Trusted Resources From Around the Web
We’ve curated a list of websites that offer reliable, well-researched information on a variety of pet health and care topics. Whether you’re looking for information about a specific condition, exploring breed-specific traits, or navigating something difficult like the loss of a pet, the resources below are great places to start.
If there’s a resource you’ve found helpful that you’d like us to consider adding, we’d love to hear from you — give us a call or contact us online.
General Pet Health and Veterinary Care
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) — A broad starting point for trustworthy information on a wide range of veterinary medicine topics
- Ask AAHA: Answers From the Experts — The American Animal Hospital Association’s hub for pet owner questions, vaccine guidelines, parasite control, and more
- USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) — Updates on animal health topics and disease outbreaks
Cat Care and Resources
- AAFP Cat Owner Brochures — These educational client brochures from the American Association of Feline Practitioners can be downloaded or printed.
- Cornell Feline Health Center — Comprehensive, evidence-based information on cat health, behavior, and wellness from Cornell University.
- 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.
Dog Care and Resources
- American Kennel Club: Dog Breeds — A reference for dog breed characteristics, photos, and breed-specific care notes
- AKC: Fruits and Vegetables Dogs Can and Can’t Eat — A handy guide for what’s safe to share from your kitchen
- American Heartworm Society — Everything pet owners should know about heartworm disease, prevention, and treatment
Pet Behavior and Training
- Fear Free Happy Homes — Resources to help reduce fear, anxiety, and stress for pets at home and during veterinary visits
- American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB) — Find board-certified veterinary behaviorists and access expert resources for behavior issues
Emergencies and Poison Control
- ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center — 24/7 emergency poison control hotline and a searchable database of toxic substances. Their hotline number: (888) 426-4435 (consultation fee may apply)
- Pet Poison Helpline — Another 24/7 emergency poison resource. Hotline: (855) 764-7661
Microchipping
- HomeAgain Microchip Registry — Register or update your pet’s microchip information
Pet Loss and Grief Support
- Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement (APLB) — Grief counseling resources, inspirational stories, and support hotline
- Lap of Love: Pet Loss Support — Pet loss and bereavement resources, including a support line: (855) 352-LOVE (5683), Monday–Friday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM EST
Have a Resource to Recommend?
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