Animal Health Resources
About 5 min read
(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
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