Links
AAHA
American Animal Hospital Association AAHA Standards of Accreditation serve as benchmarks of excellence in Veterinary Medicine.
American Association of Feline Practitioners
The American Association of Feline Practitioners improves the health and welfare of cats by supporting high standards of practice, continuing education, and scientific investigation.
AHS
American Heartworm Society
AKC
American Kennel Club
Animal Lifeline
A no-kill special needs animal shelter that accepts unowned dogs and cats who are handicapped, injured, have a serious medical condition, pregnant or nursing, and orphans that need to be bottle fed.
APLB
Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
ARL
Animal Rescue League of Iowa
ASPCA
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruely to Animals
AVMA
American Veterinary Medical Association
Blue-Green Algae
Information on blue-green algae.
Canine Craze
A High Performance yet personal dog school.
CAPC
Companion Animal Parasite Council
The CATalyst Council
The CATalyst Council is reaching out to all parties - the pet healthcare community, shelter and welfare organizations, government, commercial groups, and the public - to ensure that cats receive the proper care and attention they need and deserve.
CFA
The Cat Fanciers' Association
City Clerk's Office
City of Des Moines Pet Licensing
DMOTC
Des Moines Obedience Training Club, Inc.
Dogs and Ticks
Information about your dog and tick-borne diseases.
Healthy Pet
A site that provides general information about AAHA, pet tips, travel, etc.
Hill's (Science Diet) Pet Foods
Learn about innovative diets formulated for healthy pets or pets with special nutritional needs. The website offers education on pet nutrition as well as feeding guides for specific HIll's diets.
HomeAgain
HomeAgain microchipping connecting you and your pet to a comprehensive pet recovery service.
Indoor Cat Initiative
Six basic needs of happy & healthy indoor cats. Also useful information on preventing feline inappropriate elimination.
Iowa Veterinary Specialties
Provides medical and surgical emergency services when other veterinary facilities are closed. At least one veterinarian and veterinary technician are present at all times during business hours.
IVAPM
Is your pet in pain? The importance of proper pain management is outlined in this brief video on the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management website.
Merial
Dedicated to the health, well-being and performance of animals.
Pawsitive Savings
When pet owners, veterinarians, and pet companies work together great things can happen. Pawsitive Savings™ - a pet health savings account with rewards for all parties involved to help the owner pay for expenses incurred by owning a pet.
PennHip
University of Pennsylvania Hip Improvement Program
Pet Healthcare Library
Healthypet.com in association with AAHA
Pet Wellness Campaign
How often should pets be examined and vaccinated? Provides information, videos, and press releases regarding the topic of pet wellness and disease prevention.
Pets Matter Newletter
A monthly e-newletter produced by AAHA to foster communication and strengthen the relationship between pet owners and their veterinarians.
ProZinc
Information on administering feline insulin and diabetic care.
Raccoon River Dog Park
Information on the Des Moines Raccoon River Dog Park.
Veterinary Endoscopy
What is Veterinary Endoscopy? This website offers detailed information on this minimally invasive technique.
Veterinary Partner
Answering questions about animal health, medications, therapies, surgery, behavior, and safety.
VOHC
Veterinary Oral Health Council - Helping to control the most common disease in dogs and cats.
VPI Veterinary Pet Insurance
Veterinary Pet Insurance helps you afford the best medical care available for your pet.