Editorial Standards

Editorial Policy

CatsLib is built for everyday cat owners. Our goal is simple: clear, practical guidance — without jargon or fluff. This page explains how we research, write, and maintain content.

Research-first

We prioritize reputable veterinary sources.

Practical

Amount, frequency, preparation, what to avoid.

Plain language

No medical walls of text. Terms explained.

Updated

We revise content as guidance changes.

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What CatsLib is (and isn’t)

CatsLib is an educational resource. We are not a veterinary clinic and we don’t provide medical diagnosis. If your cat has symptoms, ate something toxic, or you’re worried — contact a licensed veterinarian.

Emergency: if you suspect poisoning, don’t wait for an email reply — call a vet or an emergency clinic immediately.

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Our research standards

  • We prioritize reputable veterinary organizations, universities, and peer-reviewed or professionally reviewed references.
  • For food safety topics, we focus on known risks (toxicity, choking, GI upset, additives, allergens) and safe preparation.
  • We avoid sensational claims and clearly label uncertainty when evidence is limited.
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Writing principles

Start with a quick answer

Safe / Not recommended / Toxic — fast and clear.

Be actionable

Portion guidance, frequency, prep, and avoid list.

Plain language

If a term is needed, we explain it.

No drama

We don’t exaggerate risks for clicks.

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Editorial review

Pages follow an internal template and are reviewed for clarity, consistency, and factual accuracy. As the project grows, we’re building a stronger editor/reviewer workflow.

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Updates & corrections

We update content when we find better sources, when guidance changes, or when users report issues. If you think something is wrong, please contact us — we take corrections seriously.

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Affiliate / ads

If we ever use affiliate links or ads, we will clearly disclose it on relevant pages. Our editorial decisions are not for sale — accuracy and usefulness come first.