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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!
Our Emergency topics are to be used to aid you in identifying problems that require immediate veterinary care. If you have an emergency or are concerned that your pet is injured or ill, please do not hesitate to call us at (760) 564-3833.
Disaster/Emergency Preparedness:
Humane Society
This site provides many resources to help you prepare for an emergency with your pets.
FOOD RECALLS:
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.
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.
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.
Behavior and Training
BRRattlesnake Aversion Training Your dog can learn to avoid the sight, smell and sound of rattlesnakes
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!
Growing Up With Pets
Growing Up With Pets is an educational program devoted to bringing parents a resource for information and advice on how to help them foster strong, healthy relationships between their children and their pets.
Cats and Kittens
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
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.
Dogs and Puppies
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.
Food
Pet Food Recall Updated info on recalled pet food
Insurance - Canine and Feline
  
Loss of a Pet
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
Veterinary Medicine
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
Pets and Parasites
Information provided by the Companion Animal Parasite Council
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
Handicapped Pets
HandicappedPets.com is for the caretakers of elderly, disabled, and special needs pets, providing all the products, services, and support you need including dog wheelchairs, help and advice, and listings of the service providers you need.
Healthy Happy Cat Campaign Find resources and fun materials just for cat lovers
Heartworm Society Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
It's About Pets Resources for pet owners from the California Veterinary Medical Association
National Pet Wellness Month A fun site with quizzes and information so you can learn more about the best plan for your pet's health.
Pets Need Dental Care, Too Information on dental health and its importance for cats and dogs
Veterinary Schools in the US This is a great link to all of the veterinary schools in the United States.
Business Associations
EMERGENCY - First Aid
EMERGENCY - Toxins and Poisons
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