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PetSpot!
Welcome! Here you'll find a great selection of informative pet sites. Get information, support, and connect with others who enjoy animals in our Discussion Forums!
| Dogs | Cats | Birds | Fish | Exotics | Horses |
| Reptiles | Miscellaneous | Vet Medicine | Nature |
Dogs
- American Kennel Club Online: This site is dedicated to pure-bred dogs & responsible dog ownership since 1884. They strive to "maintain a registry for purebred dogs and preserve its integrity; to sanction dog events that promote interest in, and sustain the process of, breeding for type and function of purebred dogs. In addition, check out their list of registered breeds; find out about registering your pure-bred; subscribe to their "Gazette"; keep up on news & dog shows; read some of their informative articles & tips. Visit their Kids Corner (see next site).
- AKC-Kids' Corner: When you visit this section of The American Kennel Club, you'll find a newsletter dedicated to educating elementary school children about responsible dog ownership. Play "Name that Breed"; Find out answers to interesting questions; do a crossword puzzle; and take a fun quiz!
- Best Dogs: Find information on standards; breeders; international exhibitions; & other useful information.
- DandieOnline-Dandie Dinmont Terriers: Find out everything you need to know about these wonderful little dogs!
- Digital Dog: Visit this site for dog stories; how to choose a dog; articles; & more.
- dog.com: Search their database of dog-related information in many categories; play games; shop online; discussion group & message board on i-dog.
- Dog of the Day: Every day they present a new dog photo and story to try to illustrate how animals enrich the lives of people around the world; nominate your dog!
- DogPark.com: Find out where the nearest dog park is located, and other information...all about dogs!
- Paws a Moment: Find a Dog Park near you in this Nationwide Directory. This site is currently under re-construction!
- Dogs Online Magazine (UK): Dog related articles; news & views; breeders; product manufacturers & specialists; directories of kennels; dog clubs; animal-friendly hotels & Accommodations.
- Dog Owner's Guide: Large listing of articles, including topics on choosing a breed & breeder; food & nutrition; manners & training; kids & dogs; behavior & aggression; health & veterinary information; & more!
- Dog World Magazine: Dog World Online, the dog lover's Internet source for breeds, training, nutrition, behavior and show information about man's best friend; bulletin board; question & answer section.
- Iditarod 1999 Veterinary Corner: Veterinarians for the sled dogs gather important data for clinical research for certain health problems of the dogs...read about them here! Also learn about the history of the Iditarod; previous champions; read the journal of Zuma, a sled dog; & more.
- i-dog: Internet discussion group & message board; chat; free member pages.
- Incredible Dog Food, Incredible Dogs: There's more than dog food at this Purina site...Try out their breed category & selector to search for the perfect dog; learn how to care for your dog; Receive a free puppy care kit; keep up to date with dog events, & more.
- Jack Flash's Homepage/Home of the Degenerative Myelopathy Support Group: Find support for owners of dogs who are diagnosed with this incurable disease. A very heartwarming and glorious tribute to a best friend ;-).
- Pro Dog Networks: Dog breeders; dog merchandise; professional handlers; dog stories & photos; dog organizations; breed database; & health links.
- The Poop: Expert advice; dogs on film; rescue & adoption arena; events in your area; message boards; photo contests, & more!
- The Senior Dogs Project: "Documents the strong, loving bonds that people have with their older dogs; encourages the adoption of older dogs; and provides current information on the special care that older dogs need so that they and their human companions may fully enjoy their golden years."
- Virtual Dog: Adopt a virtual dog for free!
- Woofs Magazine: "Ask Cindy" column; dog shelters & rescue organizations listed by state; large listing of topics & articles, including health & nutrition; products & services; training & behavior; fun & entertainment; photo gallery; book reviews; dog show info; & more!
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Cats
- Beware of Cat!: Huge listing of cat-related graphics; send a kitty postcard; cat & pet links; find a name for your cat; cat tips; & more.
- Cat Fanciers: Information on cats & cat care; mailing list; cat breed descriptions; cat shows, club, & shelter information; breeder referral list; large list of resources; & more.
- Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA): This organization is the world's largest registry of pedigreed cats. Find information on cat shows; cat breeds; cat care; and keep up with the lastest news at the CFA.
