Last updated: July 18, 2026
This is the Cookie Policy for Pet Rescue Blog, accessible from https://www.petrescueblog.com/
What Are Cookies
As with most websites, this site uses cookies, small files stored on your device, to help it run properly and to understand how visitors use our content. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time using the cookie banner shown when you first visit the site, or by adjusting your browser settings. Rejecting non-essential cookies will not affect your ability to read articles on this site.
Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as leaving a comment or setting your cookie preferences.
| Purpose | Example | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Remembering your cookie consent choice | cookie_consent | 6 to 12 months |
| WordPress comment form (if you choose to leave a comment) | comment_author, comment_author_email | Up to 12 months |
These do not require consent under UK PECR rules, but we list them here for transparency.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site, such as which articles are popular and how long people stay on a page. This helps us improve our content. These cookies are only set if you accept them.
| Purpose | Example | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Distinguishes users | _ga | Up to 2 years |
| Session tracking | _ga_* | Up to 2 years |
More information: Google Analytics cookie usage
Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to serve advertising on this site. These cookies help show ads that are more relevant to you and limit how many times you see the same ad. These cookies are only set if you accept them.
| Purpose | Example | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ad personalization and frequency capping | IDE, test_cookie (DoubleClick) | Up to 13 months |
More information: Google Ads cookie policy
Affiliate Cookies
Some articles on this site contain affiliate links to retailers such as e.g. Amazon Associates and Chewy. If you click one of these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. This is tracked using a cookie placed by the retailer or affiliate network, not by us directly.
| Purpose | Example | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tracks referral for commission purposes | Set by retailer/affiliate network | Varies by partner, typically 24 hours to 30 days |
Social Media and Embedded Content Cookies
Some pages may embed content from YouTube, Pinterest, or Instagram. These platforms may set their own cookies when you interact with embedded content. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to each platform’s own cookie policy for details.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking e.g. “Manage Cookie Preferences” in the site footer, or by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Blocking essential cookies may affect basic site functionality; blocking analytics, advertising, or affiliate cookies will not.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Please check back periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
