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Veterinary Medicine & Animal Health
 Websites presented in alphabetical order American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): Careers 
 Brochures on careers in the field of veterinary medicine, including veterinarians, veterinary hospital teams, and veterinary technicians. Includes statistics on veterinary education and employment and earnings, a list of veterinary specialty organizations, and links to related material. Some material available in Spanish. The AVMA is a nonprofit organization representing veterinarians. http://www.avma.org/careers/ Topics: Animals, Jobs & Work Last updated Jan 31, 2006 American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA): State Tax Summary
Overview of and state-by-state summary of taxes charged for veterinary products and services such as companion animal prescription drugs and products, veterinary medical services, and nonmedical services such as grooming. The information, which is based on a 2003 survey to which 41 states (plus Puerto Rico) responded, "has been updated as taxes were enacted since the survey, or more information became available." From the American Veterinary Medicine Association (AVMA). http://www.avma.org/advocacy/state/issues/sr_state_taxes.asp Topics: Pets, Tax Filing Season Last updated Nov 26, 2008 ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
Specialized information about poisoning in animals. It is mainly for veterinarians, with some general information for lay users. The site offers tips for preventing poisoning and information about what to do when an animal is poisoned. The Center is a joint venture of The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) and the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/ Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets, Public Health & Safety Last updated Feb 24, 2009 Canary Database: Animals as Sentinels of Human Environmental Health Hazards
This database is a compilation of curated peer-reviewed research articles "that explore the use of wildlife, domestic, and companion animals as 'sentinels' for the effects of chemical, biological, and physical hazards in the environment that may be a risk to human health." Includes information about animal species, exposures, health effects, and location. From the Yale Occupational and Environmental Medicine Program, Yale University School of Medicine. http://canarydatabase.org/ Topics: Animals, Environment, Public Health & Safety Last updated Feb 20, 2006 CDC: Pocket Pets
Health advisories about pocket pets, "small animals, often rodents that are kept as pets and could fit in your pocket." Discusses Salmonella and lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus (LCMV), both of which can be transmitted from animals to humans. Includes prevention measures and considerations when choosing a pocket pet. From the National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). http://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/animals/pocket_pets.htm Topics: Mammals, Pets, Public Health & Safety Last updated Mar 15, 2006 Centers for Disease Control: Monkeypox
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provides a fact sheet; a set of questions and answers; specific information for clinicians, public health lawyers, veterinarians, and pet owners and handlers; interim guidance on vaccination; related links; and a news section. Telephone numbers and hours for public inquiries in English, Spanish, and via TTY are included. http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/monkeypox/ Topics: Animals, Diseases & Conditions, Health & Medical Disciplines, Infectious Diseases, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated Jun 17, 2003 Cosmetic Surgery for Dogs and Cats
This site presents opinions, largely critical, of surgical procedures for tail docking, ear cropping, debarking, and declawing for dogs and cats. Written by a veterinarian. From In Defense of Animals (IDA), an animal rights organization. http://www.idausa.org/facts/cossurgery.html Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated Apr 18, 2005 Cutting Pet Care Costs
This publication offer suggestions for cutting the cost of pet care services and products. Covers preventative veterinary care, spaying and neutering, pet insurance, setting aside money for emergencies and end-of-life care, shopping around for services, grooming at home, and related topics. From the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/pet-care-tips/cutting-costs.html Topics: Pets Last updated Mar 27, 2009 Healthypet (AAHA)
The Pet Care Library contains searchable information on a wide range of topics about pets including behavior, common health problems, the human/animal bond, nutrition, care tips, and preventive care. Additionally, there is information about how to select an animal hospital as well as a locator for an AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) - accredited hospital, a newsletter, and a FAQ. http://www.healthypet.com/ Topics: Pets Last updated May 4, 2005 The Horse Interactive
This searchable, online version of The Horse , a horse health magazine, includes The Essential Horse , selected feature articles from the October 1997 to the current issue; the Scoop section with news, reports, and a calendar of events; and the Knowledge Bank , with an extensive directory of subjects, including lameness, mare and foal care, alternative medicine for horses, care for the older horse, and numerous others. A drop-down menu supplies quick links to horse-related sites, and there is also a link to the American Association of Equine Practitioners. http://www.thehorse.com/ Topics: Animals, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Magazines, Mammals, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated Aug 10, 2009 Intute: Veterinary
An annotated directory of thousands of websites "for education and research, evaluated and selected by a network of subject specialists." From a consortium of British universities. (Formerly Vetgate.) http://www.intute.ac.uk/veterinary/ Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Pets Last updated Sep 15, 2009 MedlinePlus: Pet Health
Collection of links to articles and brochures about pet health topics such as vaccinations, spaying and neutering, fleas and ticks, nutrition, cancer, aging pets, veterinarians, pets and disasters, travel with pets, and exercise. Includes links to material for children. From the National Library of Medicine (NLM) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/pethealth.html Topics: Health & Medical Disciplines, Pets Last updated Nov 24, 2007 Merck Veterinary Manual
