General Pet Sites

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – The ASPCA exists to promote humane principles, prevent cruelty and alleviate fear, pain and suffering in animals. If not the ASPCA, then who?

Lots of wonderful information on petcare, adoption and animal welfare issues. If animals were able to talk, you would find their voices here – The Humane Society of the United States promotes the protection of all animals.

Delta Society – The Human/Animal Health Connection.

Looking to Adopt a Pet? Are you looking for a Lost Pet? You can do both at PetFinder.com. This website is updated daily.

ASPCA Poison Control – for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Growing Up With Pets – How to help parents foster strong, healthy relationships between their children and their pets.

Recommendations for the Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Parasite Infections.

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine - Partners in Animal Health provides information and resources for today's pet owner.

Petloverscompaion.com – Your #1 reference for Everything Pets in MD, DC & Baltimore.

Montgomery County, MD Humane Society – A non-profit animal welfare organization that has provided animal sheltering services for Montgomery County for over 40 years.

Washington DC Humane Society – The oldest animal protection agency in Washington, D.C. Serving homeless, lost, and abused animals; providing protection from cruelty, shelter from the elements, and a second chance at a loving home.

Washington Animal Rescue League – A private, not-for-profit organization providing care and compassion for the homeless and abused animals of our nation's capital while working to place them in loving adoptive homes.

Companion Animal Rescue Alliance – Opening doors for homeless animals.

Royal Canin – Veterinary diets website.

Hill's Science Diet – Providing leading-edge pet nutrition technology, products, and expertise to pet owners, veterinary professionals, and other key pet professionals worldwide.

Dog Related Sites

This is Purina’s Website for Dog Owners.

A website devoted to Older Dogs

Dog Breeds from A to Z

Cat Related Sites

Information on Cat Shows, Cat Breeds, Cat Care and a showcase of top winning cats.

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

Needs, Information and Problems Concerning Your Indoor Cat, Ohio State University's Indoor Cat Initiative.

The Cat Fanciers Association's guide to Cat Breeds

The Internet Guide to Feline Diabetes

Heartworm is not only a disease for dogs. Cats can get Heartworm. Learn more by visiting KnowHeartWorms.org or The Feline Heartworm Society.

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine offers Online Feline Health Videos for today's cat owners

Pet Loss Information

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.

The University of Illinois Grief Support Hotline

Traveling With Your Pet

Visit DogFriendly before you plan your trip.

If you are planning a vacation with your cat, Cat Fancy Offers Some Good Advice.