Where else to look.

The Humane World for Animals (opens in a new window) has a web site that covers many humane issues. The section devoted to companion animals offers advice on responsible pet ownership, animal overpopulation issues, tips on adopting a pet, behavior problems, etc.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (opens in a new window) website is another excellent source for information about pet care.

The American Humane Association (opens in a new window) is a national organization involved in the protection of children and animals.

PetEducation.com (opens in a new window) offers comprehensive coverage on the general care of dogs/puppies and cats/kittens, diseases, drugs, lab procedures, etc. It is maintained by two veterinarians in Wisconsin, Dr. Marty Smith and Dr. Race Foster.

Carroll County’s ordinances (opens in a new window). You will be connected to a national website, Municode.com, which includes Carroll County’s Code. Scroll down to Chapter 14 – Animals.

The San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SF SPCA) (opens in a new window) has a Cat Behavior Hotline which is manned by cat behavior experts. The phone number is (415) 522-3500 or email [email protected].

This page on The Truckers Report (opens in a new window) gives general advice and safety tips for traveling in a car or truck with a pet, as well as links to other websites on the same topic.

RedRover (opens in a new window) is an organization that provides a list of financial aid sources to help when funds are limited.

Reviews and comparisons of pet insurance companies (opens in a new window). Pet insurance can provide coverage for vet bills, behavior therapies and wellness programs. Unfortunately, pet insurance is often difficult to understand, and quality of coverage varies by company. This resource provides valuable comparison information about selected pet insurance companies.