Affiliate Disclosure
How we earn money and maintain editorial independence
Transparency Commitment
At ThePetDeals, transparency is one of our core values. We believe you have the right to know how we operate and how we earn revenue. This disclosure explains our affiliate relationships and how they do (and don't) affect our content.
What Are Affiliate Links?
Many of the links on this website are "affiliate links." This means if you click on a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission from the retailer at no additional cost to you.
We participate in several affiliate programs, including but not limited to:
- Amazon Associates Program: We earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
- Chewy Affiliate Program: We may earn commissions on purchases made through Chewy links.
- Other Retailer Programs: We may participate in other affiliate programs with pet supply retailers.
How This Affects You
It doesn't affect your price. When you make a purchase through one of our affiliate links, you pay the same price as you would by going directly to the retailer. The commission comes from the retailer's marketing budget, not your wallet.
It supports our work. The commissions we earn help us maintain this website, conduct product research, test products, and create helpful content for pet owners like you.
How This Does NOT Affect Our Content
Our editorial integrity is paramount. Here's what we promise:
- We never accept payment for positive reviews. Our reviews are based on our honest assessment of products.
- We include both pros and cons. Every product review includes both positive and negative aspects.
- Commission rates don't influence rankings. We don't favor products with higher commission rates.
- We recommend the best products. Period. Whether or not they have an affiliate program.
- We update reviews when needed. If a product's quality changes or issues are reported, we update our review regardless of affiliate relationships.
Product Selection Process
Our product recommendations are based on:
- Hands-on testing where possible
- Ingredient analysis and nutritional evaluation
- Veterinarian consultation
- Customer review analysis from multiple sources
- Safety record and recall history
- Value for money
Affiliate commission rates are never a factor in our product selection.
Non-Affiliate Links
Not all links on our website are affiliate links. We also link to:
- Sources for research and claims
- Manufacturer websites for product information
- Government resources (FDA, AAFCO, etc.)
- Other helpful pet resources
Sponsored Content
If we ever publish sponsored content (paid articles, reviews written by brands, etc.), it will be clearly labeled as "Sponsored" or "Advertisement" at the top of the article.
As of now, we do not accept sponsored content. All articles on ThePetDeals are written by our editorial team.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or editorial policies, please contact us. We're happy to provide more information.
Updates
This disclosure was last updated in March 2026. We may update it from time to time to reflect changes in our affiliate relationships.