Pet Owner Resources

Helpful Links for Lakeside Animal Clinic Clients in Briar Forest

Local Referals & Resources

• Great Pets Boarding & Training – 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 house soiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!
• Vet Med Library, UIUC: Library of Plants Toxic to Animals – A lot of information about toxic plants can be found here. You can search under common name or scientific name of the plant.

Pet Health, Pet Behavior & Pet Info Sites

• American Animal Hospital Association
• American Association of Feline Practitioners
• American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
• American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
• American Veterinary Medical Association
• American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
• Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges
• Association of American Feed Control Officials
• Veterinary Cancer Society
• United States Pharmacopeia
• American Kennel Club
• International Cat Care
• US FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine
• Southern Veterinary Partners
• Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
• Companion Animal Parasite Council
• Clean Run - Agility Information
• Assisted Living for Seniors with Pets
• CDC Rabies Information
• CDC Zoonotic Diseases
• Pet Health Network – Find answers about your pet.
• Veterinary Oral Health Council – Pet dentistry information.
• APHIS Pet Travel – Basic information on domestic and international travel of pets by the US Department of Agriculture.
• Veterinary Information Network – 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.
• Humane Society of the United States – Promotes the protection of all animals. Here you will find many wonderful animal-related stories and information on pet care, pet adoption, and animal welfare issues.
• College of Agriculture and Life Sciences – Search a toxic plant database.
• ASPCA's Animal Poison Control Center – For any animal poison-related emergency or if worried your pet ate something toxic.
• Pets & Parasites – Recommendations for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of parasite infections.
• Heartworm Society – Learn more about deadly heartworms and what you can do to protect your pet.
• 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.
• The ASPCA – Exists to promote humane principles, prevent cruelty and alleviate fear, pain, and suffering in animals.
• Dog Owner's Guide – This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy.
• The Cat Fanciers' Association – This website provides pictures and information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and more.
• HomeAgain & AKC Reunite Microchips & PetLink – Register & update your pet’s microchip information.
• Rainbow Bridge – A Grief Support Community for those who are hurting from the death of a beloved pet.

Please note, Lakeside Animal Clinic provides these pet resources as information only - we do not recommend nor are we affiliated with these organizations or websites. Always call us with questions.