Special Resources Links: Special Resources

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SPECIAL RESOURCES

13 Steps to Finding Pet-Friendly Rental Housing –
http://www.hsus.org/ace/13354 -
Resource from Humane Society of the United States. Bottom of page has links to more information about moving, letters of reference for your animal, and more.

American Humane -
http://www.americanhumane.org/site/DocServer/lk_link_article.pdf?docID=603 -
PDF print-out related to the link between animal cruelty and interpersonal violence.

Animal Ethics -
http://animalethics.blogspot.com -
Web site with essays & opinions about the philosophy of animal ethics. Philosophical Discussion of the Moral Status of Nonhuman Animals.

Animal Rights Law Project -
http://www.animal-law.org -
This website contains materials written by Gary Francione, Anna Charlton, and students in the course on Animal Rights and the Law that Francione and Charlton have taught at Rutgers University School of Law for over a decade.

Association of Pet Dog Trainers -
http://www.apdt.com -
The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is a professional organization of individual trainers who are committed to becoming better trainers through education.  We promote professional trainers to the veterinary profession and to increase public awareness of dog friendly training techniques.

Canadian Federation of Humane Societies -
http://www.cfhs.ca/ -
As a national voice on animal welfare issues, CFHS represents over 100 member societies and branches across the country, and speaks collectively for more than 400,000 individuals.

Declawing Cats – Issues & Alternatives -
http://amby.com/cat_site/declaw.html -
http://www.de-clawing.com/ -
http://www.pawproject.org/ -
http://declaw.lisaviolet.com/ -
http://www.stopdeclaw.com/ -
http://www.caws.org/catclaws.html -
Saving cats’ toes, one owner at a time!

DogFriendly.com –
http://www.dogfriendly.com –
DogFriendly.com publishes US and Canada pet travel guides for dogs of all sizes & breeds.

Dog Hause -
http://www.doghause.com -
all kinds of really neat animal stuff - animal info, fonts, clip art, proverbs, humor, merchandise, and much more!

Doggone! –
http://www.doggonefun.com –
Database of dog-friendly accommodations and bimonthly newsletter of places to go & things to do with your dog in North America.  

Dog Whisperer -
http://www.dogpsychologycenter.com/ –
Cesar Millan, The Dog Whisperer - he rehabilitates dogs and trains people

Dog Wise -
http://www.DogWise.com -
wide variety of current dog books and products

God’s Creatures Ministry –
http://www.all-creatures.org/gcm -
God's Creatures Ministry is committed to spreading God's compassion to all He has made based on The Scriptures. Although we are a Christian Ministry, we encourage all to have their own animal welfare committee in their community.

How to Travel with Your Pet -
http://www.fodors.com/features/nfdisplay1.cfm?name=stt/010904_stt_pets.cfm -
Smart travel tips – describes more than 5000 hotels & motels with details.

HSUS First Strike Information -
http://www.hsus.org/hsus_field/first_strike_the_connection_between_animal_cruelt y_and_human_violence/ -
PDF print-out strives to raise awareness about the animal cruelty & human violence connection.

Lost Dogs Database -
http://www.lostdogsdatabase.com –
Visit this site to report a lost or found dog or cat anywhere in the US or Canada. There is a fee to report a lost animal, and listings for found animals are free.

Pennsylvania State Dog Laws -
http://www.agriculture.state.pa.us/agriculture/cwp/view.asp?a=3&q=126843 -
Bureau of Dog Law is charged with: Enforcing licensing and control of dogs; Enforcing kennel licensing and inspections; Investigating dog bites; Seizing and detaining any dog seen running at large; Reimbursing individuals for dog-caused damage to livestock, poultry and domestic game birds; Establishing and enforcing the quarantine of dogs in certain areas when required; Funding counties and humane organizations to establish dog control facilities; Providing educational services concerning dog ownership in Pennsylvania; Enforcing the Pennsylvania Rabies Law

Pet Abuse Connection -
http://www.pet-abuse.com/connection/ -
Statistics regarding the connection between animal abuse and other forms of violence.

Pet-Friendly Apartments –
http://www.hsus.org/ace/11819 -
Links to sites that list pet-friendly apartments.

PetsWelcome.com –
http://www.petswelcome.com –
Pet travel resource – lists hotels, B&Bs, ski resorts, campgrounds and beaches that are pet-friendly.

Pieces of My Heart -
http://www.crean.com/jimwillis/ -
Writings Inspired By Animals and Nature, by Jim Willis. "If one book can make a world of difference for animals, this is it!"

Snyder Foundation –
http://www.snyderanimals.org –
Promote the humane treatment of animals through education and philanthropic support with two major programs - Grants & Awards and Humane, Environmental and Character Education.  

Traveling With Your Pet –

The AAA PetBook©
http://www.aaasouth.com/drive_trips_pets.asp -


The guide reviews travel options and lists more than 10,000 AAA-rated, pet-friendly lodgings. There's also a special section for disabled travelers with companion animals.


Vietnam Dog Handler Association - -


http://www.vdhaonline.org -


Remembering & honoring military dogs from Vietnam & other US wars