Affiliate Disclosure

How Barking Goods Makes Money

Barking Goods is an independent pet product review and educational content website. We earn revenue primarily through affiliate commissions. This means that when you click a product link on our site and make a purchase on the retailer's website (such as Amazon), we may earn a small commission on that sale.

You never pay more through our links. The price you pay is the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the retailer. Affiliate commissions are paid by the retailer, not by you.

Our Affiliate Partners

We participate in the following affiliate programs:

• Amazon Associates: Barking Goods is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
• Chewy Affiliate Program: We may earn commissions on products purchased through links to Chewy.com.
• Other Retailers: We may partner with additional pet product retailers including Petco, PetSmart, and Walmart through their respective affiliate programs.

Editorial Independence

Our affiliate relationships never influence our product recommendations. Our editorial team evaluates products based on quality, value, safety, and suitability for pet parents, not on commission rates.

We maintain editorial independence through the following practices:

• Products are rated on objective criteria, not affiliate commission potential
• We include products at every price point (budget, mid-range, and premium)
• Every review includes at least one honest con or limitation
• We recommend against products when warranted, even if they offer high commissions
• Our review methodology is documented in our Editorial Policy

How We Select Products

Products featured on Barking Goods are selected based on:

• Quality of ingredients, materials, and construction
• Safety certifications and testing results
• Real customer reviews and satisfaction
• Value for money across different budgets
• Expert consultation (veterinarians, trainers, nutritionists)
• Our own research and comparative analysis

Why Affiliate Links Matter

Affiliate income allows us to maintain an independent editorial operation, fund thorough product research, and continue creating free educational content for pet parents. Without this revenue, we would not be able to provide the depth and quality of reviews that you rely on.

Questions?

If you have any questions about our affiliate relationships or how we make money, please contact us. We believe in full transparency with our readers.