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!

PRODUCT INFORMATION

• Frontline Plus by Merial Frontline Plus is a topical flea and tick control medication. This site has information and Q&A.
• Revolution by Pfizer This topical flea control medication also treats ear mites, hookworms, roundworms and prevents feline heartworm.
• HomeAgain Pet Recovery Service This is the site for learning about microchip identification. In the event your cat becomes lost, learn how a microchip can aid in the return of your cat to your home.

DISEASES

• Diabetes Mellitus Saving diabetic cats since 1996.
• H1N1 Flu Virus The American Veterinary Medical Association answers questions about the spread of H1N1 flu virus between pets and owners.
• Heartworm Disease From the American Heartworm Society, established 1974.
• Hyperthyroid Frequently Asked Questions From the Feline Hyperthyroid Treatment Center of Washington state.

EDUCATION

• Cats International-helping cats and cat owners This is a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to helping people better understand their feline companions.
• Cornell Feline Health Center is a veterinary medical specialty center devoted to improving the health and well-being of cats everywhere.
• 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 the 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.
• 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 like the American Medical Association for cat doctors, and has lots of good information regarding feline health.
• Veterinary Information Network
  VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community.
• 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.
• PetFinder Adopt a homeless pet.
• Veterinary Schools in the US  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
• American Board of Veterinary Practitioners Information on becoming a board certified Veterinarian.

GRIEVING

• Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement We have all experienced the pain of losing a pet. The Association for 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.