The three most important pieces of information your veterinarian needs to make a proper diagnosis are

SIGNALMENT– age, breed and gender

HISTORY– your pet’s story and

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

Below are various web links to help you gather information about animal health, behavior and medicine. However, nothing can replace the education, experience and expertise of your veterinarian. We are happy to schedule an appointment with you and your pet anytime you have questions or problems.

Client Education

• www.vetcentric.com health and behavior information on all types of animals, medical articles, prescriptions filled
• www.waltham.com choosing a pet, list of breeds, care of a pet, training your pet, health, feeding
• www.petplace.com health and behavior facts, medical information
• www.mypetstop.com variety of animal information and fun articles and games about pets
• www.hsnt.net Humane Society of North Texas
• www.heartwormsociety.org heartworm education, prevalence studies and prevention
• www.hillspet.com pet food and diet information
• www.vetdiet.com prescription diet food

Doctor Resources

• www.tvma.org Texas Veterinary Medical Association
• www.avma.org American Veterinary Medical Association
• www.aahanet.org American Animal Hospital Association
• www.cvm.tamu.edu Texas A & M University College of Veterinary Medicine

• www.novartis.com Novartis Animal Health, general medical
• www.aafponline.org American Association of Feline Practitioners
• www.lifelearn.com resources for client education

Veterinary Continuing Education On-Line

• www.vetmed.auburn.edu/distance Auburn University Distance Learning Project Continuing Education For Veterinary Practitioners
• www.go-live.vet.uga.edu University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education’s GO-LIVE
• www.cvm.uiuc.edu/veo University of Illinois Veterinary Education Online

Veterinary Technician Education On-Line

• www.br.cc.va.us/vettech Blue Ridge Community College Veterinary Technician Program.
• www.vet.purdue.edu/vtdl Purdue University Veterinary Technology Distance Learning Program.
• www.aahanet.org/web/devtp.html Cedar Vally College Distance Education Veterinary Technology Program.