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Karma Dog Training Essentials

KR Natural Products - Pet Supplements: Vitamin solutions for your pet's health needs.
Whole Dog Journal: A monthly guide to natural dog care and training.
The #1 Music for Relaxation & Healing for your dog by Steven Halpern: When you want to nurture your dog's body, mind and spirit, we invite you to experience the award-winning music of Steven Halpern, the pioneering artist whose music has touched the lives of millions. Halpern's music helps your dog relax, reduce stress, sleep better and connect with their spiritual essence.

must read articles

What's in Pet Food?: What is in a commercial brand pet's food?
Meditate with your dog: 5 tips on how to meditate with your dog
Preventitive Dentistry: Daily chewing of raw meaty bones sanitizes the oral cavity of the successful carnivore.
POLLUTED PET FOOD: Commercial pet food and stock feed contain a cocktail of dead domestic animals and deadly environmental toxins. Warning: these four short articles will make you rethink what you feed to your pets, and even what you and your family eat.
Organic pet food gets paws up: Organic pet food gets paws up - By Bruce Horovitz, USA TODAY
Get the Facts on Puppy Mills: Puppy mills are breeding facilities that produce purebred puppies in large numbers.
Get The Facts: What's Really in Pet Food: This report explores the differences between what consumers think they are buying and what they are actually getting.
GPS, GSM Trail Companion Canines: GPS/GSM–enabled pet tracking device developers might be barking up the right tree.
Sample Diets: These recipes are intended to get you started, to supplement a commercial diet or to suffice until you can obtain more information or a book on the subject.
Selecting a Commercial Pet Food: Our extensive research has revealed that the pet food industry is extremely secretive.
Choosing the Right Collar for your Dog: There are many styles of collars to choose from depending on your dog's size and disposition, and your training need.
Getting Your Dog Home Safe & Sound: We've all heard about the microchip that you can have placed in your pet to help identify them should they turn up at a shelter. The latest twist? GPS tracking microchips.
Now, high-tech Fido finders: "No one should have to go through the heartache of losing a pet," said Jennifer Durst, CEO of GPS Tracks in Oyster Bay, L.I., which makes the high-tech pet locator.
What You Need to Know About Your Pet's Food: Many consumers are not aware that the pet food industry is an extension of the human food and agriculture industries. Pet food provides a market for slaughterhouse offal, grains considered "unfit for human consumption," and similar waste products to be turned into profit.
Supplements for Pets: Here are the vitamins that dogs and cats need most, and why

Organic Dog Food (Shop Online)

Organic Pet Products - Organic Dog Food: A one-stop shopping experience for your organic puppy/dog food.
TheHealthFoodforPets.com: Have you been seeking a quality company offering holistic dog food and natural cat food without any luck? Welcome to your one stop source for the best in natural pet care and holistic pet food.
Only Natural Pet Store - Organic Dog Food: Only Natural Pet Store was created to offer healthy, natural pet care products that are consistent with a holistic approach to pet health.

Vegetarian Dog

Helping Animals - Vegetarian Cats and Dogs: Many vegetarians and vegans feed healthful, meatless diets to their companion animals. One remarkable example is that of Bramble, a 27-year-old border collie whose vegan diet of rice, lentils, and organic vegetables earned her consideration by the Guinness Book of World Records as the world’s oldest living dog in 2002.
DOGS CAN BE VEGAN TOO!: We’ve been fortunate to share life with a number of vegan dogs. We would like to share the knowledge attained from our experience caring for vegan dogs.

- An article by Butterflies Katz
V-Dog: V-dog is recognized as the original vegetarian dog food, first produced in 1980. Our nutritionists have developed Crunchy Nuggets using only natural, healthy and wholesome ingredients and without the use of artificial colors or preservatives.
AMI Pet Products: AMI is an Italian based manufacturer of ethical pet products now available in the UK. Our range includes vegetarian food for dogs and cats, edible vegetarian bones and AMÍ SAND, a revolutionary plant based cat litter.
VeganPet: Veganpet is a complete and balanced dry pet food that contains no animal products. It provides a real alternative to processed animal foods and is priced comparitively. Scientific studies confirm Veganpet’s suitability for maintaining a healthy diet for both cats and dogs, young and old.
Can a dog be vegan?: It is possible to love and care for an animal in a way that enriches the lives of both the animal and the human involved.