- Cat Fancy: This online version of the magazine is full of information - read cat news & find out about shows; view their gallery of cats; read breed descriptions; purchase cat-care products; "kiddy kats" page for kids; cat stories; links to many cat health & disease informational sites; & more.
- catmanDrew!: Drew Strouble creates original cat art...browse over 100 of his watercolors, or commission Drew to do a portrait of your cat!
- Catnames: Can't think of a name for your cat? Visit this site that hosts over 6,700 names to date!
- Cat of the Day: Every day they present a new dog photo and story to try to illustrate how animals enrich the lives of people around the world; nominate your cat!
- Cats Magazine: Among their features...articles; chat; picture of the month; links.
- Cats Protection League: This organization is the oldest and largest cat charity in the UK; they're primarily a rescue organisation. Topics at their site include...cat care; The Kitten Club (for youngsters); cat news; and you can request one of their care guides that are written by university-based veterinary scholars and other experts who ensure information is up-to-date and covers topics of interest to most cat owners.
- CatStuff-Graphics & More: Find over 3,000 cat-related graphics; webmasters, join the cat ring; many articles; & much more!
- Cornell Feline Health Center: Their commitment is to improve the health and welfare of cats by developing programs and activities to find ways of preventing & curing diseases of cats; continually educating veterinarians & cat owners about feline health; and aiding veterinarians when new or unknown feline diseases occur.
- PetCat: Read about cat care; cat facts; cat food & nutrition; create a virtual cat; send "kitty cards"; & check out some fun stuff.
- Purina Cats: Read about breeds; nutrition; training & behavior; health & grooming; & more.
- The International Cat Association: The TICA is the world's largest genetic registry of pedigreed cats and household pets. They are committed to the promotion, protection, and preservation of both pedigreed and non-pedigreed cats.
- Tidy Cats: This site by Ralston Purina Company, has cat care information; cat facts; articles; & more.
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Birds
- American Birding Association: Is North America's "largest membership organization for active birders – providing leadership to field birders by increasing their knowledge, skills, and enjoyment of birding, and by contributing to bird conservation". Many publications; volunteering opportunities; network with other bird enthusiasts; join conferences & conventions; purchase bird books; & more.
- Audubon Online - National Audubon Society: The mission of the National Audubon Society is to "conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds and other wildlife for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity".
- Bird Breeder: From the magazine - Breeding tips; health & nutrition; calendar events; & other information.
- Bird Monitoring: These monitoring programs are used to track changes in North American bird populations.
- BirdsnWays - All About Pet Birds: Connect with others in forums, mailing lists, & chats; get information on pet parrots, exotic birds, birds supplies & other pet birds.
- Birds of Prey: This is a non-profit foundation whose main mission is "to treat injured and orphaned wildlife, primarily raptors, such as eagles, hawks, falcons and owls and return healthy members of the breeding population to their natural habitat". Learn hawk & owl facts; how to handle a raptor; & more.
- Birds of the World on Postage Stamps: Keep up-to-date on the latest bird stamps (no sales).
- Feathered Friends Adoption and Rescue: A non-profit organization dedicated to helping birds find loving homes.
- Greg Kunkel's Birdsongs: Listen to some bird sounds online!
- National Foundation to Protect America's Eagles: This is a not-for-profit organization of concerned citizens and professionals founded in 1985 to "assist and develop private, state and federal eagle and environmental protection projects in the United States of America.
- ParrotChronicles.com: Find information on bird clubs, rescue groups, veterinarians, hazards, and much more!
- Pet Bird: Huge resource - Avian associations; online suppliers; aviary listings; gallery; numerous chat groups; support; articles; mailing lists; classifieds; fun stuff, & more!
- Peterson Online: Roger Tory Peterson, one of the world's preeminent naturalists created what has come to be known as the Peterson Identification System. This great site will help you discover the different species of birds; the basics of birdwatching; & keep up with birding activities throughout the year; much more.
- Peterson Online Birding Forums: Offers an interactive environment for birders to exchange information and ideas.
- Stuff for Birds: Check out some exotic bird toys!
- The Migrating Birds Know no Boundaries Site: Here you can track several birds on their annual migrations to Africa from Asia and Europe. All listed birds are outfitted with satellite transmitters that send data to their web site every day, allowing you to observe their progress; & more!
