Affiliate Disclosure

What is an affiliate link?

An affiliate link is a specially formatted link containing an identifier associated with a publisher such as ShihTzuDog.com. When a reader clicks that link, the retailer or affiliate network may record that the visitor was referred by our website.

If the reader completes a qualifying action—such as making a purchase within the program’s attribution period—the retailer or affiliate network may pay us a commission.

The retailer determines which transactions qualify, the commission amount, the tracking period, and any exclusions.

How affiliate links work

Does an affiliate link affect your price?

In most affiliate programs, using our link does not increase the price you pay. The commission is generally paid by the merchant from its own revenue.

However, prices, promotions, shipping charges, taxes, subscriptions, regional differences, and retailer terms can change. We do not control the final amount charged by an external retailer.

You should review the price and purchase conditions shown by the retailer before completing a transaction.

How we identify affiliate content

We aim to place a clear disclosure where readers are likely to notice it before or near affiliate recommendations. Depending on the format, an article may use wording such as:

Individual links or buttons may also be labeled “affiliate link,” “paid link,” or with similarly clear wording when additional identification is useful.

Editorial independence

Affiliate eligibility or commission rates should not determine factual conclusions about a product. We aim to distinguish editorial judgment from commercial relationships.

Participation in an affiliate program does not give a retailer or manufacturer permission to secretly write our conclusions, suppress reasonable criticism, or require a favorable recommendation.

• Payment does not guarantee positive coverage.
• A higher commission does not automatically make a product better.
• Commercial relationships should be disclosed to readers.
• Important limitations should not be hidden to protect a commission.
• Corrections should be made when product information is inaccurate.

We may remove or change an affiliate recommendation if a product becomes unavailable, changes significantly, raises safety concerns, or no longer meets the purpose of the article.

How products may be selected

Product-related content may consider factors such as intended purpose, size, materials, ingredients, design, durability, maintenance, manufacturer instructions, customer support, price, availability, safety information, and suitability for common Shih Tzu needs.

Not every relevant product will be included. The market can contain many similar options, and availability differs by location.

Inclusion in an article does not mean a product is the only or universally best option. A less expensive, locally available, or professionally recommended alternative may be more appropriate for a particular dog.

Product testing and firsthand experience

When we have personally used or tested a product, we aim to state the nature and limits of that experience accurately.

When we have not tested a product directly, content may instead be based on available specifications, manufacturer information, independent references, product documentation, and other relevant research.

We do not claim to have personally tested, purchased, owned, or used a product when we have not done so. Reader reviews and retailer ratings may provide context but are not treated as proof that a product will perform the same way for every buyer.

Sponsored content and gifted products

Sponsored content is different from ordinary affiliate content. In a sponsorship, a company may provide direct payment or another benefit connected with producing or publishing content.

Sponsored material should be clearly identified using wording such as “Sponsored,” “Paid Partnership,” or another understandable disclosure.

If a product was supplied free of charge, loaned for evaluation, provided at a discount, or accompanied by another material benefit, that relationship should be disclosed when it could affect how readers evaluate the content.

Receiving a free product does not guarantee positive coverage or permanent inclusion on the website.

Prices, availability, and product changes

Product prices and availability can change without notice. A price mentioned in an article may differ from the price shown by the retailer when you visit.

Manufacturers may also change ingredients, materials, dimensions, packaging, instructions, warnings, formulas, or product names. Always review the current product page, label, packaging, and manufacturer instructions before purchasing or using an item.

If information on ShihTzuDog.com conflicts with current manufacturer safety instructions, do not rely on the website description. Confirm the information with the manufacturer or an appropriate professional.

Health, nutrition, and safety-related products

Affiliate content is not veterinary advice. A link to food, treats, supplements, dental products, grooming products, flea and tick products, mobility aids, or another health-related item does not mean the product is safe or suitable for every dog.

Suitability can depend on a dog’s age, size, health, allergies, medications, diet, behavior, and individual needs. Consult a veterinarian before using a product that could materially affect your dog’s health, nutrition, medication, or treatment.

Do not begin, stop, or replace prescribed treatment because of an affiliate recommendation.

Affiliate cookies and tracking

When you click an affiliate link, the destination merchant or affiliate network may use cookies, tracking parameters, pixels, or similar technologies to record the referral and determine whether a qualifying transaction occurred.

These technologies may process information such as the referring page, device or browser information, approximate location, link identifier, time of click, and transaction attribution.

Third-party tracking is governed by the relevant merchant’s or affiliate network’s privacy and cookie policies. ShihTzuDog.com does not control all cookies placed after you leave our website.

For more information about cookies and privacy choices, review our Privacy & Cookie Policy .

Your purchasing responsibility

You are responsible for deciding whether a product or service is appropriate and for reviewing the retailer’s price, shipping, subscription terms, warranty, return policy, safety information, and other purchase conditions.

Purchases made through external links are transactions between you and the applicable retailer or service provider. ShihTzuDog.com does not process the payment, ship the product, set the return policy, or provide the manufacturer’s warranty.

Questions about charges, delivery, returns, refunds, subscriptions, defects, or warranties should normally be directed to the retailer or provider involved.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, ShihTzuDog.com is not responsible for losses or adverse outcomes arising from the purchase, use, misuse, or unavailability of a third-party product.

Changes to this disclosure

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure when our monetization methods, affiliate programs, editorial practices, or applicable requirements change.

The “Last updated” date near the top of this page identifies the most recent version. Article-level disclosures may also be updated when commercial relationships change.

Questions about affiliate relationships

If you have a question about an affiliate link, product recommendation, sponsorship, or commercial relationship, contact:

ShihTzuDog.com
Email: shihtzudogguide@gmail.com

Include the article URL and the product or link involved so we can understand your inquiry.