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Animal Health Resources
by Ron Kurtus (updated 23 June 2023)
The following consists of websites and books on Animal Health.
Topic list
- Vet information
- General pet health
- Cat health
- Dog health
- Misc animals
- Pet safety
- Animal ages
- Books
- Miscellaneous
Use these resources to help your understanding about animal health.
Vet information
Note: There are a number of books and Websites that specialize in providing information about animal health. The reason to use an animal health-oriented Web site should be to get some preliminary information on a health issue before you go to the veterinary. You should always check several sites for the same information to get a broader view of the opinions offered.
Vet Technicians Library - Resources for veterinary professionals and people with an interest in animal welfare
The State of Pet Healthcare - Guide to Pet Health, How Much Americans Spend, Common Pet Illnesses, Treatment Tips, and Financial Aid Options from Pet Life Today
How I Got into Veterinary School - List of interviews
Vet Clinics Finder - Find by Zip code - ThePets.net
Ask a vet a question online for free
On-demand online vet appointments - From Vester.com
General pet health
Natural Pet Health Information - Especially related to natural eye care for pets.
Pet Coach - Information on health of dogs, cats and other small pets.
Pet Place - Articles on care of many types of pets.
Most Common Pet Ailments - Infographic from Pet Life Today
Guide to Dental Health for your Pets
Find Healthy Food for Dogs or Cats - ThePets.net
Advice on Pet Health - PetKeen.com
Symptom Checker - From AnimalPatient.com
Adopting a Pet
Guide to Adopting an Adult Dog - From DogNerdz.com
Adopting and caring for rescue animals - From DirectLine.com
Pet Insurance
Should Pet Owners Get Insurance? Is It Worth The Cost?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It? - YourDogAdvisor.com
Covid-19 and pets
Can animals catch Coronavirus (Covid-19)? - GoCompare.com
Glaucoma
Glaucoma in Dogs & Cats - NaturalEyeCare.com
Flea and tick control
Flea Prevention Guide - PetBucket.com
How Fleas Work - HowStuffWorks.com
How To Get Rid Of Fleas - HowIGetRidOf.com
How to Get Rid of Fleas Naturally
Flea Allergy Dermatitis in Cats and Dogs - Vet Street
Keep Your Pet and Home from Flea Infestation - YourDogAdvisor.com
Fleas on cats
How To Get Rid Of Fleas On Cats
Treating Cat Fleas Effectively - Good information on cat fleas
Fleas and ticks on dogs
Flea Control and Flea Bite Allergies in Dogs - PetMD.com
Possible Side Effects of Flea Bites in Dogs
Tapeworm Infection in Dogs - VCA Animal Hospitals
How to Remove a Tick from a Dog - MiniTeddyBearPuppies.com
Cat health
Cat Health Symptoms A to Z - WebMD
Common Cat Health Conditions - Web MD
Raise a Cat on a Budget - Resource guide
Why Is My Cat Not Eating? - From TheIdleCat.com
Happy Whisker - Cat site
Cat behavior
Cat Health and Behavior - CatHealth.com
How to Stop Your Cat From Peeing in the House - medical reasons - PetHelpful.com
Cat diet
Making Cat Food - Homemade and Raw Cat Food Diets
Best Cat Food by Breed - From We're All About Cats
Dog health
How to Read Dog Food Labels and What to Avoid - PuppyWire.com
Dog Care - ASPCA
Exercise Ideas That Will Transform Your Dog - From WileyPup.com
Dog Heat Stroke Survival Guide - From PuppyWire.com
Your Dog Advisor - articles on dog health issues
Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) - From ShihTzuExpert.com
Guide on Parvo in Dogs - From ShihTzuExpert.com
Is Dog Pet Insurance Worth It? - YourDogAdvisor.com
Puppy Weight Calculator: How Big Will Your Dog Get?
Taking Care of Your Dog's Oral and Dental Health - APupAbove.com
Dog Cancer Prevention Tips - PapayaPet.com
Dog age
Dog Age Calculator - With respect to breed and weight
Dog behavior
Prepare Your Dog For Separation Anxiety - PawBoost.com
Dog diet
The Truth About Dog Food - Rover.com
Dog Embassy - about dog food
Best Grains For Dogs - From K9ofMine.com
Dog Food & Nutrition - DogFoodHeaven.com
Dog safety
How to keep dogs safe in the car - BetterPet.com
Misc animals
Rabbit health
Flemish Giant Rabbit - Taking care of a rabbit
Farm Chicken health
Fish health
VivoFish - Expert reviews and insights to keep your fish happy and healthy
Pet safety
Pet Toy Safety Guide - Prezzies.com
Dog safety
Dog Water Safety - WebMD - Healthy Pets
Dog Toys: How to Pick the Best & Safest - Humane Society
Best Kong Products for Small Dogs - YourPetAdvisor.com
Best Nylabone Products for Puppies - YourPetAdvisor.com
Cooling Your Dog in the Heat - From HonestPaws.com
Best Flooring for Dogs - FloorAuthority.com
Pet Friendly Features for Your Home
Indestructible Dog Toys - From YourDogAdvisor.com
Animal ages
Books
(Notice: The School for Champions may earn commissions from book purchases)
Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats: Your A-Z Guide to Over 200 Conditions, Herbs, Vitamins, and Supplements by Shawn Messonnier DVM, Prima Lifestyles (2001) $24.95
Veterinarians Guide to Natural Remedies for Dogs: Safe and Effective Alternative Treatments and Healing Techniques from the Nations Top Holistic Veterinarians by Martin Zucker, Three Rivers Press (2000) $14.95
The Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care by C.J. Puotinen and Beverly Cappel-King, McGraw-Hill/Contemporary Books (2000) $24.95
Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs & Cats by Richard H. Pitcairn and Susan Hubble Pitcairn, Rodale Press (1995) $17.95
Top-rated books on Dog Medication
Top-rated books on Caring for an Older Dog
Top-rated books on Caring for an Older Cat
Top-rated books on Animal Glaucoma
Miscellaneous
Summary
You can use these resources to find out information on animal health issues before you see a vet.
Help to keep your pets healthy
Students and researchers
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Please include it as a link on your website or as a reference in your report, document, or thesis.
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