No Defamation Policy

1. Purpose

Pet Breeder Hub, operated by SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS, is committed to fostering a community built on transparency, honesty, and mutual respect. We encourage users to share genuine, fact-based reviews and feedback about their experiences with breeders listed on our platform.

At the same time, we recognize that false and defamatory statements can cause serious harm to the reputations and livelihoods of breeders, users, and other members of our community. This No Defamation Policy ("Policy") sets forth the standards governing user-generated content on the Service and the consequences for violating those standards.

2. Definition of Defamation

For purposes of this Policy, "defamation" refers to the publication of a false statement of fact, presented as truth, that damages the reputation of an identifiable person, business, or entity. Defamation encompasses both libel (written defamation) and slander (spoken defamation).

It is important to distinguish defamation from protected speech. Statements of opinion that are clearly identified as such, and that do not imply undisclosed false facts, are generally not defamatory. For example:

• "I feel this breeder was unresponsive" is an opinion based on personal experience and is protected speech.
• "This breeder sells sick dogs knowingly" is a statement of fact that, if false, may constitute defamation.

The distinction between opinion and fact depends on context, and SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right to evaluate reported content on a case-by-case basis.

3. What Is Permitted

Pet Breeder Hub values honest feedback. The following types of content are permitted and encouraged on the platform:

• Honest opinions clearly stated as personal views or experiences (e.g., "In my experience..." or "I felt that...")
• Factual accounts of genuine personal experiences with a breeder, including both positive and negative aspects
• Constructive criticism intended to help breeders improve their practices or to inform prospective buyers
• Verifiable factual claims supported by documentation, photographs, veterinary records, or other evidence
• Fair commentary on publicly available information about a breeder's business practices

4. What Is Prohibited

The following types of content are strictly prohibited on Pet Breeder Hub:

• Knowingly false statements of fact about a breeder, user, or any other individual or entity
• Unsubstantiated claims of illegal activity, including but not limited to accusations of fraud, animal abuse, or regulatory violations, without credible supporting evidence
• Personal attacks unrelated to a breeder's services, practices, or the quality of animals, including attacks based on race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, or other protected characteristics
• Revenge reviews motivated by personal disputes, business competition, or other reasons unrelated to a genuine customer experience
• Coordinated campaigns designed to artificially damage a breeder's reputation through multiple false or misleading reviews, whether organized by individuals, competitors, or third parties
• Fabricated testimonials or reviews from individuals who have not had a genuine interaction with the breeder
• Manipulated or falsified evidence, including doctored photographs, altered documents, or fabricated communications

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right to remove any content that, in its sole discretion, violates this Policy, and to suspend or permanently ban users who repeatedly or egregiously engage in prohibited conduct.

5. Platform Protections

Under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (47 U.S.C. 230), SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS is not the publisher or speaker of user-generated content posted on Pet Breeder Hub. The platform serves as a neutral intermediary, providing the tools and infrastructure for users to share their experiences.

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS moderates content in good faith to maintain the quality and integrity of the platform. However, the existence of moderation does not make SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS the author or publisher of third-party content, nor does it create an obligation to review, verify, or take responsibility for every piece of user-generated content.

While we strive to address reported content promptly, SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS shall not be held liable for any user-generated content, including content that may be defamatory, inaccurate, offensive, or otherwise objectionable. Responsibility for such content lies solely with the individual user who created and published it.

6. Reporting Defamatory Content

If you believe that content on Pet Breeder Hub is defamatory, you may report it through the following channels:

• Flag System: Use the built-in flag or report button available on reviews, listings, and other user-generated content to submit a report directly to our moderation team.
• Email: Send a detailed report to [email protected] identifying the specific content, explaining why you believe it is defamatory, and providing any supporting evidence.

When reporting defamatory content, please include:

• A link to or clear description of the content in question
• An explanation of which specific statements you believe are false
• Any evidence demonstrating the falsity of the statements
• Your contact information for follow-up

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS will review all reports and may, at its sole discretion, remove, edit, or retain the reported content. We are not obligated to disclose the outcome of any review to the reporting party or to the content author. The decision to remove or retain content does not constitute a legal determination as to whether the content is or is not defamatory.

7. Legal Action

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS takes defamation seriously and reserves the right to take the following actions in connection with defamatory content:

• Cooperation with law enforcement: SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS may cooperate with law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and courts of competent jurisdiction in the investigation of defamatory, fraudulent, or otherwise unlawful conduct.
• Disclosure of user information: SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS may disclose user information, including but not limited to account details, IP addresses, and content history, pursuant to valid legal process such as subpoenas, court orders, or other lawful requests.
• Pursuit of legal remedies: SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS reserves the right to pursue legal action against any user whose conduct causes harm to the platform, its reputation, or its community.

Users who post defamatory content may be held personally liable for damages resulting from their statements. This includes, but is not limited to, compensatory damages, special damages, and in cases of actual malice, punitive damages as permitted by applicable law.

Nothing in this Policy limits or waives any legal rights or remedies available to SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS, breeders, users, or any other affected party under applicable law.

8. Protection of Affiliates & Partners

This Policy extends to protect all affiliates, partners, service providers, contractors, officers, directors, employees, and agents of SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS (collectively, "Protected Parties"). Defamatory content directed at any Protected Party in connection with the Service is subject to the same prohibitions, reporting mechanisms, and enforcement actions described in this Policy.

Users are prohibited from publishing false statements of fact about any Protected Party's involvement with or role in the Service. Any reports of defamatory content targeting Protected Parties will be treated with the same urgency and scrutiny as reports targeting breeders or other users.

9. Contact Information

For questions about this Policy or to report defamatory content, please contact:

SARL MACHETTO DOUGLAS
161 rue de la Confrérie, 74500 Publier, France
Email: [email protected]
Website: petbreederdirectory.com