Bethany Veterinary Hospital is aware of the vast amount of information available on the internet. Our team has taken the time and evaluated the following sites. We trust the information the listed websites provide to you, our client, and member of our family.
ASPCA Animal Poison Hotline is an excellent resource for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If you think that your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, make the call that can make all the difference: (888) 426-4435. A $55 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card. This program is sponsored by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Home Again is a nationwide pet recovery system that gives your and your pet the best chance of being reunited should you become separated, providing help for those who are coping with the loss of a pet and offering assistance when dealing with the difficult decision of euthanasia.
Growing Up With Pets offers parents timely advice to develop strong, healthy relationships between their children and their pets.
Veterinary Partner.com provides answers to questions about animal health, medications, therapies, surgery, behavior and safety. You can find up-to-date animal health information from the veterinarians and experts of the Veterinary Information Network (VIN), the world's first and largest online veterinary database and community.
The Indoor Pet Initiative extends the popular Indoor Cat Initiative, which has helped enrich the lives of cats and strengthen the human-cat bond for nearly a decade.
Cats
Cat Breed information and guidance from Cat Fancier's Association. These web sites, providing excellent resources when considering a new companion, have many pictures of purebred cats and general feline information.
Cornell University Veterinary School's Feline Health Center - Devoted to improving the health and well-being of cats everywhere..
Dogs
American Kennel Clubs (AKC) - Provides an excellent resource for information and guidance when looking for a new companion.
PennHIP - This is a program founded at the University of Pennsylvania designed to radiographically evaluate for canine hip laxity with the goal of reducing the prevalence of hip dysplasia for future generations.
Pet Loss Support
For many of us, the death of a pet is no less painful than losing any other family member. Sometimes it is helpful to share your experiences with others and learn of theirs. Often it helps to be able to talk with a sympathetic listener.
Listed below are various resources that may be of comfort:
Cornell University Pet Loss Support
(607) 253-3932
Hotline staffed by Cornell University Veterinary Students Tuesday-Thursday 6-9pmET, messages will be returned. Click here to go to Cornell's website
Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine
(888) 478-7574
Pet Loss Support Hotline seven days a week, 6pm to 9pm (CST) from Sept-April; Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 6:00-9:00 pm (CST) from May-August.
Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine
(508) 839-7966
Counselors are available Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Eastern time. Click here to go to Tufts website
Pets Welcome lists over 25,000 hotels, bed & breakfast, beaches and ski resorts that are pet friendly. Going on a trip? Check this site out when making your travel arrangements.