Editorial Standards and Reporting Methods
We publish news and analysis on animal health management, farm practices, and veterinary research. This page explains how we work and what you can expect from our coverage.
How We Source Stories
Most of our reporting starts with peer-reviewed research, field reports from working practitioners, and direct communication with veterinarians and farm managers. We monitor journals focused on equine medicine, cattle health, poultry management, and working dog welfare. We also follow regulatory announcements, outbreak data, and industry updates that affect how animals are managed and treated.
We don’t publish press releases as news. When a company, university, or organization sends us information, we treat it as a lead, not a finished article. We verify claims independently and add context from other sources.
Verification and Fact-Checking
Before publication, every article goes through review for accuracy. For research coverage, we read the original study or contact the authors to confirm we’ve represented their findings correctly. For practical advice, we check claims against established guidelines and consult with practitioners working in that area.
When we cover health issues or management disputes, we present the evidence as it stands. If experts disagree, we say so. We don’t hide uncertainty or pretend consensus exists where it doesn’t.
What We Cover and What We Don’t
We focus on working and farm animals: horses, cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, poultry, and working dogs. We publish research summaries, management guides, outbreak updates, and analysis of practices that affect animal welfare and productivity. We don’t cover companion animal medicine, exotic pets, or wildlife rehabilitation.
We won’t publish medical advice that tells you to skip veterinary care. We also don’t promote unproven treatments or endorse specific products without disclosure.
Corrections and Updates
If we get something wrong, we correct it promptly and note the correction. If new information changes the picture, we update articles and explain what changed. You can report errors to our editorial team.
Independence
Veterinary News Network operates independently. We don’t accept editorial funding from pharmaceutical companies, equipment manufacturers, or industry groups with a stake in coverage decisions. Advertising and sponsorships don’t influence what we publish.