Terms of Use

Plain-language terms for using Yip & Howl. By using this site, you agree to these guidelines.

Safety first

• This site is not an emergency service. If anyone is in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or animal control first.
• Do not chase, feed, harass, or corner wildlife or animals you see referenced on this site.
• Respect private property, posted signs, and local laws.

Community-submitted content

Reports and messages are submitted by community members. Information may be incomplete, inaccurate, or out of date. Use your best judgment and verify details when it matters.

Acceptable use

• No harassment, hate, threats, doxxing, stalking, or attempts to identify or target individuals.
• No posting exact home addresses or highly sensitive personal information.
• No illegal activity. Do not use this site to plan or encourage unsafe behavior around wildlife.
• Do not upload content you do not have the right to share.

Moderation

The site may remove content that violates these guidelines, and may limit access to abusive traffic. Photo uploads may be reviewed before appearing publicly.

Contact and feedback

If you find a problem with content or safety, please report it to the site administrator.