistake, please tell us with the page address. We check every report, fix confirmed errors and update the "Updated" date on the article.