Links

In addition to the Pet Health Care Library, we have provided the following 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. If we like them, we will add them to our list!

Find Informaton on: Entertainment
                           Kids and Pets
                           Plants and Poisons
                           Grief and Loss
                           Cats
                           Dogs
                           General Information

Also, for information on petsitters, boarding, training resources, pet stores, pet taxis, dog parks, and more see our local Resources page.

• Pet Arthritis - Information from the Morris Animal Foundation including interviews, videos, and articles about pet arthritis
• Seattle Animal Shelter  License your pet online, find about about pet adoption, spay and neuter services and more
• Heartworm Society    Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!  

•  PetStyle - Lifestyle Network for Pet Lovers, includes PetStyle TV, with an exclusive show, The Wag. People are also encouraged to upload their own videos.
• DogCatRadio.com - A radio station designed to entertain your furry loved one while you are away at work. The radio station plays 17 hours a day and also includes webisodes that are geared toward travel destinations, creative home ideas, training tips and more.

• Is your pet a part of the family? Learn more about protecting your pet and the community at Companion Animal Parasite Council..
• Do you pets and kids? Or do you have kids and you are considering getting a pet? Please check out Growing Up With Pets.

• National Animal Poison Control Center
  This is the website of the Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center. Find information about people foods, cosmetics, household cleaners and many issues not related to poison control.
• 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.

• 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 many other resources.
• Rainbow Bridge
  Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members.
• Humane Society's Pet Loss Support Group - This group meets for free every week and can help you with the grief associated with the loss of your dear friend.
• Cornell University's Pet Loss Support Hotline - This support hotline is staffed by volunteer veterinary students who have undergone extensive training with professional grief counselors.

• 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.
• 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.
• Feline Hyperthyroid Treatment Center A great resource if your cat has been diagnosed as hyperthyroid.
• Travel with Cats - An infomative article by the Cat Fanciers' Association
• Catalyst Council "is reaching out to all parties - the pet healthcare community, shelter and welfare organizations, government, commercial groups, and the public - to ensure that cats receive the proper care and attention they need and deserve."

Dogs

• 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 reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos, temperament, life expectancy, grooming, and more. 
• My Smart Puppy  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. There are a variety of articles on a variety of subjects. 
• DogTime - This web site has Pet Blogs, videos, articles, videos, forums, dog e-cards and much more.
• DogFriendly - A web site that lists a ton of dog friendly places: hotels, beaches, RV camps, restaurants with outdoor dining and more.

• 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.
• Veterinary Information Network - VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community