Veterinarian Informational Links

Our practice is committed to providing our patients with the knowledge and tools to make the best choices when it comes to pet care in Bakersfield, California. Below we have provided links to other sites that include valuable information regarding pet care. We hope you find these sites useful and informative!

 

 

 

Dog-Related Sites

Basic Dog Care

Basic dog care from Hill's Pet.

 

Ameican School of Dog Obedience

The American School of Dog Obedience was founded by Harlan Broat in 1971 to offer a very effective methodology in comprehensive obedience training for dogs.

 

Dogs for Kids Resource Guide

Provided by Bump Reveal.

 

Dog Breeds

The American Kennel Club's list of dog breeds from A to Z.

 

Heartworm Disease (Dogs)

Learn about Heartworm disease in dogs.

 

 

Cat-Related Sites

Cat Care Tips

Cat care tips from Hill's Pet.

 

Feline Health Center

Cornell University Veterinary School's Feline Health Center website contains information on medical topics relating to cat health care.

 

Indoor Cat Initiative

Ohio State University's Indoor Cat Initiative provides information related to enriching the lives of indoor cats.

 

Feline Hyperthyroidism

Information about Feline Hyperthyroidism.

 

Guide to Feline Diabetes

The Internet Guide to Feline Diabetes.

 

The Feline Heartworm Society

Heartworm is not only a disease for dogs; cats can get Heartworm, too. Learn more by visiting The Feline Heartworm Society.
 
 

General Pet Sites

The Bakersfield SPCA is Kern County’s original animal welfare agency and only no-kill shelter. Our vision is that one day no healthy companion animal will be euthanized for lack of a home, lack of space or lack of compassion.
 
Bakersfield Animal Care Center (CBACC) accepts animals from city residents and animals impounded by the City of Bakersfield Animal Control Officers.
 
The primary function of Kern County Animal Services (KCAS) is to ensure public protection from dangerous domesticated animals and from diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
 
The ASPCA exists to promote humane principles, prevent cruelty and alleviate fear, pain and suffering in animals.
 
The American Animal Hospital Association is looked to as a leader in the veterinary industry; as such, veterinary professionals and the veterinary industry rely upon [their] opinions and stances on topics relating to companion animal health and welfare.
 
The American Veterinary Medical Association website has plenty of news, information, and resources on veterinary medicine.
 
If animals were able to talk, you would find their voices at The Humane Society of the United States. The Humane Society promotes the protection of all animals. Here you will find many wonderful animal-related stories and lots of valuable information on pet care, pet adoption and animal welfare issues.
 
Learn more about the human-animal health connection at the Pet Partners.
 
Solutions to your Pet's Behavior Problems provided to you by the ASPCA.
 
Are you looking to adopt a pet? Are you looking for a lost pet? You can do both at PetFinder.com.
 

Pets & Parasites

Recommendations for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of parasite infections.
 
Are you worried that your pet consumed something dangerous? The Pet Poison Helpline can help.
 
For information on West Nile Virus, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.
 

Pet Adoption for Seniors: Benefits, Care and Risks

 

 

Pet Loss Information

Grief Support Hotline: University of Florida

The University of Florida offers a Grief Support Hotline plus some articles on coping with pet loss.
 
Tufts University offers a Grief Support Hotline and articles regarding the loss of a pet.
 
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine's Pet Loss Support Hotline.
 
The University of Illinois Grief Support Hotline.
 
 

Traveling with Your Pet

Visit DogFriendly before you plan your trip.
 
Basic information on domestic and international travel of pets by the US Department of Agriculture.