- The Ornithology WebSite: They're dedicated to the education of bird ecology and conservation. Articles; discussion group.
- The Wild Bird Conservation Act: Read about it at the Defenders of Wildlife site.
- Wild Birds Unlimited: This is the first and largest franchise system of retail stores catering to the backyard birdfeeding hobbyist. This site hosts a bird feeder cam; many articles; store listings; learn about birds; purchase bird-related products; & more.
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Fish
- Aquarium Net Magazine Online: Large listing of articles; guide to invertebrates; marine fish atlas; mailing list for reefkeeping; book reviews; & more.
- AquaWeb Fish Resources: This site brings you information on freshwater & marine aquariums; interactive web-forums; Aquaworld Magazine; & more.
- Associated Koi Clubs of America: AKCA is a "non profit organization created to promote, the hobby of keeping, breeding, appreciating and exhibiting Koi"; clubs; shows; events; library; Q & A; chat; magazine; & more.
- Fish FAQ: A very extensive listing of factual questions & answers about fish, presented by the NMFS - Northeast Fisheries Science Center.
- Fish Information Service (FINS): This site hosts an archive of information about aquariums. It covers both freshwater and marine, tropical and temperate; information; pictures, movies, & images; mailing list; directories; & more.
- FishTalk with Uncle Bill: A weekly web-magazine about tropical fish. Check out their weekly articles, monthly recipes, clothing, and more.
- MAG Online-Freshwater & Marine Aquarium Magazine: Helpful hints; members-only access area; this magazine is dedicated to the tropical fish enthusiast.
- Ocean Planet-Smithsonian: A traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution, through 1999; get introduced to inhabitants of our ocean planet, and learn what to do to preserve it.
- The Great American Fish Count: The GAFC is a national, central organizing event that "mobilizes and trains volunteer divers and snorkelers in established methodologies to identify and document fish diversity and population trends in marine sanctuaries and coastal areas. Their mission is to "educate; raise awareness about fish populations and the marine environment; and to generate information regarding trends in fish populations.
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Exotics (Rabbits, Ferrets, etc.)
- Especially Ferrets, Inc.: Their mission is to "ensure the safety and well-being of all ferrets. To rehabilitate the sick and injured, and stay until the end for with those who are dying". Ferret information.
- Ferret Central: This site has a large listing of ferret-related links.
- House Rabbit Society & Rabbit Care Guide: This non-profit organization rescues rabbits and educates the public on rabbit care. Learn how to care for your rabbit, what toys & housing to provide, medical advice, & more!
- Modern Ferret - The Ferret Lifestyle Magazine: This is a bi-monthly color magazine for ferret owners by ferret owners. They provide "ferret-oriented entertainment such as interviews and articles about movies, tricks, photography, traveling, pet care, new products, and more. They also serve as a forum for presenting the latest medical information about ferrets - on both the veterinary and pet-owner levels".
- Proper Care of Ferrets.: Read about a ferrets' proper care, from All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, PC.
- Proper Care of Guinea Pigs: Read about a guinea pig's proper care, from All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, PC.
- Proper Care of Hamsters: Read about a hamster's proper care, from All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, PC.
- Proper Care of Rabbits: Read about a rabbit's proper care, from All Creatures Veterinary Clinic, PC.
- Rabbits Only Magazine: This magazine covers all topics of interest to the rabbit enthusiast. Find articles; connect with others in their chat room & forums; & more.
- ShowBunny Web Site: This site hosts a comprehensive source of information concerning all areas of rabbit care. Chatroom; message boards; games; how to care for your rabbit; gallery of breeds; humor; breeder directory; classified ads; & more!
- Tiger Information Center: A site dedicated to preserving the last 5 subspecies of tigers, this website describes all about the different types of tigers, including where they live, how many are left, and also discusses the three subspecies that have become extinct; Kid's area & more!
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Horses
- Dream Horse Classifieds: Buy or sell your horse; chat with other horse owners; & more.
- Equestrian Times: Your "one-stop source on the Internet for all the latest news, competition results, & information about international Show Jumping, Dressage and Three-Day Eventing, from the US, Europe, and around the world.
- Equijournal.com: Articles; editorials; Q & A (including veterinary issues, feeding, lameness, training, & grooming); & news.
