At Westside Animal Hospital, we believe that education is important to
help the human-animal bond. We have provided the following links to
websites that provide some great information on a variety of topics
related to veterinary medicine and pet care.
help the human-animal bond. We have provided the following links to
websites that provide some great information on a variety of topics
related to veterinary medicine and pet care.
Training Basic Commands Download these straightforward pdf's
here to learn how to teach your dog basic commands.
Behavior Problems in Dogs and Cats Download these
straightforward pdf's here to learn how to deal with common behavior
issues (house training, barking, aggression, separation anxiety, fear, and
much more).
Cat Scratching Answers the puzzle of why cats scratch and how to
prevent problem scratching.
Feline House soiling Written by a board-certified animal behavior
veterinarian, an easy to read primer on reasons for and dealing with feline
house soiling.
Indoor Cat Initiative A great website for enriching your indoor cat's
life and information for dealing with behavior issues.
Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians Check out the
articles about "the dog whisperer" approach. Recommended Reading
Looking for good books on behavior and training? There are some
"must-reads" on this list by the Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians.
Association of Pet Dog Trainers Looking for training class? Choose
a trainer who uses dog-friendly, positive-based methods.
Finding a New Pet
Microchipping your pet is one of the greatest gifts you can give. Learn
more .Home Again micro-chip system.
AKC Companion Animal Recovery
.
Durham County Animal Shelter Animal Protection Society of
Durham County.
Orange County Animal Shelter Animal Protection Society of
Orange County.
Canine Health Information Center (CHIC) Found a certain
breed? Before you choose a breeder, check here to see what the "gold
standard" is for health testing for that breed. We recommend that you
choose a breeder who tests for these genetic diseases!
Finding a responsible breeder Buying a puppy from a breeder?
Checklists for finding good breeders and avoiding "backyard breeders."
Code of Ethics for different dog breeds Decided on a purebred dog? Be
sure to visit the Code of Ethics for the national breed club to make sure
the breeder abides by them.
Code of Ethics for different dog breeds Decided on a purebred
dog? Be sure to visit the Code of Ethics for the national breed club to make
sure the breeder abides by them.
AKC Dog Breeds Information on AKC recognized breeds plus links to
purebred rescue groups.
The Cat Fanciers' Association
The world's largest registry of pedigreed
cats, with information on cat shows,
cat breeds, cat care and more.
Breeds of Dogs A quick reference guide
to many breeds of dogs, including photos
and brief descriptions of each breed's
characteristic
Pet Loss and Bereavement
Rainbow Bridge
Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific
tribute to our lost family members
Euthanasia and Grief Counseling
The American Veterinary Medical Association website where you will find
information on euthanasia and links to numerous veterinary school resources
for grief counseling helplines.
Pet Loss Helpline
The Companion Animal Related Emotions Pet Loss Helpline is a confidential
telephone service offered through the U. of Illinois College of Veterinary
Medicine. People who are either grieving the loss of a companion animal or
are anticipating a loss are encouraged to call. Links to online and other
resources can also be found here.
Rainbow Bridge
Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific
tribute to our lost family members
Euthanasia and Grief Counseling
The American Veterinary Medical Association website where you will find
information on euthanasia and links to numerous veterinary school resources
for grief counseling helplines.
Pet Loss Helpline
The Companion Animal Related Emotions Pet Loss Helpline is a confidential
telephone service offered through the U. of Illinois College of Veterinary
Medicine. People who are either grieving the loss of a companion animal or
are anticipating a loss are encouraged to call. Links to online and other
resources can also be found here.
Anesthesia Has an anesthetic procedure been recommended for your pet?
Learn more about what happens before, during, and after anesthesia.
Dental Care A great way to train your pet to accept tooth brushing.
Diabetes in Dogs and Cats Comprehensive information on pet diabetes.
Feline Chronic Renal Failure (CRF)
Feline Hyperthyroidism Has your cat been
diagnosed with overproduction of thyroid hormone by
the thyroid gland? Information from the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine.
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) Orthopedic and genetic
disease of animals.
Skin Infections/Allergies Numerous downloadable articles on various
skin disorders: allergic dermatitis, demodex mange, fungal infections, bacterial
infections.
Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing's disease) Information from the WSU
College of Veterinary Medicine.
Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's disease) Information from the WSU
College of Veterinary Medicine.
VetHab Rehabilitation Specializing in customized therapy and
rehabilitation after surgery as well as performance dogs, located in Raleigh, NC.
General Veterinary Links
Veterinary PartnerSearch for reliable, up-to-date animal health information
from the veterinarians and experts of the Veterinary Information Network (VIN),
the world's first and largest online veterinary database and community.
HealthyPet.com The American Animal Hospital Association's website for pet
owners.
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 under
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.
USFDA -Treating Pain In Your Dog Controlling your dog's pain is
essential to his overall well-being. Non-Steroidal Anti- Inflammatory Drugs
(NSAIDs) are a class of drugs commonly used to control pain and inflammation in
dogs. NSAIds help many dogs lead more comfortable lives.
Parasites
Companion Animal Parasite Council Information on parasites in both
dogs and cats (roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, mites,
coccidia, fleas, ticks, heartworms, and toxoplasmosis).
Heartworm Society Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm
disease can be found here!
Specific Veterinary Links |
How to give oral medication to a cat
Step-by-step instructions with photos. Feline
Health Center at Cornell University College of
Veterinary Medicine Videos on how to give a cat
medication, caring for a diabetic cat, trimming
claws, and brushing your cat's teeth.
Step-by-step instructions with photos. Feline
Health Center at Cornell University College of
Veterinary Medicine Videos on how to give a cat
medication, caring for a diabetic cat, trimming
claws, and brushing your cat's teeth.
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