Links

Here are links to websites that provide some great information on a variety of topics related to veterinary medicine and pet health care. We will update this page frequently, and would love to hear your ideas on links that you would like to see us add to this page to share with other pet owners. Feel free to send us your favorites.

Choosing a new puppy This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy
Breeds of Dogs A quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breed's characteristics.
Heartworm Society Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
Behavior problems Founded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, best-selling authors and recognized experts on animal training and behavior, this site is a terrific resource for advice on a variety of behavioral problems. If you want to learn more about feline housesoiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!
Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement
We have all experienced the pain of losing a pet. The Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement has set up this site for support during this most difficult time. You will find inspirational stories, grief counseling resources, hotline number and much other valuable information.
National Animal Poison Control Center
This website includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center.
Plants Toxic to Animals, Introduction -- Vet Med Library, UIUC
A lot of information about toxic plants can be found here. You can search under common name or scientific name of the plant.
The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
This website has lots of pictures, as well as information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and much more.
Veterinary Schools in the U.S. 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 Disease, foot and mouth disease, and many other things.
Advantage Flea Control
This site is sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, the makers of new K9 Advantix for dogs and Advantage flea control for dogs and cats. It is loaded with information about fleas and flea control.
Novartis Animal Health
This site is sponsored by Novartis, the makers of Sentinel, Interceptor and Program, and has useful information on heartworm prevention and flea control for pet owners.
Frontline TopSpot by Merial
Sponsored by the makers of Frontline TopSpot for flea and tick control, this site has basic information about fleas and ticks as well as TopSpot questions and answers
Rainbow Bridge
Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members
List of friends on the Veterinary Information Network

West Vancouver veterinarian Cathy Wilkie, Animal Medical Hospital

Toronto, Ontario veterinarian Allen Gignac, Yorkville Animal Hospital

Morgantown, WV veterinarian Steve Zucker, Animal Medical Center

Colchester, CT veterinarian Janet Ford, DVM, Paw Prints Animal Hospital

Addison, TX veterinarian David Landers, Brookhaven pet Hospital

Plymouth, MA veterinarian Norm Stillman, Court Street Animal Hospital

China Grove, NC veterinarian Scott R Vaughan, DVM, China Grove Animal Hospital

Issaquah, WA Veterinarian Lisa Bennett, DVM, Beaver Lake Animal Hospital

Adealide veterinarian Mark Reeve, Tea Tree Gully Veterinary Hospital

Clinton Township, MI Hardev Saini, veterinarian, Great lakes Animal Hospital

Baltimore, MD veterinarian Sue Reiter, Rosedale Animal Hospital

Nanuet, NY veterinarian Michael Goldmann Nanuet Animal Hospital
American Veterinary Medical Association
This site is a good starting point to learn more about a variety of topics, including feline injection-site sarcomas and the latest subjects in veterinary medicine
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