- EquiSearch: Your complete source for information in the equestrian world. Chat; horses for sale; safety tips; bulletin boards; & more.
- HorseNet: Horse news; training; discussion forums & chat rooms; "ask the vet" VetBarn section; classifieds; newsletters; much more!
- Horse Sports: The "international equestrian news web site with the latest results, late-breaking news, sport discussion forums, and more".
- Horse Worldwide: Another large directory of equestrian links & information.
- Nickers & Neighs, Inc.: Your source for horse gifts; jewelry; equine art; classifieds; play a horse trivia game online for a prize; & more!
- Postcards from the Neigh...borhood: Send & receive horse-related Internet postcards, free.
- The Arabian Horse Registry of America: This organization maintains the official registration and ownership records for purebred Arabian horses in the United States and Mexico, as well as maintaining the "purity of the Arabian breed through the many programs it coordinates".
- The Arabian Horse Times Magazine: The monthly magazine for Arabian Horse breeders & owners. Special kids section, including chat & message board.
- The HayNet: Huge directory of equestrian links on the Internet.
- The Horse Group: A wonderful site with great articles & news, events calendar, horses for sale, & more!
- The Horse Interactive: Your Online Guide to Equine Health Care: Health care information; news and notes from the veterinary and horse industries; Articles from the current issue of The Horse: Your Guide To Equine Health Care.
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Reptiles
- ARAV-Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians: This is a non-profit international organization of veterinarians and herpetologists founded in 1991. Their goal is to improve reptilian and amphibian veterinary care and husbandry through education, exchange of ideas and research; quarterly bulletin.
- The Basking Spot: An extensive listing of herp-related sites on the Internet; magazine.
- Dr. Seward's Gila Monster Web Site: A very comprehensive resource covering the natural history, captive husbandry and reproductive biology of the Gila monster, one of only two species of venomous lizards.
- Frogland: This popular site hosts a LOT of fun & informative facts about frogs; guides to diet, housing, and habits of popular species of pet frogs; frog health information; printable coloring book frogs; computer frogs; frog jokes; links; frog songs; frog shop; & more!
- Jackson's Chameleons: Information on the captive care and management of chameleons as well as general facts.
- National Reptile & Amphibian Advisory Council: At this site you'll receive information and advice; the Council will "provide a technical basis for the establishment of legitimate legislation and regulation policies and programs for reptiles and amphibians in the U.S., at both the state and federal level; free membership.
- Newsgroup FAQs: rec.pets.herp newsgroup.
- NIAD-The National Iguana Awareness Day Web Page: Find out why on September 11, 1999, the volunteers of this organization will be going to educating the public on the care of green iguanas. Read true iguana horror stories; care sheets; FAQs; volunteer; states & countries pages; Help them stop the abuse! Many facts about iguanas...Please visit!
- Reptile Chat Rooms: Snake Room; Lizard Room; Amphibian Room; Turtle/Tortoise Room.
- The HerpForum: Get in touch with others who enjoy reptiles & amphibians.
- The Jamaican Iguana Conservation Page: Information on the Jamaican Iguana; news releases; forum.
- Virtual Frog Online Dissection Kit: Test your frog knowledge with this program, which allows interactive dissection of a frog online; also play the virtual frog builder game.
- Western New York Herpetological Society: This group of enthusiasts is dedicated to the care and preservation of all reptiles and amphibians. They provide animal care sheets, demonstrations, and adoption services.
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Miscellaneous Pets
- Acme Pet: Huge resource of information for owners of dogs, cats, birds, horses, fish, reptiles, & exotics. Pet care; pet behavior; message boards; chat; classifieds; & other news.
- Animal Legal Defense Fund: This organization works nationally to defend animals from abuse and exploitation; they work for animals on every front - in research laboratories, on farms, in the wild and for companion animals. Read about their campaigns; order information packets; & much more.
- Animal Network: Leading publisher of magazines and annuals about pets. Article index from their many magazines; calendar of events; check out the newest products for your pet!
- CAFT-Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade: This organization is "dedicated to saving animals who would otherwise be slaughtered and skinned for nothing more than human vanity". Learn the truth about fur farming and fur trapping.
- Defenders of Wildlife: They are dedicated to the "protection of all native wild animals and plants in their natural communities". Keep up-to-date on the latest wildlife issues; subscribe to Defenders Magazine; read about The Endangered Species Act; & more.
