Specific Conditions
Feline Renal Failure A great website with
an explanation of chronic renal failure (kidney disease) in cats, how it
is diagnosed, and treatment options.
Feline Diabetes A well-conceived website
detailing information about diabetes in cats. This guide provides
introductory information about the disease and its treatment, along with
a message board for questions, extensive links, photo gallery, and the
"Diary of a Diabetic Cat."
Heartworm Disease A detailed look at heartworm disease including a dogs vs cats comparison chart illustrating major differences. Presented by the American Veterinary Medical Association.
Cat Scratch Disease Also called Cat
Scratch Fever, this is an uncommon disease.
Rabies Information on rabies from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Feline Hypertrophic
Cardiomyopathy Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy -- a heart
disease where areas of heart muscle enlarge and thicken -- is the most
common heart disease in cats.
Radioiodine (I-131) Considered the
"treatment of choice" for cats suffering from hyperthyroidism.
Pets Need Dental Care Too Poor oral
health in dogs and cats can cause serious health problems in addition to
painful tooth loss or gum disease.
Deafness in Dogs and Cats Information on
deafness prevalence, causes, & management for owners, breeders, and
researchers.
Canine Epilepsy
Excellent, thorough client reference site. Affiliated with the
Veterinary School at the University of Missouri at Columbia, this site
reviews canine seizure disorders, treatment, history and more.
Feline Kidney
Transplantation This website is meant to provide
information for clients considering renal transplantation in their
cats.
Cat Care Videos
This video library covers topics such as caring for your diabetic cat, giving your cat a pill, trimming your cat's claws, and more.
Veterinary Dermatologist The home page for
Dr. Thomas Lewis, our local veterinary dermatology specialist.
Argeres Animal Alternatives, Inc. The website of Dr. Susan Erika Argeres, our local veterinary acupuncturist.
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Pet Safety
Animal Poison Control The ASPCA Animal
Poison Control Center is the only animal-oriented poison control center
in North America.
AKC
Companion Animal Recovery The AKC Companion Animal
Recovery (CAR) program is dedicated to providing lifetime recovery
services for microchipped and tattooed pets. CAR is the largest database
of microchipped pets in the United States.
Poisonous Plants Maintained by Cornell
University, this website is a growing reference that includes plant
images, pictures of affected animals and presentations concerning the
botany, chemistry, toxicology, diagnosis and prevention of poisoning of
animals by plants and other natural flora (fungi, etc.).
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Behavior Problems
Pet Care Library
Behavior information from the American Animal Hospital
Association.
Introducing Your New Puppy To Other Pets
Information on how to introduce your new dog to your resident
dog.
Fear of Thunder and Loud Noises It is not
uncommon for dogs to be frightened of thunder, firecrackers or other
loud sounds. Many fear-related problems can be successfully
resolved.
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Pet Insurance
Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI)
CFA Pet Healthcare Plan
Pets Best Insurance
ASPCA Pet Health Insurance
Embrace Pet Insurance
Purina Care® Pet Health Insurance
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Local Vet-Related
Organizations
ABQ
Dog A fun site aimed at providing Albuquerque dog owners
and visitors with everything they need to enjoy the city with their best
friend.
Albuquerque Cat Action Team
(A.C.A.T.) Albuquerque and New Mexico's first no-kill
organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of stray, orphaned, abused
and neglected cats.
Greyhound Companions of New Mexico
(GCNM) Greyhound Companions of New Mexico is a certified
non-profit organization founded in 1993 for the purpose of rescuing
retired racing greyhounds.
Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico, Inc. Lapdog Rescue is a wonderful local organization that is committed to saving the "little guys and gals."
Rio Grande Kennel Club Information on local
AKC events and other links.
Sandia Dog Obedience Club Puppy and
adult dog training.
Pets are Wonderful Support (P.A.W.S.) New
Mexico AIDS Services' program to assist their clients keep and maintain
their animal companions.
People's Anti Cruelty Association
Albuquerque Animal Rescue (PACA) This Albuquerque group's mission is to
rescue, rehabilitate and rehouse homeless dogs and cats. PACA has no
shelter facility and relies on an organized network of foster parents
who graciously take animals into their homes and hearts until permanent
homes are found.
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National Vet-Related
Organizations
American Animal Hospital Association Your
link for healthy pets! This is the official website for the American
Animal Hospital Association, an organization of more than 17,000
veterinary care providers committed to giving excellence in small animal
care.
Pet
Loss Grief Support A gentle and compassionate website for
pet lovers who are grieving over the death of a pet or an ill pet.
Pet Loss and Bereavement Counseling
American Veterinary Medical Association
The official site of the AVMA provides a good resource for a variety of
pet-related topics, including buying a pet, animal safety, selecting a
veterinarian, pet stories, and more.
