HLCR Community

Join our HLCR Community to connect with our beloved volunteers, adopters, fosters, and supporters! Share stories, get support, access exclusive resources, and stay updated on rescue news and events.

You must read the following before membership is approved:

While our community includes experienced volunteers, fosters, and staff who may share helpful tips and personal experiences, the information shared in this forum is not a substitute for professional veterinary care.

Always consult a licensed veterinarian for:

• Medical diagnoses and treatment plans

• Emergency situations or urgent health concerns

• Medication questions or dosage information

• Behavioral issues that may have underlying medical causes

• Any situation where your animal's health or safety is at risk

If your animal is experiencing a medical emergency, contact your veterinarian or emergency animal hospital immediately. Do not wait for forum responses.

The experiences and suggestions shared here are meant to support you, not replace professional care. When in doubt, always err on the side of caution and seek veterinary attention.

Professional Advice  This forum is a peer support community. Information shared here does not constitute professional legal, financial, medical, or behavioral advice. Always consult qualified professionals for specific concerns.

Personal Information & Privacy

• Protect your privacy: avoid sharing sensitive personal information (full addresses, phone numbers, financial details)

• Do not share identifying information about other members without permission

• Be mindful when posting photos: ensure they don't reveal private details

Respectful Communication

• Treat all members with kindness and respect

• Disagree respectfully: different approaches and experiences are valuable

• No harassment, bullying, or discriminatory language will be tolerated

• Keep discussions constructive and supportive

No Commercial Activity

• This forum is not for selling products or services

• No promotional posts, spam, or advertising

• Recommendations should be genuine, not self-promotional

• Fundraising must be HLCR-approved only

Accuracy & Liability

• HLCR is not responsible for the accuracy of user-generated content

• Members share experiences and opinions at their own discretion

• Always verify important information through official HLCR channels or professionals

• HLCR reserves the right to remove inaccurate or misleading content

Moderation

• All posts and members are subject to approval

• HLCR staff reserve the right to edit, remove, or moderate any content

• Violations of community guidelines may result in removal from the forum

• Report concerning content to moderators immediately

Confidentiality

• What's shared in private groups stays in those groups

• Respect the privacy of adoption, foster, and volunteer situations

• Don't screenshot or share private discussions outside the forum

Changes to Guidelines HLCR reserves the right to update these guidelines at any time. Continued use of the forum constitutes acceptance of any changes. Like this post to let me know you made it this far!