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!

 

  • Behavior Problems - Veterinarian, animal behaviorist, and dog trainer, Dr. Ian Dunbar has authored numerous books and DVDs about puppy/dog behavior and training.  In 1982, Dr. Dunbar designed and taught the world's very first off-leash puppy socialization and training classes -- SIRIUS® Puppy Training.  SIRIUS® emphasized the importance of teaching bite inhibition, early socialization, temperament training, and simple solutions for common and predictable behavior problems, as well as basic household manners.
  • Association of Pet Dog Trainers - The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is a professional organization of individual trainers who are committed to becoming better trainers through education.  We were founded in 1993 by Ian Dunbar DVM, Ph.D.
  • National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors - NADOI is the only professional organization to require that all applicants demonstrate proficiency in their craft, as tested and measured by their peers, before membership is granted. NADOI members are found all across the USA and in many foreign countries.

 

  • Keeping Indoor Pets Happy - Perhaps the most important elements in providing for the well being of the pets, are a predictable daily routine, predictable consequences and environmental enrichment. Presented by the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine.

 

  • Instead of Declawing Your Cat - Most cats will NOT be significantly destructive to furniture, drapes, carpet, etc. if provided attractive alternative outlets for their normal scratching and climbing behaviors.  Check out this cool cat furniture!
  • Cat Nutrition Basics - Learn why cats have a better chance at optimal health if they are fed a canned food diet instead of dry kibble.
  • All About Cats - The Feline Health Center is a veterinary medical specialty center devoted to improving the health and well-being of cats everywhere.  Presented by the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine.

 

  • Supporting Research for Cat Diseases - The Winn Feline Foundation is a non-profit organization established in 1968 that supports studies to improve cat health. Projects funded by Winn provide information that is used every day to treat cat diseases.
  • Tumors from Vaccinations in Cats - The Vaccine-Associated Feline Sarcoma Task Force was formed in November 1996 in response to the increased incidence of soft tissue sarcomas occurring at vaccination sites.
  • Kidney Failure in Cats - While feline chronic renal failure is progressive and terminal, with some effort, a lot of love, patience, dedication and an early diagnosis, the condition may be managed effectively for some time.
  • Diabetes in Dogs & Cats - This Pet Diabetes website is designed to give you quick reference to URL links that may answer many of your questions.

 

  • Healthy Pets, Healthy People - By following CDC's simple tips on the Healthy Pets, Healthy People Web site, you can enjoy your pets while protecting yourself against diseases they carry.

 

  • Pet Adoptions and Lost & Found - Welcome to Petfinder.com! The virtual home of 356,885adoptable pets from 13,652adoption groups!  The Petfinder.com Classifieds are for Lost Pets, Found Pets, Pets Wanted and Adoptable Pets.

 

  • Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center - It is our intent to be among the nation's premier surgical referral centers specializing in orthopedic, soft tissue and neurosurgery for companion animals.
  • Veterinary Medicine Specialists of Dallas/Ft. Worth - Veterinary Medicine Specialists of Dallas / Ft. Worth (VMS), established in August 2008, is a referral-based practice that specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of internal medicine disorders in dogs and cats.  
  • Center for Veterinary Specialty Care - We offer specialties in neurology, surgery, internal medicine, advanced imaging, emergency and critical care.  Your pet will receive 24 hour, around-the-clock care 365 days per year.
  • Animal Imaging -  Animal Imaging is an outpatient diagnostic imaging facility which provides state-of-the-art veterinary diagnostic imaging services to veterinarians and their companion animal and equine patients.

 

  • Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine - The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences has a more than 90 year history of educating leaders in veterinary medicine.  One in every 10 veterinarians in the United States is an Aggie graduate!
  • Texas A&M Vet School Open House - Vet School Open House is a huge event put on annually by students at the college. We open all the doors to the college and both hospitals and let the public see exclusively behind the scenes of Texas A&M's premiere veterinary school. There are tours through both the small and large animal hospitals, many different exhibits for rescues and organizations, tons of demonstrations by all kinds of animal groups (agility dogs, trick horses, etc.) and animal exhibits galore!
  • Texas A&M Veterinary Enrichment Camp - This special summer program is for high school students who have an interest in the field of veterinary medicine. The three-day program will give participants the opportunity to explore the possibilities of veterinary medicine as a career. Participants will live in University dormitories, attend special sessions, and discover the broad diversity of career opportunities available to graduates with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.
  • Texas Aggie Traditions - What does it mean to be a Texas Aggie? Since its beginning in 1876, Texas A&M has developed a rich heritage of traditions that have helped to develop character, leadership, unity and public service in all its graduates.  By experiencing these honored traditions you can begin to understand what is truly meant by "the Spirit of Aggieland."
  • Aggie Athletics - The official website of Texas A&M Athletics.
  • Texas A&M 12th Man Foundation - Named in honor of the famous Texas A&M 12th Man tradition, the 12th Man Foundation strives to continue Texas A&M’s athletic success by funding scholarships, programs and facilities in support of championship athletics.