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.

• 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. 

• California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) It's About Pets Page  Good source of information for pet owners in California. 
• 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.
• HealthyPet (by AAHA)  Good information for pet owners provided by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) 
• 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, including short helpful videos.

• 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 numbers and many other resources.

• The Educated Pet  A very good choice for obedience training for your dog or puppy. 

• 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.
• 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 house soiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!  
• 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 Kennel Club (AKC)  The organization for purebred dogs in the USA.  This site contains information about breeds of dogs, and also great tips on choosing and raising a dog.

• 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.
• Heartworm Society   Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
• 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..

• Advantage Flea Control  This site is sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, the makers of 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. 

• Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI)  VPI is the oldest and most successful veterinary health insurance company.  (Provided for your information.  This is not an endorsement). 

• AVID Microchips  Update your pet's registration information, search for the registered owner of a found pet, information about the microchips, etc.