The American Animal Hospital Association is an accrediting organization who also provide useful information and links for pet owners.

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American Heartworm Society:

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American Kennel Club:

Information on dog breeds, breeders & events.

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American Veterinary Medical Association:

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 Animal Poison Control Center:

24 HOUR Emergency Hotline, as well as general information and FAQs.  1-888-426-4435

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Animal Shelters:

 53 Maple Ave., Scotia   518-374-3944

   3 Oakland Ave., Menands   518-434-8128

Animal Shelter of Schoharie Valley  518-296-8390

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The American Veterinary Medical Association, where you can find information on many animal related topics. 

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Behavior Problems:

 Virtual Pet Behaviorist

Visit the FREE ASPCA site that offers possible solutions  to many pet behavior problems.

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Cat Toys - locally made:

Toys made with wool & organic catnip!

Contact Lorraine Connor at 895-2881 or email her at lmcspinner@aol.com

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Cat Fancier's Association:

World's largest registry of pedigreed cats.

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Companion Animal Parasite Council:

Information on internal and external parasites in dogs and cats.

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Diabetes - Feline:

http://www.felinediabetes.com

http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/brochures/diabetes.html

Diabetes - Canine:

http://www.petdiabetes.com/

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Dog Breeds and Information:

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/

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 Euthanasia:

How do you know when it's time?

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FDA:

Information on food and drug recalls, drug information, etc...

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Guinea Pig Information

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How to give a cat a pill

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Hyperthyroid Disease in Cats:

http://www.catvets.com/healthtopics/medical_conditions/?Id=212

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International Aid for Animals:

World Vets - helping animals and people in countries all around the globe.

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Kidney Disease in cats:

http://www.catvets.com/healthtopics/medical_conditions/?Id=211

http://partnersah.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/kidney-disease

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Pet Health Insurance:

For general information. please visit

http://www.petinsurancezone.com/

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Pet Health Insurance Companies:

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Pet of the week:

http://www.b95.com/pages/pages.php?page=15

Each week the Animal Protective Foundation   showcases one of their pets for adoption.

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Pet Loss/Memorials:

www.VeterinaryWisdomforPetParents.com  provides a large amount of information and resources on pet loss and grieving.

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Support Hotline  607-253-3932  www.vet.cornell.edu/Org/PetLoss/Resources

The nonprofit Arbor Day Foundation will plant a tree in honor or in memory of a pet for a $10.00 minimum donation.

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Pet Outdoor Habitats:

www.habitathaven.com

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Pet Portraits:

Impressionist-style pet portraits painted from a photograph.  SharonAlama@gmail.com

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Pet Travel:

http://www.puppytravel.com

Provides information regarding pet transport arrangements, immigration requirements, and international animal import permits.

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Rabbit Information:

The House Rabbit Society provides a wealth of information on rabbits and shows rescued rabbits up for adoption.

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Rescue Groups:

Forever Home Greyhound Adoptions

House Rabbit Society

NorthEast Border Collie Rescue

Out of the Pits  Pit Bull Rescue

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Reporting/Fighting Animal Cruelty:

http://www.aspca.org/fight-animal-cruelty/report-animal-cruelty.aspx

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Vomiting in Cats: 

http://www.catvets.com/healthtopics/signs_symptoms/?Id=302

http://www.healthypet.com/PetCare/PetsMatter/ReadMore

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Wildlife Emergency Hotline:

North Country Wild Care  518-964-6740

Wildlife Baby Rescue Guide

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