R E S O U R C E S

We provide these resources for your interest and education, however, always check with your veterinarian first before trying any new therapy or procedure.

1. Veterinary Reference Websites
Veterinarian written websites with many resources for breeds, names, articles on choosing a pet, symptoms, health, care and behavior.

www.healthypet.com
www.PetPlace.com
www.veterinarypartner.com
www.PetDocsOnCall.com
WebMD Pet Health Exchange
www.MassachusettsAnimalCoalition.org
VIDEO library on pet care and health topics (such as how to give meds, how to remove ticks, etc.)
2. Parasites (e.g., ticks, fleas & intestinal worms)
Lyme Disease
www.petsandparasites.org
3. First Aid for Pets
American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)/Healthy Pet: Pet First Aid
The University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine: Basic First Aid for Your Pet
VeterinaryPartner.com: First Aid and Emergency Care
4. Disaster Preparedness and Pets
Pet Emergency Preparedness Plan
AVMA
SMART State of MA Animal Response Team
University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine: Family Disaster Plan Should Include Pets
Humane Society Be a Lifesaver: Disaster Planning Can Save Your Pet in an Emergency
5. Diabetes
General info on dog and cat diabetes with video on home testing.
  This is an excellent site with links to many related articles.
Home blood testing of cats with diabetes with video and slides
Pet Diabetes Month
General info on cat diabetes
www.FelineDiabetes.com
Dictionary of diabetic and medical terms
6. Influenza Virus (Flu)
Frequently Asked Questions about H1N1 and Pets
Read about H3N8 Canine Influenza (Dog Flu)
7. Asthma
Feline Asthma
8. Household Dangers
Animal Poison Control Center
Top 10 Human Medications That Poison Our Pets
17 Poisonous Plants
People Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Pets

Household dangers for Cats
Humane Society List of Household dangers
Toxic Foods for Dogs
Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs
Holiday Safety Tips
9. Pet Food
Balance IT - Instantly create homemade pet food recipes!
10. Names
MSPCA list of Pet Names
Cat names – unusual and even for pairs
11. Behavior & Training Resources
Resources for Behavior & Training
12. Other
Import/Export and Interstate Travel with Pets
Therapeutic Rehab Products designed for cats and dogs (e.g., Velcro bandages, wraps, covers)
Pet Airways where pets fly first class, not in cargo
Kipling poem: 'The Power Of The Dog'
FutureVet - Educational Materials for Kids, Students, Veterinarians and Educators.
Please check with your veterinarian before trying any new therapy or procedure.