- Humane Society of the United States: This is the United States' largest animal-protection organization; they work to "promote the humane treatment of animals and to foster respect, understanding, and compassion for all creatures". Their programs include those in humane education, wildlife and habitat protection, farm animals and bioethics, companion animals, and animal research issues.
- Iams Company: Besides their food, the Iams Company website has many articles concerning cats and dogs.
- Petfinder: Search for pets to adopt, contact shelters and rescue groups, make use of their resource library, post a classified ad, volunteer for your local shelter, and more.
- Pet of the Day: Every day they present a new pet photo and story to try to illustrate how animals enrich the lives of people around the world; nominate your pet (birds, bunnies, cats, dogs, ferrets, fish, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters, horses, iguanas, lizards, mice, ponies, snakes, turtles, and more!).
- PetPlace.com: Find up-to-date information on all kinds of pet issues; get advice on Behavior, Nutrition, General Pet Care and Illness; search their Drug Library; receive a receive a personalized Optimal Wellness Program for your pet; free email reminders, and more.
- Teletext Camell Expedition: Check out this very informational site about an educational environmental expedition attempting the first circumnavigation of Australia with camels!
- Tiger Territory: Visit this site to view numerous photos and read informative articles on these magnificent creatures.
- World Animal Net: This site has a directory of animal protection societies, listed by country.
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Veterinary Medicine
- AltVetMed - Complementary & Alternative Veterinary Medicine: Homeopathy information & directory; FAQ; medical care & cancer management information; alternative resources, & more!
- American Veterinary Medical Association: Find out all kinds of information on animal care; professional resources; join NOAH, the AVMA Network of Animal Health discussion groups; check out their NetVet & Electronic zoo; & other news, products, & services.
- ASPCA/NAPCC-National Animal Poison Control Center: This is the only animal-oriented poison control center in North America. Animal Product Safety Service; how to prevent poisoning & what to do if an animal is poisoned. It is a "unique, emergency hotline providing 24-hour-a-day, 7-day-a-week telephone assistance. The Center's hotline veterinarians can quickly answer questions about toxic chemicals, dangerous plants, products or substances found in our everyday surroundings that can prove poisonous or fatal to animals". Cost for service.
- Care for Pets: This site by the American Veterinary Medical Association, brings many topics to their Internet website, including animal health; pet loss; buying a pet; animal safety; veterinarian help; stories; & many other resources.
- Healthy Pet: Brought to you by the American Animal Hospital Association, this site has a hospital locator; kids coloring page; pet care library; newsletter; & book recommendations.
- Morris Animal Foundation: This non-profit organization funds animal health studies & advances the health of dogs, cats, horses, wildlife, lamas, ferrets and birds; & more!
- The Center for Veterinary Medicine: This organization regulates the manufacture & distribution of food additives and drugs that will be given to animals.
- VetInfo-Veterinary Medical Information: They provide veterinary health information relating to dogs and cats. They have an extensive collection of information online in their Dog Health Information and Cat Health Information pages; subscribe to their Vetinfo Digest and gain access to Dr. Mike's question & answer page.
- VetMedCenter.com: Besides finding the answers to all your pet's first aid questions, you'll find information on nutrition, behavior, and other interesting content!
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Nature Sites
- Children's Butterfly Site: Besides the galleries of butterfly photos, there is a coloring page with the lifecycle of the butterfly; there are many informative questions and answers about butterflies; there are listings of books and videos about butterflies; and their sister sites will lead you to even more information about these fascinating creatures!
- Family of Nature WebSites: This site, which runs the Butterfly WebSite (below), hosts other websites that are nature-related.
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center: Their mission is to "educate people about the environmental necessity, economic value, and natural beauty of native plants. They maintain one of the largest collections of information about native North American plants.
- National Fish and Wildlife Foundation: This organization is "dedicated to promoting conservation and sustainable use of our natural resources through environmental education, natural resource management, habitat protection, ecosystem restoration, and public policy development".
- The Butterfly WebSite: Check conservation alerts; discover upcoming butterfly-related events; find butterfly societies around the world; learn how to design your garden for butterflies; search classifieds & pen pal database; read articles; look at photos; chat; volunteer; join mailing list; & much more!
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