American Humane Association Founded in
1877, the American Humane Association (AHA) is the only national
organization in the US dedicated to child and animal protection.
American Kennel Club For purebred dog
enthusiasts, the American Kennel Club's website has resources on
choosing a puppy, DNA registration, Canine Good Citizen certification,
dogs in competition and more!
The
Cat Fancier's Association The world's largest registry of
pedigreed cats. At this site you'll find information on cat shows, cat
breeds and cat care, and a showcase of top winning cats.
American Pet Association The APA is an
independent, national humane organization dedicated to promoting
responsible pet ownership through action, services and
education.
Orthopedic Foundation For Animals The OFA,
established in 1966, is a not-for-profit organization originally created
to assist breeders in addressing hip dysplasia. In recent years OFA has
added databases to assist breeders in assessing elbow and patella
deformities, congenital heart disease, DNA databases and more.
United
States Department of Agriculture This is the homepage of
the USDA, a good resource for more information on Mad Cow Disease and
Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
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Exotic & Pocket Pets
House
Rabbit Society An all-volunteer, non-profit organization
that rescues rabbits and educates the public on rabbit care and
behavior.
Minnesota Herpetological Society The
Minnesota Herpetological Society (MHS) works to promote the study and
conservation of reptiles and amphibians. This includes attending events
to educate the public in the ecological role of reptiles and amphibians,
and holding monthly member meetings to promote an atmosphere for open
discussion of herpetology.
Association of Avian Veterinarians Created
by veterinarians with a special interest in bird medicine, this site is
also a good general resource for those with an interest in our fine
feathered friends.
Bird Health & Care Tips Information on
toxicity in birds, anatomy illustrations, Macaw weights and measures
chart, the Macaw ER, etc.
Harrison's Bird Foods Harrison's Bird Foods is a family of certified organic pet bird diets that were formulated to make your bird as healthy as it can possibly be.
AquaLink The Largest Aquaria Web Resource
in the World. AquaLink is a free WWW service dedicated to fish keepers
interested in freshwater and marine fish, aquatic plants, goldfish, reef
systems, invertebrates and corals.
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Products & Supplies
Kong Dog Toys Dr. Beebe had this to say
about the Kong dog chew toy: "This is one of the few dog toys I've found
that can stand up to Jack's punishing jaws; definitely one of my dog's
favorites!"
American Veterinary Identification Devices (AVID) Microchips.
K9
Carts The original manufacturer of "K9 Carts" wheelchairs
for mobility-impaired pets, designed by Veterinary Orthopedic Specialist
Dr. Lincoln Parkes over 36 years ago.
Hill's Pet Foods Makers of Science Diet and
Prescription Diet pet foods.
Royal Canin Dog and cat food.
Waltham Waltham Pet Foods, a leading
authority on pet care and nutrition.
USANA Health Sciences Vitamin products for dogs.
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Our Veterinary Alma Maters
Colorado State University College of Veterinary
Medicine
Dr. McGuire's alma mater.
Washington State University College of Veterinary
Medicine Dr. Truesdell's alma mater.
Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Fletcher's alma mater.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Sekerak's alma mater.
Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences Dr. Wright's alma mater.
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Fun Sites
Three Dog Bakery
A fabulous, posh dog bakery located in Northeast Albuquerque. Wholesome, nutritious, and of course, delicious treats are available in all shapes and sizes for your canine companion.
The Bark This is a fantastic new publication that is dedicated to the dogs--with wonderful ideas, questions, and comments for those with a canine heart.
Doggles As showcased on CNN, this site
features custom eyewear for your dog.
Naturesongs.com An interesting website
that provides samples of various natural sounds, including bird calls,
bullfrog choruses, coyote howls, and more.
Albuquerque Biological Park Information
on the Albuquerque Aquarium, Rio Grande Botanic Garden and Rio Grande
Zoo.
New Mexico Museum of Natural History
and Science This site includes current news and events at
the museum, the current exhibits, New Mexico dinosaurs and mammals,
Volcanoes of New Mexico, volunteer opportunities, as well as "Behind the
Scenes" information.
American International Rattlesnake
Museum American International Rattlesnake Museum, tucked
away into a corner shop in Old Town, is the kind of place that people
who are afraid of snakes should not enter.
A Backyard Wildlife Habitat Lists ways to create a habitat in your backyard to attract birds and other wildlife.
The Nature
Conservancy The Nature Conservancy, the world's largest
conservation organization, has helped safeguard more than 12 million
acres of natural habitat in the U.S.
How To Build A Dog House A step by step review (with pictures) of how to design and build a fabulous new home
for your dog.
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