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AHS
American Heartworm Society

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 Office of Des Moines
City of Des Moines Pet Licensing

DMOTC
Des Moines Obedience Training Club, Inc.

Dogs and Ticks
Information about your dog and tick-borne diseases.

Feliway
Feliway^® is a synthetic copy of the feline facial pheromone, used by cats to mark their territory as safe and secure.

Feliway^® can be used to help comfort and reassure cats while they cope with a challenging situation and help prevent or reduce the stress caused by a change in their environment and is helpful for inappropriate urination.

Guide to Cat Breeds courtesy of Iams
Profiles on purebred cat breeds
Get the lowdown over 50 cat breeds, from the Abyssinian to the Turkish Van. Find fun facts on the Egyptian Mau, Munchkin and the Ragamuffin, plus specific descriptions, personality traits and physical characteristics of each cat breed.

Guide to Dog Breeds (courtesy of Iams)
Profiles on top purebred dog breeds
What characteristics define the Dachshund? What behaviors are unique to the Bulldog? Get the lowdown on the Lowchen, the Labrador, and over 150 other dog breeds, plus specific health, grooming, personality and behavioral tips.

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.

International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
The International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting excellence in the practice of veterinary acupuncture, as an integral part of the total veterinary health care delivery system.

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.

Veterinary Oral Health Council
The VOHC exhists to recognize products that meet pre-set standards of plaque and calculus (tartar) retardation in dogs & cats.

PurinaCare Pet Insurance
A healthy pet takes more walks, warms more laps, shares more love. That's why you'll want to offer your pet a Lifetime of Care^® with PurinaCare^® pet insurance.

VPI Veterinary Pet Insurance
Veterinary Pet Insurance helps you afford the best medical care available for your pet.