Pets are not just a part of our lives…they are part of our families. PETisphere hopes that the information presented in the following links will help you to make wise, informed and loving decisions about what’s best for your pet :

• Doris Day Foundation (DDF) – this is a good source of general information and links to sites dealing with pet care. DDF helps “animals and the people who love them. The organization helps to fund other non-profit, public service projects not aimed at goals such as passing legislation, but at helping groups, (or even individuals), who need help in their work caring for, and protecting animals.Doris Day Foundation (DDF)

• Bring your new cat home – although they want to appear in control – this article by Cheryl Weiner of the Arizona Animal Welfare League reminds us that the new home for your cat can be confusing and stressful. Here’s some helpful tips to ease the transition.Dr. Weil

• Wondering about preventive medicine? Considering cosmetic surgery (de-clawing, ear cropping, etc.)? Then this site could be useful to find the answers you need.Vet 4 Petz

• Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine - This is a high quality source of information provided by Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine. Look here for free Internet resources providing quality-animal-health-related information. Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine

• James and Kenneth Publishers publish an array of educational books, DVDs, and tapes on dog care and welfare issues. If your pet is having behavioral problems – check out this site.James and Kenneth Publishers

• Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine – this quality site offers solid advice on nutrition for pets – what’s good, what to avoid. Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine

• Learn what pet nutrition myths exist at Petdiets.Petdiets

• PetsforLife is a site and “a guide for living with your pet”. This site is owned by the non-profit organization: “The Humane Society of the United States” and is a good source of information about proper pet care and pet issues.PetsforLife

• VIN – for veterinarians, by veterinarians is an interesting site with useful information. Don’t let the site name or motto fool you. Pet owners can keep abreast of the latest trends in veterinary medicine here.VIN

• University of California – Davis Veterinary School has some good links to various Research Centers and Public Service Units, all having to do with pets, pet health and pet care.University of California – Davis Veterinary School

• Are you planning to travel with your pet by air? Given heightened security and pet rules and policies, PETisphere recommends that you read this article from Forbes before you leave.Forbes

• Interested in information for the U.K.? Blue Cross is a leading pet advocacy organization that promotes many worthwhile programs in behalf of pets.Blue Cross

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