Hillsboro Animal  Hospital  
                        2207 Bandywood Dr.       
                            Nashville, TN 37215                        
            
                                                   (615) 298-2663                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                        

In addition to the Pet Health Care Library, we have provided the following links to websites that provide some great information on a variety of topics related to veterinary medicine and pet health care. We will update this page frequently, and would love to hear your ideas on links that you would like to see us add to this page to share with other pet owners. Feel free to send us your favorites. If we like them, we will add them to our list!

  • Choosing a new puppy  This is a nice starter guide of things that you should consider when you are thinking about getting a puppy
  • Breeds of Dogs A quick reference guide to many breeds of dogs, including photos and brief descriptions of each breed's characteristics.
  • The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
    The Cat Fanciers' Association website has lots of pictures, as well as information on cat breeds, cat care, upcoming cat shows, and much more.
  • Nashville Humane Society This local non-profit organization protects the well-being of animals in Davidson County. They are committed to finding good homes for stray or abandoned dogs and cats.
  • Walden's Puddle This non-profit organization provides care to sick, injured or orphaned Tennessee wildlife. They provide education so that we can have a better understanding and appreciation of our wildlife.
  • Heartworm Society Everything you ever wanted to know about heartworm disease can be found here!
  • Behavior problems  Founded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, best-selling authors and recognized experts on animal training and behavior, this site is a terrific resource for advice on a variety of behavioral problems. If you want to learn more about feline housesoiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!  
  • Give A Cat Medicine Video Cornell has some great videos on one of the hardest things to do in veterinary medicine.
  • HomeAgain.com This website has everything you want to know about microchips.
  • National Animal Poison Control Center
    This is the website of the National Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center.
  • Veterinary Schools in the US  This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
  • USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
    The USDA maintains this website with information on a variety of animal health related topics, including the latest news on such things as Mad Cow Diseases, foot and mouth disease, and many other things.
  • Advantage Flea Control
    This site is sponsored by Bayer Animal Health, the makers of new K9 Advantix for dogs and Advantage flea control for dogs and cats. It is loaded with information about fleas and flea control.
  • Rainbow Bridge
    Anyone who has ever lost a pet should visit this wonderful site. It is a terrific tribute to our lost family members
  • AAHA Helping Pets Fund They help to provide veterinary care for sick and injured pets when their owners cannot afford it or no owner exists. To donate or learn about the program, check their website.
  • Scoutshouse.com  A leading physical rehabilitation therapy center for animals, has an online store that caters to the needs of disabled pets.
  • American Veterinary Medical Association This site is a good starting point to learn more about a variety of topics, including feline injection-site sarcomas and the latest subjects in veterinary medicine