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FAQ: Pet and Animal Diseases

Question: Where can I find information about my pet?

Answer:

Talk with your veterinarian about your pet's condition. Ask for pamphlets with information about tests, diagnosis and treatment.  Your veterinarian may also refer you to a specialist who treats your pet's condition.

MedlinePlus and Other US Government Databases

  • MedlinePlus:
  • MEDLINE/PubMed, an NLM® database of professional biomedical literature
    http://pubmed.gov
  • AGRICOLA, the National Agricultural Library's database of agriculture and allied disciplines
    http://agricola.nal.usda.gov/

Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Databases and Web Sites

NLM® does not recommend or endorse the products, services or information at these Web sites. You need to evaluate the value, authoritativeness and timeliness of the information you find at these sites.

  • CONSULTANT, an online diagnostic support system
    Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
    http://www.vet.cornell.edu/consultant/consult.asp
  • Animal Health, American Veterinary Medicine Association
    http://www.avma.org/animal_health/default.asp
  • Healthy Pet, American Animal Hospital Association
    http://www.healthypet.com/
  • Pet Care, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals (ASCPA)
    http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/

Contact a librarian at your local public, hospital or university library to help you find other resources.

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