Informational Links for the Caring Pet Owner
From General Pet Information, to Dog-Related and Cat-Related Sites, to Pet Loss and even Pet Travel, you'll find a wealth of pet related information.
Dog-Related Sites
- AKC: This site lists all of the dog breeds.
- Purina: Here is some general information on dogs.
- Senior Dogs Project: This website helps promote the adoption, health, and happiness of senior dogs.
Cat-Related Sites
- Cat Fancier's Association: This website has information on cat shows, cat breeds, cat care, as well as a showcase of top winning cats.
- Cornell University: This website contains information on medical topics relating to cat health care.
- Ohio State University: This website provides information related to enriching the lives of indoor cats.
- ThyroCat: This website contains information on hyperthyroidism in cats.
General Pet Sites
- American Heartworm Society: This website talks about heartworm disease.
- ASPCA: Learn more about the ASPCA
- Pet Behavior: Information on pet behavior concerns from the ASPCA.
- Poison Control: Poison control information from the ASPCA.
- CDC: Information on the West Nile Virus.
- PetFinder: Are you looking to adopt a pet? PetFinder has some great options.
- PetPartners: Learn more about the human-animal health connection.
- PetPlace: A good source of information for your pet.
- Pet Poison Helpline: They can help whenever you are concerned your pet may have come into something toxic/dangerous.
- Pets and Parasites: These are recommendations for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of parasite infections.
Pet Loss Information
- Cornell University: The College of Veterinary Medicine offers resources and support.
- Tufts University: They offer a Grief Support Hotline and articles regarding the loss of a pet.
- University of Florida: They offer a Grief Support Hotline plus some articles on coping with pet loss.
Traveling With Your Pet
- USDA: Visit here for travel requirements with your pet.
