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 of useful information that it updated frequently.
- American Animal Hospital Association
- Expertise: Home Safety Guide for Pet Owners
- ASPCA Pet Health Insurance
Financial Assistance
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
House Sitting, Pet Sitting and Dog Training
- Alison Ramos: contact Alison at: Alison's Pet Sitting
- Jon DeMarti: Jon, contact at jonathan.paws@gmail.com
- Bird Sitting: The Parrott Palace, contact Deborah Autum at 1-877-677-7848 or check our their website at Parrot Palace
- Bird Sitting: San Ramon Birdsitters, contact Brandon and Justin at (925) 915-0661
- Dog Training: Diablo K9 Academy, contact Shane Garrehy at (925) 248-0522 or check our their website at Diablo K9 Academy
Kennels
- Breton's School For Dogs and Cats: contact Ann and Joyce Breton at (925) 736-6231. They are located at 1455 Lawrence Road Danville, CA 94506. Breton's School for Dogs & Cats
- Canyonwyck Kennels: call (925) 934-4090. They are located at 2225 Tice Valley Blvd Walnut Creek, CA 94595. Canyonwyck Kennel
- Dublin Creek Kennels: contact Steve and Susan Hagan at (925) 828-5355. They are located at 6570 Donlon Way Dublin, CA 94568. Check out their website Dublin Creek Kennels
- Farrington Kennels: contact Sheila Farrington-Polk at (925) 228-6288. They are located at 170 Nardi Lane Martinez, CA 94553. Farrington Kennels
- Happiness Country Kennels: contact Peter Ward at (925) 862-1900. They are located at 5815 Mission Road Sunol, CA 94586. Check out their website Happiness Country Kennels
- Tassajara Kennel: call (925) 828-6449. They are located at 7303 Camino Tassajara Pleasanton, CA 94588.Tassajara Kennel
- Diablo K9 Academy, contact Shane Garrehy (925)248-0522 or visit their web site: Diablo K9 Acadamy
Breed Associations and Clubs
Other Stuff
- East Bay Regional Park District Dogs Off Leash
- Hap Magee Dog Park.
- Shell Ridge Off Leash Dog Hiking Area
- Invisible Fence Dog/Cat Containment & Safety
- Consumer Affairs reviews cat food brands
- Pet Friendly States
- Taking Your Pet To Another Country
- Animal and Bee Removal Service
- Pet Taxi - Dog, Cat and Pet Transportation Services
- In Home Euthanasia For Your Pet
- Heaven From Home Euthanasia Service
- ASPCA Pet Insurance
- Cost of Owning a Dog
- Dog Swimming Ear Protection
- Living with Uncommon Indoor Pets
- Adopting and Caring for Rescue Animals
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
- 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
- Louisiana State University