Last updated: June 1, 2026
This page explains how Happy Indoor Pets produces articles — who writes them, how they are reviewed, and what sources we cite.
Our editorial principles
- Animal welfare first. If a technique works but stresses or harms the animal, we don’t recommend it.
- Evidence-based. We cite peer-reviewed veterinary research, established professional bodies, and certified trainers — not social media anecdotes.
- Vet-reviewed for health content. Articles touching nutrition, illness, anxiety, medication, or behaviour are reviewed by a licensed veterinarian before publication.
- Realistic about indoor pet life. Most pet advice assumes a yard. We write for apartments.
- Honest about effort. We name the time commitment for enrichment, training, and care.
- Updates. Veterinary medicine and behaviour science evolve; articles are dated and revised.
- Corrections. We correct errors openly with a visible note.
Sources we cite
- Professional bodies — AVMA, AAHA, RCVS (UK), IAABC, CCPDT, Karen Pryor Academy
- Welfare organisations — ASPCA, RSPCA, Humane Society, Best Friends Animal Society
- Peer-reviewed research — Journal of Veterinary Behavior, JAVMA, Veterinary Record, Applied Animal Behaviour Science
- Veterinary specialty colleges — American College of Veterinary Behaviorists, American College of Veterinary Nutrition
- Reputable consumer testing — Wirecutter, Consumer Reports, RTINGS for pet tech
- Interviews with practicing veterinarians, certified trainers, animal behaviourists, and shelter professionals
What we do NOT do
- Diagnose or recommend specific medications or dosages
- Endorse aversive training methods (shock, prong, choke collars) — current evidence supports positive reinforcement
- Promote unethical breeders or puppy mills
- Recommend extreme diets without veterinary nutritionist consultation
- Use AI to write entire articles (we use AI tools sparingly for outline review or grammar)
Reviewer process
Articles covering nutrition, health conditions, anxiety, medication discussions, or significant behaviour problems are reviewed before publication by a licensed veterinarian. Reviewed articles include a “Reviewed by [Vet Name, DVM]” line on the byline.
Affiliate disclosures
We use affiliate links to pet food, products, training resources, and pet tech retailers. We never recommend a product solely because of an affiliate relationship.
Updates and corrections
Each article shows a publish date and an “Updated” date when material changes are made.
How to contact us
Errors, corrections, or source-update tips — email editor@happyindoorpets.com.