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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!

       

        Mike Rowland is the trainer on site.  They offer a wide range of classes for your pet.

  • 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.
  • American Association of Feline Practitioners
    The AAFP is similar to the American Medical Association for cat doctors, and has lots of good information regarding feline health.
  • Heartworm Society    Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
  • Novartis Animal Health
    This site is sponsored by Novartis, the makers of Interceptor and has useful information on heartworm prevention and flea control for pet owners.
  • Heartgard by Merial  Sponsored by the makers of Heartgard for heartworm protection, this site will get you the basic information on Heartgard and how it can protect your animal from Heartworm disease.
  • Frontline Plus by Merial
    Sponsored by the makers of Frontline Plus for flea and tick control, this site has basic information about fleas and ticks as well as Frontline Plus questions and answers.
  • Revolution by Pfizer  This site is sponsored by Pfizer and will answer all the questions you may have about Revolution for you pet.
  • Companion Animal Parastie Council  CAPC is an informational website on how you can protect your pet from the dangers of external and internal parasites. 
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. 
  • 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.
  • 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. 
  • 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.
  • Pet Rest

       Pet Rest is the final resting place for many loved pets that have passed on.  They are a family-owned and

      operated business that is a short drive from our clinic.  To learn more visit their website. 

  • 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 Schools in the US  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
  • Veterinary Information Network
    VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community
  • eVetSite Systems
    Makes it easy for veterinarians or their staff to create a professional and educational veterinary hospital website. eVetSite Systems makes web site design easy and affordable!