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!

• Choosing a new puppy  This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy
• Breeds of Dogs A quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breed's characteristics.
• Heartworm Society    Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
• Behavior problems  Founded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, best-selling 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 housesoiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!
• 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.
• National Animal Poison Control Center
  This is the website of the National Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center.
• Plants Toxic to Animals, Introduction -- Vet Med Library, UIUC
  A lot of information about toxic plants can be found here. You can search under common name or scientific name of the plant.
• Veterinary Schools in the US  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
  
• Veterinary Medical Technology Program at Central Carolina Community College
• 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.
• Rainbow Bridge
  Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members
• West Nile Virus
  This site is maintained by the Centers for Disease Control in Atlanta, and has the latest information on the spread of West Nile Virus in the US, as well as information on disease transmission, symptoms, etc.
• SPCA of Wake County, NC
• Wake County Animal Control & Adoption Center
  
• American Kennel Club (AKC)
  
• AVMA Educator Site (for teachers, counselors and other educators)
• Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, and more)
• Companion Animal Parasites