recommended links
- VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance is HVH's recommended pet insurance carrier. With a long standing company and long standing reputation, our clients seem to be happy with the service they provide.
- Heartworm Society - Everything you've ever wanted to know about heart worm can be found on this site.
- Behavior Problems - 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 housesoiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!
- Dog and Cat Anatomy - Have you ever wanted to know that the inside of a dog or a cat looks like? You will find terrific full-color illustrations of dog and cat anatomy here, which can help you to understand a pet's illness or injuries.
Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement - We have all experienced the pain of losing a pet. The Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement has set up this site for support during this most difficult time. You will find inspirational stories, grief counseling resources, hotline number and many other resources.- Animal Medical Center (AMC) - Located in NYC, HVH will sometimes refer to the Animal Medical Center for specific cases.
- Breeds of Dogs - A quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breed's characteristics.
- National Animal Poison Control Center - This is the website of the National Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center.
- 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.
Cat Fanciers Association - The Cat Fanciers' Association website has lots of pictures, as well as information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and much more.- Veterinary Schools in the US - This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
- I Want to be a Veterinarian - If you or someone you know is considering becoming a veterinarian, this site is a great place to start!
USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service - The USDA maintains this website with information on a variety of animal health related topics, including the latest news on such things as Mad Cow Diseases, foot and mouth disease and many other things.- Novartis Animal Health - This site is sponsored by Novartis, the makers of Sentinel, Interceptor and Program, and has useful information on heart worm prevention and flea control for pet owners.
- Choosing a New Puppy - This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy.
American Veterinary Medical Association - 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.- American Association of Feline Practitioners - The AAFP is like the American Medical Association for cat doctors, and has lots of good information regarding feline health.
- Canine Kindergarten Inc. - "Where every dog is a teachers pet." This site is the home page for a local doggie daycare center featuring a "spacious 4,500 sq. ft. cage free facility designed to give your dog a safe, friendly environment where he can have fun while benefiting form being part of a 'pack'."
- Ossining Dog Park - Located on Cedar Lane in Ossining, the Ossining Dog Park is a great place to take your dog for some exercise or play time with other pups. In 2007, Dr. Zeitz was appointed as an Advisory Board Member for the park!
DogWatch Hidden Fence - This site is the home site for the DogWatch hidden fence company, an invisible fencing system designed to keep your pet safely in your yard.- Eukanuba - Eukanuba foods are a high quality pet food offering over-the-counter foods as well as prescription diets available only through your veterinarian.
- Hills Science Diet - If your pet requires a special diet made by Hills Science Diet, this site can provide you with answers to many of the questions you may have about the differences between foods and explain the reasons why your pet may require this food.
- Royal Canin - Royal Canin provides prescription diets to veterinary hospitals. If your pet is on a Royal Canin prescription diet, this site can help you better understand the reasons for and benefits of your pets special diet.
Merrick - Merrick is a human grade pet food that pets seem to love. If your pet is a picky eater, check out Merrick's site to learn about their food.- Katonah, Bedford Emergency - Located in northern Westchester county, this emergency hospital is open through the night and on weekends. If your pet has an emergency when your veterinarians office is closed, try contacting this emergency hospital.
- Veterinary Emergency Group - Located in southern Westchester county, this emergency hospital is open through the night and on weekends. If your pet has an emergency when your veterinarians office is closed, try contacting this emergency hospital.
- National Veterinary Laboratories - This site links to the lab where we send our FIV, FeLV and FeBart test. If you've ever wondered about FIV ("Feline AIDS"), FeLV ("Feline Leukemia") or Bartonella ("The Cat Scratch Disease") check this site out. They've got tons of helpful information.
Veterinary Support Personnel Network - This site is for employees of veterinary hospitals and animal care facilities. It has a lot of valuable resources for animal health care workers around the world.- Butler - Animal Health Supply
- Merial - Animal Health company with up-to-date information that can help you keep your pet healthy, happy, and part of your life for years to come.
- American Association of Feline Practitioners - The American Association of Feline Practitioners has developed a great website dedicated to cat care. Feel free to check this out for great tips on care for your pet.
