Pet Adoption & Animal Listing Policy

Our Commitment to Animal Welfare

At MinasList, we believe every animal deserves to be treated with kindness, respect, and compassion. We encourage responsible pet ownership and ethical pet adoption while helping connect pets with loving homes.

By posting or responding to pet-related listings, you agree to follow this policy.

Permitted Listings

The following pet-related listings are permitted on MinasList:

  • Pet adoptions
  • Responsible pet rehoming
  • Lost pets
  • Found pets
  • Pet supplies
  • Pet services
  • Licensed breeders (where permitted by law)
  • Animal rescue organizations
  • Veterinary and pet care services

All listings must comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws.

Prohibited Listings

The following are strictly prohibited:

  • Animal abuse or neglect
  • Dog fighting or animal fighting
  • Sale or trade of endangered or protected species
  • Illegal wildlife sales
  • Sale of animals prohibited by law
  • Fraudulent adoption listings
  • Misrepresentation of an animal’s age, breed, health, or temperament
  • Sale of sick or injured animals without full disclosure
  • Listings encouraging cruelty or neglect

Any listing violating these rules may be removed immediately.

Responsible Pet Rehoming

When rehoming a pet, we encourage owners to:

  • Provide accurate information about the pet.
  • Disclose any medical conditions or behavioral concerns.
  • Meet potential adopters in a safe location.
  • Ask questions to ensure the pet is going to a responsible home.
  • Provide vaccination and veterinary records whenever available.

Our goal is to help pets find safe, permanent, and loving homes.

Adoption Fees

Reasonable adoption or rehoming fees may help discourage unethical practices and ensure adopters are committed to caring for the animal.

MinasList does not determine or guarantee the fairness of any adoption fee.

Buyer & Adopter Responsibility

Before adopting or purchasing a pet, you should:

  • Meet the animal whenever possible.
  • Verify vaccination and health information.
  • Ask questions about temperament and history.
  • Never send money without verifying the legitimacy of the listing.
  • Use caution when communicating online.

Seller & Owner Responsibility

Pet owners are responsible for ensuring that all information provided in their listing is truthful and accurate.

False or misleading information may result in removal of the listing or suspension of the user’s account.

Animal Welfare

MinasList reserves the right to remove any listing that appears to place an animal’s welfare at risk.

Listings may be removed if they involve:

  • Abuse
  • Neglect
  • Unsafe living conditions
  • Illegal activity
  • Fraudulent behavior

Reporting Abuse

If you believe a listing involves animal cruelty, neglect, or illegal activity, please report it immediately through our Contact Us page or report feature.

If an animal appears to be in immediate danger, contact your local animal control agency, humane society, or law enforcement.

Disclaimer

MinasList serves as an online platform connecting pet owners, adopters, rescues, and buyers.

We do not inspect, verify, endorse, or guarantee:

  • The health of any animal
  • The accuracy of listings
  • Breeding practices
  • Veterinary records
  • The suitability of adopters or owners

Users are solely responsible for conducting their own research and exercising good judgment before completing any transaction.

Our Mission

Our goal is to help responsible pet owners, rescue organizations, and adopters connect while promoting the safety, health, and well-being of every animal.

By using MinasList’s pet categories, you agree to follow this policy and help us create a safe and compassionate community for both people and pets.