Resources & Links
In addition to the Pet Health Care Library, we have provided the following links to websites that offer some great information on various topics related to veterinary medicine and pet health care. We will update this page frequently and would love to hear your ideas on links you would like us to add to this page to share with other pet owners. Feel free to send us your favorites. If we like them, we will add them to our list!
- Choosing a new puppy
This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy - Heartworm Society
Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here! - Behavior problems
We are dedicated to helping others experience the same joy we share with our pets. Our insight into the animal’s point of view and awareness of how all our interactions affect them allows us and our pets to have fun and enjoy life together every day. - National Animal Poison Control Center
This is the website of the National Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center. - Poisonous Plants
This site is sponsored by the University of Illinois and has a wealth of information on Poisonous Plants - The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
The Cat Fanciers' Association website has lots of pictures, as well as information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and much more. - Veterinary Schools in the US
This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States. - USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
The USDA maintains this website with information on a variety of animal health-related topics, including the latest news on such things as Mad Cow Diseases, foot and mouth disease, and many other things. - AAHA - Healthy Pet
This site is sponsored by the American Animal Hospital Association. It has a wealth of information for pet owners. - People Foods to Avoid Feeding to Your Pet
This is a web page written by a Veterinary Partner to describe foods that are potentially harmful to pets. - Rainbow Bridge
Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members. - West Nile Virus
This site is maintained by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta and has the latest information on the spread of West Nile Virus in the US, as well as information on disease transmission, symptoms, etc. - American Association of Feline Practitioners
The AAFP is like the American Medical Association for cat doctors and has lots of good information regarding feline health. - Veterinary Information Network
VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community.
