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!

    • We all know that Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, but he could not find the peck of pickled peppers that Peter had picked.  But what if Peter Piper had to pick a puppy from a passle of pups? What breed would he choose?  Would Peter Piper pick the same breed of puppy for his parents?  These web sites walk the surfer through some of the lifestyle things to consider when considering what breed of dog to get for your family.
    • canismajor.com site with some very nice information in reading format
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    • This Discovery site walks you through a series of questions about your preferences to see which breeds would fit your lifestyle.
    • Choosing a new puppy  This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy.
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    • Stimulation exercises for puppies before eyes open  This article ahs great scientific references pointing to different stimulation routines that help a dog as he/she gets older. Every puppy should get these human interactions before weaning.
    • Breeds of Dogs A quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breed's characteristics.
    • 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!  
    • 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.
    • CO2 laser surgery site
      This is the website of the Luxar Laser company - the ones who make and demonstrate the CO2 laser for veterinary medicine.
    • The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
      The Cat Fanciers' Association website has lots of pictures, as well as information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and much more.
    • Pet diabetes site
      This site allows owners of diabetic pets to share personal experiences while providing educational information and support.
    • cat-dog diabetes site
      This site offers good accurate advice about insulin treatments and suitable diets for managing canine and feline diabetes.
    • dog diabetes site
      This site outlines techniques for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring canine diabetes.
    • Veterinary Schools in the US  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
    • 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 Disease, Foot and Mouth disease, and many other things.
            • Heartworm Society    Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
    • Novartis Animal Health
      This site is sponsored by Novartis, the makers of Sentinel, Interceptor and Program, and has useful information on heartworm prevention and flea control for pet owners.
    • 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.
    • American Veterinary Medical Association
      This site is a good starting point to learn more about a variety of topics, including feline injection-site sarcomas and the latest subjects in veterinary medicine.
    • American Association of Feline Practitioners
      The AAFP is like the American Medical Association for cat doctors, and has lots of good information regarding feline health.
    • Veterinary Information Network VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community
    • eVetSite Systems
      makes it easy for veterinarians or their staff to create a professional and educational veterinary hospital website. eVetSite Systems makes web site design easy and affordable!

 

What do we do off the practice?  Where do we surf for fun, or information?
Dr. Ramirez is a geek, so he has an odd collection of favorite sites: