General Pet Health Information

www.petdental.com
Learn more about the importance of good pet dental care, and how bacteria in the mouth can cause serious health problems for pets.

www.veterinarypartner.com
A comprehensive database of cat and dog diseases.

www.vet.cornell.edu
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine website containing an extensive search library on animal health.

www.vetmed.wsu.edu
Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine website. From clipping claws to treating cancer, get the healthcare information you need for your pet.

www.healthypet.com
American Animal Hospital Association website that features an easy-to-use animal health library.

www.merckvetmanual.com
Merck Veterinary Manual with an extensive database of animal health topics.

www.aspca.org/pet-care/poisoncontrol
ASPCA Poison Control database that allows you to search an extensive library of poisonous items that could endanger your pet.

www.ansci.cornell.edu/plants
The Cornell University poisonous plants database.

www.cdc.gov/healthypets/
Center for Disease Control website regarding pets and zoonotic diseases. Includes information on animal parasites that can impact human health.

http://www.oncolink.com/types/section.cfm?c=22&s=69
University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Cancer Resource Center is a comprehensive and up-to-date site that includes a question/answer forum with veterinarians who specialize in Oncology.

Information on Specific Diseases

www.felinediabetes.com and www.caninediabetes.org
Pet owners and pet care professionals share opinions on the diagnosis and treatment of feline/canine diabetes. Pet health articles that contain the information that you need to understand this disease and assist you in treatment.

www.vet.ohio-state.edu/indoorcat.htm
The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine Indoor Cat Initiative. Features helpful information on cat health including urinary problems

www.canine-epilepsy.com/
Includes very helpful information and treatment options regarding epilepsy in dogs.

Vaccine Information

www.vmth.ucdavis.edu/vmth/clientinfo/info/genmed/vaccinproto.html
UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine lists current Canine and Feline vaccine protocols.

www.aahanet.org/PublicDocuments/VaccineGuidelines06Revised.pdf
The American Animal Hospital Association discusses vaccination guidelines

www.aafponline.org/resources/guidelines/2006_Vaccination_Guidelines_JAVMA.pdf
The American Association of Feline Practitioners website gives pros and cons of each vaccination and lists current vaccine protocols

Behavior/Training

www.pawsitivefit.com
The Pawsitive Fit Puppy and Dog Training website run by Susan Sarubin, a local Mt. Washington resident and client of ours. She has undergone formal dog training and is currently a member of the Association of Pet Dog Training. She may be reached at 410-925-4038.

www.dogwise.com
A complete website featuring a selection of behavior and training books for sale as well as information, forums, and chats regarding behavior issues.

www.aafponline.org/resources/guidelines/Feline_Behavior_Guidelines.pdf
The American Association of Feline Practitioners website provides information on feline behavior as well as other feline health issues.

Veterinary Associations and Organizations

www.healthypet.com
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) provides accreditation to only the very best animal hospitals. These hospitals have met a long list of requirements and are tested and inspected every couple of years.

www.gbvma.com
The Greater Baltimore Veterinary Medical Association is a non-profit, member-only organization that was founded in 1955. Their main goal is to provide the highest quality continuing education to the veterinary community here in Baltimore.

www.avma.org
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is one of the largest and oldest non-profit associations for veterinarians in the world. More than 80,000 veterinarians across the country are members.

Animal Shelters

www.aspca.org
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is a nationwide, non-profit animal shelter that is dedicated to helping stray and/or neglected and abused animals.

www.animalshelter.org/shelters/Maryland.asp
This site offers a complete list of animal shelters, including specific breed rescues, in Maryland