petstoreguideline
nounUK /ˈpɛtstɔːˌɡaɪdlaɪn/
US /ˈpɛtstɔːrˌɡaɪdlaɪn/
A rule that tells people how to take good care of animals in a pet store.
The petstoreguideline says every puppy must get fresh water twice a day.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A written instruction for customers about how to choose and buy a pet safely.
The petstoreguideline on the wall explains how to pick a healthy fish.
3. A set of rules for keeping a pet store clean and safe for animals and people.
Workers follow the petstoreguideline to clean the cages every morning.
4. An official guide used by pet store staff to decide how to treat sick animals.
The manager checked the petstoreguideline before calling the vet.