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. Here at Hopi Animal Hospital, we know our clients like to do much of their own research.  Below you will find a good start, and what we consider some pretty reliable web sites.  Unfortunately, not all information you might find on the web is 100% accurate, so don't hesitate to contact us if anything confuses you or seems questionable.  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 and we may add them to our list!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Library:

Veterinary Partner
Veterinary Partner is the world's first and largest online veterinary community.  This is a reliable site to find information on almost any topic, written by veterinarians.

General Veterinary :

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.

Cornell Consultant
Database of disease information which lists basic descriptions and symptoms. Searchable by symptom or diagnosis.

http://www.petsandparasites.org
CAPC website which discusses parasites and pet ownership – very comprehensive site.

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.

Genetic Testing Lab for Pet's- Diseases, Progeny etc.
This link is to a company which specializes in testing for specific genes: whether for disease identification or for phenotype (appearance).

Specialty Boards:

American Board of Veterinary Practitioners - www.abvp.com
American College of Veterinary Dermatology - www.acvd.org
American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care - www.acvecc.org
American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - www.acvim.org
American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists - www.acvo.com
American College of Veterinary Surgeons - www.acvs.org

Infectious Disease Links:

Valley Fever Center for Excellence
Top-notch site brought to you by the University of Arizona.  Look to the link on the upper left hand side about valley fever in dogs.

American Heartworm Society
Pet owner information, treatment guidelines and answers to frequently asked questions.

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.

Oncology Links:

Abramson Cancer Society at UPenn

The Veterinary Cancer Society

Colorado State University Animal Cancer Center

Pet Loss and Grieving:

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
This is a site dedicated as a tribute to our lost companions.

Dog Links:

Choosing a new puppy
This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy.

American Kennel Club - www.akc.org.
The Kennel Club’s website about breeding and showing dogs.

Dog Breeder and Breed Information etc.
More information about breeding and showing dogs, overviews of specific breeds.

Fido Finder - Where Lost Dogs Are Found

Puppy Finder and Animal Information
Information on finding and raising a puppy.

Arthritis and Glucosamine Information Center
Information and research about arthritis and glucosamine, tips on dealing with arthritis.

Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in Dogs
Site sponsored by Pfizer Animal Health and designed to help dog owners, veterinarians, and their staff in recognizing Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in senior dogs.

Neurology Service at the VMTH
Scroll down to "Specific Conditions" on the home page for in-depth articles on seizure disorders, vestibular disease,hind leg paralysis, and degenerative myelopathy.

Therapy Pets:

Delta Society-Pet Assisted Therapy Services

Pet Therapy Program Listings By State

Cat Links:

Indoor Cat Initiative

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 Association of Feline Practitioners
The AAFP is like the American Medical Association for cat doctors, and has lots of good information regarding feline health.

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
A series of how-to videos provided by Cornell University's Feline Health Center 

Feline Chronic Renal Failure
In depth explanation of CRF, tests and diagnostics, medications, and related problems. Also contains supportive information for the caregivers of cats with CRF.

Feline Diabetes.com
An introductory pet health guide about treatment of diabetes in cats.

RadioCat - Radioactive iodine therapy for cats with hyperthyroidism
Company sponsored site discussing the pros and cons of Radioactive Iodine Therapy as a treatment for hyperthyroid cats.

Nutrition:

Hills Health Center
Nutrition information from the company that produces Science Diet and Prescription Diets.

IAMS Pet Foods
Nutrition information from the company that produces Iams and Eukanuba Foods.

Purina Pet Care Center
Nutrition information from the company that produces Purina Foods.

Waltham Pet Care
Nutrition information from the company that produces Waltham and Royal Canin Diets.

Birds:

Lafeber Company Homepage
Nutrition and bird care information from the company that produces Lafeber bird food.

The Hot Spot for Birds
General bird basic information, avian reference center.

The Pet Bird FAQ Index
Questions and answers about pet birds.

Ferrets:

miamiferret.org
Very comprehensive site dealing with ferret care and medical and surgical issues.

Crafty Creatures - http://www.craftycreatures.com/forferretsonly/index.html
Good source for cages and some supplies, excellent links to other ferret sites.

http://www.ferretcongress.org/CriticalLinks.html
Links to absolutely everything ferret.

Rabbits:

The House Rabbit Society
Basic rabbit care and dietary information as well as information on rabbit behavior, medicine, and surgery.

Guinea pigs:

cavyspirit.com
Guinea Pig education, care, rescue and adoption website.

Hamsters:

www.hamsterific.com
Very comprehensive site about basic pet hamster care and feeding.

Handicapped Pets:

K-9 Carts for Paralyzed Animals
Company which produces wheelchairs for disabled pets of all types.

PetSafetyBelts.com offers the one of the most important safety products for you and your dog; a comfortable, safe, and attractive seat belt.
More than just seatbelts – general supplies for the handicapped pet.

General Pet Care:

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals - www.aspca.org

NetPets - Your Internet Pet Connection
Online veterinary resources and links.

Nice Page for Pet Care – (Actually called PetSource)
General pet care information.

Pet Doors
Company for pet door sales.

Pet Health Organizer
Software to allow you to track your pet health information on your home computer.

Pet Web Site
General pet care information.

PetSafetyBelts.com offers the one of the most important safety products for you and your dog; a comfortable, safe, and attractive seat belt.
More than just seatbelts – general supplies for the handicapped pet.

Protected Pet ID
Software to keep your pet’s identification information safely on your home computer.

The Pet Center
See a “virtual” pet hospital.

The Pet Professor – Actually, Petstyle.com
Pet entertainment and style center.

www.peteducation.com
Dr. Foster and Smith’s website for “everything pets”.

Pet Publications:

Animal Network

Cat Fancy Magazine

Dog Fancy Magazine