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Helpful Links
One of the more valuable features of the internet is the easy ability to find information related to your area of interest. We have selected these links to other sites as we have found them. Naturally, we are not responsible for their content.
Medical Information
- National Animal Poison Control Center
- Cornell Feline Health Center has a wealth of information about cats.
- Many veterinarians subscribe to an online information service. The Veterinary Information Network also has a very active site for general pet care including exotic animals.
- The All Animal Eye Clinic has loads of information about ocular problems.
- For specific ailments, check out the Library at AAHA's healthypet website. It has a great deal f useful information that it updated frequently.
Rescue Groups and Adoption Agencies
- In Contra Costa County, the largest animal rescue and adoption agency is Tony LaRussa's Animal Rescue Foundation.
- Often pet owners prefer to adopt a particular breed, and Breed Rescue Groups can help.
- Tri-Valley Animal Rescue in Dublin.
- Humane Society of the US
Colleges and Universities
Our nearest veterinary college is the University of California at Davis. This is where Dr. Arnott and Dr Endo graduated.
Other Veterinary Schools in the United States:
- Auburn University (Alabama)
- Colorado State University
- Cornell University (New York)
- Florida University
- University of Georgia
- University of Illinois
- Iowa State University
- Kansas State University
- Louisiana State University
- Michigan State University
- University of Minnesota
- University of Missouri
- North Carolina State University
- Ohio State University
- Oklahoma State University
- Oregon State University
- University of Pennsylvania
- Purdue University (Indiana)
- University of Tennessee
- Texas A & M University
- Tufts University (Massachussets)
- Virginia-Maryland
- Washington State University
- Western University
- University of Wisconsin
Breed Associations and Clubs
- California Turtle and Tortoise Club
- United States Dog Agility Association
- Northern California Golden Retriever Club
- Golden Gate Labrador Retriever Club
- English Cocker Spaniel Club of Northern California
- Golden Gate English Springer Spaniel Club
- Cat Fancier's Association
- The Humane Society of the United States
Other Stuff
- Dogs can be legally allowed off-leash in most of the undeveloped sections of our vast East Bay Regional Park District. There are a few restrictions, but check their web site for details.
- The Town of Danville has a Dog Park located in Hap Magee Park.