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Animal welfare

Standards for responsible listings

Animal welfare must come before speed, convenience or sales pressure.

Advertisers are expected to comply with applicable licensing, welfare and advertising requirements and to represent animals honestly.

Expected standards

What responsible presentation includes

Appropriate age

Kittens must not be offered for transfer too young.

Suitable environment

Animals should be raised in clean, appropriate conditions.

Honest health information

Known conditions and relevant treatment must not be concealed.

No harmful practices

Content must not encourage irresponsible transport, breeding or care.

Marketplace response

How welfare concerns are handled

MCOON may request information, restrict content or direct serious concerns to an appropriate body.

  1. 1
    Report

    Provide the listing link and clear details.

  2. 2
    Review

    MCOON considers the information within its platform role.

  3. 3
    Escalate

    Immediate danger or suspected offences should also be reported to the appropriate authority.

Detailed guidance

Important points to understand

01

Advertiser duty

The advertiser remains responsible for welfare and legal compliance.

02

Buyer duty

Buyers should observe the kitten and environment carefully.

03

Evidence

Health and identity claims should be supported by records.

04

Ongoing concerns

Serious concerns should be raised promptly with competent authorities.

Concerned about a listing?

Report it confidentially

Share enough detail for the team to understand the concern.