Resources & Links

The veterinary resources featured on this page provide useful information to pet owners on a variety of topics related to veterinary medicine and pet health care.

Animal Breed Associations

• American Kennel Club
• Cat Fanciers' Association

Humane Societies

• American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
• Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton
• Buddy Dog Humane Society
• Greyhound Friends
• Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA)

Nutrition & Feeding

• Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) – Check to see if your pet food meets national standards for safety and effectiveness.
• ConsumerLab.com – Check quality of vitamins and food additives like glucosamine for joints.
• How To Report a Pet Food Complaint

Pet Behavior

• Common Cat Behavior Issues (ASPCA)
• Common Dog Behavior Issues (ASPCA)
• Humane Society – Common Cat Behavior Issues

Pet Grief Support

• Tufts University Pet Loss Support Hotline

Pet Insurance / Payment Options

• ASPCA Pet Health Insurance
• CareCredit
• Nationwide Pet Health Insurance
• Pets Best Health Insurance
• Trupanion

Pet Poison Control

• Pet Poison Helpline

Pet Products

• Hill's Pet Nutrition
• HomeAgain Pet Recovery Service
• Royal Canin

Public Health & Pets

• Microchip Search & Registration (PetLink)
• Tick Identification Chart (URI)
• Worms & Germs Blog for Pet Owners

Veterinary Education

• American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
• Animal Planet
• VeterinaryPartner.com