Educational content. Not a substitute for veterinary care.
WhiskerMatch does not diagnose, prescribe, recommend treatment, or replace the veterinary relationship between an organization, adopter, and licensed veterinarian. Any future care explainer will be educational only and must show its source, reviewer, and review date.
Review and attribution before any care explainer ships.
WhiskerMatch does not currently claim a live library or reviewer network. Before future care, behavior, or medical-context education is published, the relevant reviewer, credentials, sources, date, and limits must be visible.
Reviewer credentials attached
Future reviewed content must carry the reviewer's name, relevant credentials, review date, and sources consulted.
Dated for a reason
Future medical and behavior education must have a documented review cycle and a way to route concerns back for human re-review.
Region-aware
Future guidance must state where it applies. Climate, jurisdiction, species, and local professional standards can change the safe answer.
Not anonymous
AI may help prepare a draft from approved sources, but it cannot make a medical or behavior judgment. A relevant human reviewer remains accountable.
Not a veterinary authority. Not medical advice.
WhiskerMatch is operating software for shelters and rescues. It is not a telemedicine platform, not a diagnostic tool, and not a replacement for a clinical relationship. All care and medical content is provided for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Not a diagnosis
WhiskerMatch does not diagnose conditions, interpret test results, or recommend treatments. Those decisions belong to a licensed veterinarian who has examined the animal. Never disregard professional veterinary advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this platform.
Not a prescription
No medication, dosage, or treatment plan is provided through the platform. Prescriptions require a veterinary examination.
Not an emergency service
If an animal is experiencing a medical emergency, contact a veterinarian or emergency clinic immediately. Do not wait for platform guidance.
Not a replacement for regular care
Post-placement care guidance supports the transition home. It does not replace routine veterinary check-ups, vaccinations, or ongoing preventive care.
When in doubt, call a vet
If you think your animal may have a medical emergency, contact a veterinarian or emergency clinic immediately. Never disregard professional veterinary advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this platform.
Questions about our medical content standards?
If you are a veterinary professional and want to review our content standards, or if you have concerns about specific guidance, get in touch.