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Animal Hospice Group (AHG) Guidelines
for Guest Blogger Submissions

Blog Topics & Author's Point of View
Guest Blog Post Requirements
Guest Blogger Bio & Post Images
Submission Process & Timeframe

Welcome to Animal Hospice Group's guest blogging submission guidelines! We are thrilled to have you as a part of our passionate network of animal lovers. Your insights and knowledge can help educate, inspire, and provide comfort to others on their journey of caring for their beloved pets.

Please follow the guidelines below to ensure your guest blog post meets our standards and fits within our existing content.

AHG Blog Topics & Author's Point of View

Last updated: November 25, 2023

We accept guest blog posts on the following topics:

  1. Animal hospice care and end-of-life support
  2. Grieving and bereavement support for pet parents
  3. Pet euthanasia: considerations, experiences, and support
  4. Holistic and alternative pet care
  5. Animal caregiver experiences and stories
  6. Pet loss memorials and tributes
  7. Personal reflections on your loss, or hospice journey with your animal family

Identify Your Point of View

It helps our readers to understand your role and the context of your blog post near the beginning of your guest post, not just in your bio at the end of it.

Are you a(n):

  • Veterinary Healthcare Team Member such as:
    • Veterinarian
    • Holistic Veterinarian
    • Registered Veterinary Technician/Nurse
    • Veterinary Hospital Manager
    • Veterinary Assistant
    • Veterinary Clinic/Practice Receptionist
    • Other team member
  • Allied Animal or Family Practitioner such as:
    • Animal Sonographer or Radiographer
    • Animal Respiratory Therapist
    • Animal Physiotherapist
    • Equine Dental Technician
    • Animal Rehabilitation Technician
    • Animal Physical Therapist
    • Animal Behaviorist
    • Rural Animal Technician
    • Dairy Technician
    • Artificial Breeding Technician
    • Other practitioner
  • Animal Professional such as:
    • Reiki and/or Energy Healing Practitioner
    • Animal Chaplain
    • Marine Biologist
    • Zoologist
    • Wildlife Rehabilitator
    • Animal Rescue/Shelter/Sanctuary Worker
    • Animal Adoption Worker
    • Animal Humane Lawyer/Advocate
    • Animal Trainer
    • Pet Sitter
    • Pet Walker
    • Animal Care Attendant
    • Pet Photographer
    • Pet Store/Product Specialist
    • Pet Groomer
    • Kennel Worker
    • Other professional
  • Pet Parent / Caregiver (click here for glossary with description)
  • Possibly all of the above although it may be best to focus on one

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the Guest Blogger Submission Guidelines, you can contact us:

Guest Blog Post Requirements

Last updated: November 25, 2023

Blog Post

To ensure that your guest blog post aligns with our content and audience, please adhere to the following requirements:

  1. Original Content: Your submission must be original and not previously published elsewhere, including your own website or blog.
  2. Word Count: Submissions should be between 800-1,500 words in length.
  3. Formatting: Use clear headings, subheadings, and bullet points for easy readability.
  4. Language: Please write in English, clearly, concisely, and free of grammatical and contextual errors.
  5. Sources and Citations: Provide links to relevant, reputable sources to support your claims and information.
  6. No Promotion: Your post should not promote specific products or services. Focus on sharing valuable information and experiences. Your bio can include two links to your site(s) and/or social media accounts.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the Guest Blogger Submission Guidelines, you can contact us:

Guest Blogger Bio & Post Images

Last updated: November 25, 2023

Author Bio

Please provide a brief author bio (50-100 words) along with your submission. You may include up to two relevant links (e.g., your website or social media profiles).

Post Image Requirements

  1. Include at least one high-quality, relevant image with your submission for the blog post banner.
  2. You may submit more than one image. Such as, if you have any additional images or infographics you would like to include within the body of the article.
  3. Ensure you have permission to use the image and provide proper attribution if necessary. Please list the photo credits.
  4. Image format: JPEG, PNG, or GIF; file size should not exceed 10 MB.
  5. The blog post banner size should be 1280 pixels x 720 pixels. If you do not have a way to adjust your image to this dimension, please submit the file anyways and we could do our best to make it work. 
  6. If you have any additional photos, the file should be medium to high resolution (150 dpi to 300 dpi). The dimensions will be adjusted by us to fit within the article layout. 
  7. The image(s) may be RGB (full color) or just grayscale if that is the effect you would like for your readers.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the Guest Blogger Submission Guidelines, you can contact us:

Submission Process & Timeframe

Last updated: November 25, 2023

Submission Process

To submit your guest blog post, please follow these steps:

  1. Email your submission by clicking here.
  2. Attach your article in Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx, .pdf file) or share a link through Google Docs.
  3. Don't forget to include a title for your blog!
  4. Please include your author bio, relevant image(s), and image attribution in the email.
  5. Use the subject line "Guest Blog Post Submission: [Your Post Title]."

Our Review Process and Publishing Timeframes

  1. Our editorial team will review your submission and provide feedback within 7-10 business days. 
  2. By email, we will notify you whether your guest blog has been initially accepted according to the Post Requirements as described. 
  3. Once finalized, we will schedule your post for publishing and inform you of the publication date.

Please note that we reserve the right to edit your submission for clarity, length, and style. We may also add relevant internal links or images where appropriate.

Thank you for your interest in contributing to Animal Hospice Group's blog! We look forward to sharing your knowledge and experiences with our community of animal caregivers.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about the Guest Blogger Submission Guidelines, you can contact us:

Thank you for sharing your talent and time!

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