Links to Cat Organizations and Other Resources
 
"There are two means of refuge from the misery of life - music and cats." - Albert Schweitzer
 

There is a great wealth of information out there on the World Wide Web. Listed below are links that we think youŐll find useful as a pet owner. We can NOT be responsible for, nor do we necessarily endorse the content or views displayed on these websites.

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Up-to-date information on behavior, nutrition, and common health problems, plus recommended reading.

American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) A professional organization of veterinarians who share an interest in providing excellence in the care and treatment of cats.

American Cat Fanciers Association One of the world's largest cat organizations, the ACFA is committed to promoting the welfare, education, knowledge, and interest in domestic, purebred and non-purebred cats.

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) The ACVIM is the international certifying organization for veterinary specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, neurology and oncology. Search online for an internal medicine specialist.

American Pet Association (APA) Dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership through action, services, and education.

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Promotes humane principles, prevents cruelty, and alleviates pain, fear and suffering of animals through nationwide information, awareness, and advocacy programs.

American Veterinary Medical Association's webpage entitled "Care For Animals" A guide to various aspects of pet health as well as a kids corner activity section for children.

Animal Endocrine Clinic Located within the Animal Wellness Center of Bedford Hills, this is the only specialty clinic in the United States with specialties dedicated to the practice of endocrine diseases of companion animals.

AnimalHealthChannel AnimalHealthChannel provides comprehensive, trustworthy animal health information about domestic animals likes dogs and cats, as well as pet care and training information.

Animal Poison Control Center ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is dedicated to helping animals exposed to potentially hazardous substances by providing 24-hour veterinary diagnostic and treatment recommendations. This is the premier animal oriented poison control center in North America; their phone number is (888) 426-4435.

Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA) The world's largest registry of Pedigreed Cats.

Cat Fanciers Website Offers information on cat care, shelters, breed descriptions, cat clubs and registries, and cat show dates.

Cat Health and Cat Care A very informative site, created because cats are much more than just pets. Cat Health and Cat Care is not just about taking care of your cat when he or she becomes sick.

TheCatSite.com Everything here is about cats. information about cat care, cat health, cat behavior and cat breeds.

Cat Watch Newsletter CatWatch, the extraordinary newsletter from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine, is devoted to cats and those of us caring for them.

Catster This web site is a place to post and share facts and photos about your favorite cat, so every cat has it own webpage.

Cats! Wild to Mild Produced by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles, this site includes information on exotic cats.

Cornell Feline Health Center The Feline Health Center is a veterinary medical specialty center devoted to improving the health and well-being of cats everywhere.

Delta Society Publishes a Nationwide Pet Bereavement Directory for the United States and offers a certification program for animal-assisted therapy through Pet Partners.

Feline Advisory Bureau An international organization that promotes the health and welfare of cats by making the latest information available to veterinarians, cat breeders, and owners.

www.Feline Sites A collection of a set of worldwide feline links.

Flea Control This website is sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, the makers of Advantage flea control for cats and dogs. It is loaded with information about fleas and flea control.

Gastrointestinal Parasites Information brochure on gastrointestinal parasites of cats, which was prepared by the Cornell Feline Health Center. This brochure describes the life cycle of gastrointestinal parasites and the importance of routine fecal exams for cats.

The Great Cat Watch, for Wellness Sake This web site, sponsored by the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and Fort Dodge Animal Health, was developed to educate you on how to recognize the subtle signs of sickness. This campaign is based on the new AAFP Feline Behavior Guidelines report and encourages twice yearly exams, as the best prevention of illness for all pets.

Humane Society of the United States An organization devoted to promoting animal welfare and to providing quality adoption services and veterinary care for unwanted animals.

Hypurrcat A radioiodine treatment facility for cats suffering from hyperthyroidism. Also located within the Animal Wellness Center of Bedford Hills.

Internet Cat Club An online network of information for cat fanciers and breeders.

Katonah-Bedford Veterinary Center Northern Westchester Only 24-hour Veterinary Hospital with Preventative Medicine, Boarded Specialists, & Emergency Room.

NetVet Veterinary Resources and the Electronic Zoo Veterinary and animal-related resources for every pet owner.

Perfect Paws Training center for behavior problems in cats and kittens. Site includes sections on litter box training, training for biting, scratching, spraying, destructive activities, and predatory behavior.

Pet Diets A premier site for pet nutrition advice and homemade diets from veterinary nutritionists. Petdiets.com is designed for pet owners interested in learning more about their catŐs and dogŐs nutrition from veterinary nutritionists, and for those seeking guidance on how best to feed their pet from experienced veterinarians specializing in pet nutrition.

Purr-n-Furr Purr'n' Fur website lists a variety of topics, but all about cats.

Veterinary Partner A series of articles on pet food labels, ingredients, diet and the skin, food safety, pet food manufacturers and canning.