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!

American Animal Hospital Association 
Learn all about AAHA and what is involved in becoming a certified AAHA facility.

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.

American Veterinary Medical Association
This site is a good starting point to learn more about a variety of topics, including the latest subjects in veterinary medicine.

Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement 
We 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.

Balance It
An excellent site with many useful tools to regarding pet food, specifically homemade diets. It can formulate a homemade diet tailored to your dog (for a fee), has a calorie content database searcher, a guaranteed analysis converter, and food intake calculator. This site was created by board certified veterinary nutritionists.

Breeds of Dogs 
The American Kennel Club's quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breeds' characteristics.

Behavior Problems  
Founded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, bestselling 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 house soiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!

Behavior Resource 
Dr. Sophia Yin's website - lots of good information here with training solutions and videos to watch from one of the country's top behavior specialists.

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.

Cat Wellness 
A great site for general information on cats and their health and care.

Canine Carts 
A site that sells carts (wheelchairs) for paralyzed pets.

Dental Care for Pets
An excellent source for information about dental care for your pet.

Choosing a New Puppy 
This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy.

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.

 
Heartgard 
Information about monthly heartworm preventative medication.

Heartworm Society   
Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!

HomeAgain

Without proper identification, 90% of all pets who go missing never return home.  The HomeAgain microchip identification and recovery system has helped hundreds of pets be reunited with their owners.  HomeAgain can help make sure that your pet does not become a statistic,

Laser Surgery
Learn all about why we have chosen to use a laser in our surgical procedures.

Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association

The MVMA is the only organization whose primary mission is to represent and assist veterinarians in Massachusetts.  Take a a peek at what they have to offer!

PetDIETS
A premier site for pet nutrition advice and homemade diets from veterinary nutritionists.

Plants Toxic to Animals - ASPCA Site
Pick from a list to learn more about plants toxic to your pet.

Rainbow Bridge
Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members.

 
Remind My Pet

Remind My Pet allows pet owners to register a pet's medication information.  You will get email or text message reminders of when it's time to administer or refill medications.  The service is free and unlimited in how many pets can be registered or how many medication notifications can be issued for each pet.  Just another convenient way to accommodate your pets medication needs. 

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.

Veterinary Information Network
VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community.

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