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! 

Disease-Related Web Sites

• Heartworm Society    Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
• Asthma.  Is your cat wheezing or having trouble breathing?  It could be asthma or heartworm disease.
• 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.
• Chronic Renal Failure in Cats
• Polycystic Kidney Disease in Cats.  This devastating disease is most common in Persians and Himalayans.
• Hyperthyroidism.  An overactive thyroid is common in senior cats and can cause significant weight loss.
• Diabetes.  Overweight cats are at risk for developing diabetes and arthritis.
• Overweight.  Being overweight has significant health risks for cats. 
• Arthritis.  Your senior cat is more likely to be slowing down from arthritis than old age.  We can help!
• Cardiomyopathy.  This heart problem can be managed, not cured.
• Feline Veterinary Emergency Assistance Program.  This organization provides funds as they are able for emergency care for cats with needy owners.

Animal Behavior

• Behavior problems  Founded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, best-selling authors and recognized experts on animal training and behavior, this site is a terrific resource for advice on a variety of behavioral problems. If you want to learn more about feline housesoiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!

Parasite Control

• Advantage Flea Control
  This site is sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, the makers of new K9 Advantix for dogs and Advantage flea control for dogs and cats. It is loaded with information about fleas and flea control.
• Novartis Animal Health
  This site is sponsored by Novartis, the makers of Sentinel, Interceptor and Program, and has useful information on heartworm prevention and flea control for pet owners.
• Frontline TopSpot by Merial
  Sponsored by the makers of Frontline TopSpot for flea and tick control, this site has basic information about fleas and ticks as well as TopSpot questions and answers
• Information on Worms.  

  Facing the loss of your cat or leaving your pet when you die
  
  Association of Pet Loss and BereavementWe 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
  Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members
  Free information on pet trusts and links to legal advice is available at estate planning for pets.org along with a pet-care cost calculator. 
  
  Nutrition Related Web Sites
  
  Royal Canin
  Iams
  Purina
  Hills Science Diet
  Wellness
  
  Reliable Sites for Feline Health Information

  • 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.
  • 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 Feline Health Center, established and maintained by the Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine.
  • Morris Animal Foundation, a leader in veterinary medical nutrition and research. 
  • Feline Advisory Bureau 
  • Winn Feline Health Organization

  Organized Cat Groups

  • 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.
  • Feline Agility Competition.  This new sport is sponsored by the CFA.
  • American Association of Cat Enthusiasts.

  Fun Sites 
  
  Coat Color Genetics.  Learn how coat color and patterns are passed from one generation to the next.
  Breed Rescue.  If you are looking for a particular breed of cat, breed rescue organizations are a great way to find a new cat. Pet Parenting. 
  Your cat will by styl'in with a new designer collar!
  Cats LOVE to climb and have their own place to snooze.  Here is some great feline furniture.
  Feline Conservation Center.  This non-profit organiation is dedicated to the protection and preservation of the world's endangered felines.
  How old is your cat really?  Take this quiz to see if your kitty is older or younger than his/her chronological age.
  Love all things cat?  Then check out this cool site.

  Organized Veterinary Medicine

• Veterinary Schools in the US  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.

  • 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