First published in 1955, the 9th edition (2006) of the Merck Veterinary Manual is available online. It contains information about animal anatomy and physiology, diseases, behavior, and emergency treatment. "Features over 1400 images -- including new video and audio files -- that allow users to view rare disease-causing organisms, identify plants poisonous to animals, see characteristic lesions, or review practical laboratory techniques." From Merck. http://www.merckveterinarymanual.com Topics: Animals Last updated Feb 6, 2008 The Merck Veterinary Manual
Online version of the 8th edition (1998) of the book of same title, providing "animal care information." Includes illustrations, tables, and a guide to abbreviations. Searchable; and browsable by chapter and index term. http://www.merckvetmanual.com/ Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Pets Last updated Feb 21, 2004 Pet Dental Care Month
Information about the observance of pet dental care month each February. Features tips from veterinarians on proper home dental care for pets, dog and cat dental facts, and a FAQ about pet teeth cleaning by a veterinarian and related matters. Also includes material for children. From a group of veterinary organizations and a private company. http://www.petdental.com Topics: Pets Last updated Mar 29, 2007 Pet Education
This searchable site on pet information contains numerous "informative articles on pet healthcare, written by veterinary experts." Information includes lab procedures, drug descriptions, a dictionary of veterinary terms, and articles related to alternative and holistic medicine. There are many links to pet related organizations, associations, and schools; every state has a State Veterinarian to oversee veterinary health matters and the name and contact information is listed by state. There is information on birds, fish, and exotic small pets as well as on dogs and cats. http://www.peteducation.com/ Topics: Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Medical Treatments & Devices, Pets Last updated May 4, 2005 Pregnancy and Toxoplasmosis
Background information about the possible transmission of toxoplasmosis to pregnant women though contact with droppings from an infected cat. (Toxoplasmosis can cause miscarriage or birth defects.) The site also provides recommendations that will help pregnant cat owners "reduce their risk of contracting toxoplasmosis." Suggestions include having a friend clean the litter box, or wearing gloves when cleaning the box. From the Humane Society of the United States. http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/pregnancy_and_toxoplasmosis.html Topics: Pets, Reproductive and Sexual Health, Women's Health Last updated Feb 27, 2006 Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS)
RAVS, part of the Humane Society of the United States, "brings free veterinary services to poor communities in the U.S. and abroad." This site features information about the organization and its volunteers, who help animals in Appalachian communities, on Native American reservations, and in rural areas where there is no available veterinary care. Includes a schedule of trips to which "veterinarians and technicians are always encouraged to apply," a FAQ, and maps of RAVS destinations. http://www.ruralareavet.org/ Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Home & Housing, Pets, Poverty Last updated Mar 24, 2009 Saint Louis Zoo: Science and Research: Pathology Lab
Brief document discussing the investigation of animal deaths at the zoo. Topics include what causes the death of zoo animals, what happens to a zoo animal after it dies, and what happens to the animal's body once a necropsy is complete. From the Saint Louis Zoo, St. Louis, Missouri. http://www.stlzoo.org/animals/scienceresearch/pathologylab.htm Topics: Animals, Biology Last updated Jan 31, 2006 Smithsonian National Zoological Park: Zoological Medicine
This collection of articles provides an overview of zoological medicine, a specialization within the field of veterinary medicine. Covers some of the tasks of a zoo health care team, zoo animal pathology (including necropsy), veterinary care of specific zoo animals, and other resources on zoological medicine and zoo animal health. From the Smithsonian National Zoological Park. http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ConservationAndScience/ZoologicalMedicine/ Topics: Animals, Biology Last updated Jan 31, 2006 Taking Pets to Work
"Guidelines and ideas to help make pets in the workplace a workable practice." Tips include taking only healthy and obedient pets, using a barrier to keep pets from roaming, avoiding taking pets to meetings, and scheduling potty and exercise breaks. From the Partnership for Animal Welfare (PAW), an animal rescue and adoption group. http://www.paw-rescue.org/PAW/PETTIPS/DogTip_PetsAtWork.php Topics: Jobs & Work, Pets Last updated Jun 7, 2007 UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine: Disease Information
A collection of "information factsheets and brochures [that] relate to diseases of concern to ... cattle, equine, poultry, small ruminants and swine industries." Includes information on anthrax, foot-and-mouth disease, bovine tuberculosis, West Nile virus, and other diseases. From the School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis. http://cahfs.ucdavis.edu/show.php?id=700 Topics: Agriculture, Animals, Health & Medical Disciplines, Livestock Last updated Sep 18, 2006 Veterinarians
This Occupational Outlook Handbook entry provides an overview of jobs that involve the health care of "pets, livestock, and zoo, sporting, and laboratory animals." Topics include the nature of the work, working conditions, training, job outlook, and earnings. Includes links to entries for other occupations related to animal care. From the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos076.htm Topics: Animals, Jobs & Work Last updated Jan 31, 2006 Veterinary Medicine Extension, UC Davis
A collection of publications "that address the issue of animal care relating to food animal production in California." Includes FAQs, fact sheets, and related material on the care of beef and dairy cattle, chickens, goats, sheep, pigs, and turkeys. Also features material about animal welfare, ecology, food safety, and disaster management. From the University of California Cooperative Extension and the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/vetext/Home.html Topics: Animals Last updated Sep 6, 2006 What You Can Do If You Are Having Trouble Affording Veterinary Care
This fact sheet offers tips and resources for pet owners who have unexpected veterinary bills or are otherwise having trouble paying for veterinary care. Some of the topics discussed include pet health insurance policies, payment plans, and finding subsidized veterinary clinics and organizations that assist with pet care costs. Includes a list of state-specific programs. From the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS). http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/what_you_can_do_if_you_are_having_trouble_affording_veterinary_care.html Topics: Pets Last updated Mar 10, 2009 |
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