It is also possible to raise a meat-eating animal such as a cat or dog on a vegan diet and thus reduce the overall amount of animal suffering and death in the world by not supporting the exploitative industries of fishing and meat-farming.
The Dog Food Project: Are you concerned about the dry food your dog is eating? Looking for detailed information about certain food ingredients? Confused about inconsistent information about dogfood from pet food manufacturers? Need help comparing dog food brands and finding a better one?
VeggiePets.com: Vegetarian Dog Chews
Raw Advantage Organic Vegetarian for Dogs: Fresh frozen vegetarian diet supplement made with organic ingredients: Slow Cooked Millet, Lentils, Potatoes and Carrots; Hot Soaked Oats and Fresh Shredded Carrots, Zucchini, Kale and Beets, Wheatgrass, Fresh Ground Flax Seed, Cold Pressed Safflower Oil, Nettles, Garlic, Lecithin.
Dr. Harvey's Veg-to-Bowl for Dogs: Veg-to-Bowl is a fantastic way to provide essential vitamins, minerals and fiber for your companion dog. By adding the vegetables and herbs for digestion in Veg-to-Bowl every day, you give your dog the key to proper nutrition and a happier, healthier life.
Honest Kitchen Preference Dehydrated Dog Food: The Honest Kitchen's dehydrated food offers many of the benefits of a biologically appropriate raw pet food diet, combined with the convenience and peace of mind of a nutritionally balanced, ready-blended product. Dehydration simply removes the moisture, which prevents decomposition. As an ancient form of preserving food, virtually all of the nutrients are left intact. This is a much "fresher", and therefore healthier, approach than the extrusion process that dry kibble undergoes.
Evanger's Vegetarian Canned Food for Dogs & Cats: Evanger's dog food is made using the highest in quality, human-grade ingredients, with no additives, preservatives, artificial colors, by-products or salt. Evangers makes every effort to source all of their ingredients locally and they can these fresh ingredients at their own plant in Wheeling, Illinois. All of their foods have also been approved by the Chicago Rabbinical Council as Kosher and is suitable for kosher events and homes.
Natural Balance Vegetarian Dog Food Allergy Formula: Natural Balance Vegetarian Formula was designed for dogs with allergies caused by intolerances to common food ingredients such as meat or dairy products. Vegetarian Formula provides adult dogs with the same essential nutrients found in diets with meat as the protein source. Natural Balance Vegetarian Formula is for all breeds of adult dogs.

Some dogs may be highly sensitive to commonly used animal proteins, carbohydrates and food additives in their diet. Allergic reactions can lead to irritable bowel, upset stomach, and a number of skin problems. Natural Balance has created Vegetarian Formula for dogs with these food allergies. The Vegetarian Formula combines special non-meat proteins along with effective natural ingredients to help rebuild the dog's immune system.
VeggiePets.com: Ami Vegetarian Dog Bones
VegePets.info: The facts about meat-based and vegetarian cat and dog diets.
VegetarianDogs.com: A vegan site since 1998 offering 100% cruelty free products.
Dogs - a vegetarian diet?: If you are a vegetarian, you will already know about vegetarian foods. With a little common sense, your own meals can easily be adapted to suit the animal. Give plenty of variety: deficiencies are unlikely if a wide variety of foods is eaten.
Evolution Diet (order online): Evolution Diet has proved repeatedly that Cats and Dogs can live longer and healthier on a Meat Free Diet that includes the Freshest, Purest Polyunsaturated Vegetable Oil. Evolution Diet has proven that Dogs, Cats and even Ferrets can not only live very successfully on a Flesh Free – Animal Fat Free Diet: They can live longer and healthier.
Veg for Life: Purchasing meat-based pet foods perpetuates the cruelties of the "food animal" industry. And, as a vegetarian or an animal lover, it probably seems contradictory to feed your favorite animal the remains of other animals.
Vegetarian Dog Health Study: As the ranks of vegetarians in the United States and around the world grow in number, many are applying the same ethical considerations and health benefits
to their companion dogs who are omnivores just as we are.
Helping Animals - Resources: A list of companies that sell vegan dog and/or cat food.
Harbingers of a New Age: Vegedog™ supplement is like magic. Just add it to ordinary people food, using our recipes as your guide, and suddenly the vitamin and mineral content of the food is adjusted for dogs.
Evolution Diet: Research proves Strict Vegetarian Diets and Supplements prevent and cure these diseases in Humans. That is why the most knowledgeable and concerned Veterinarians and others are choosing Evolution Diet Holistic Pet Foods to prevent and treat these diseases in Dogs, Cats and Ferrets.
Purchase PetGuard® Organic Vegetarian Dog Food: PetGuard® Organic Vegetarian Dog Food is a superior blend of wholesome organic grains, generously mixed with sweet organic apples, sun-ripened organic cranberries and nutritious organic vegetables, enriched with all-natural vitamins and minerals to produce the most healthful and flavorful organic vegetarian dog food for your companion pet.
Purchase Petguard's Adult, Vegetarian Feast Dinner, Can: PetGuard Premium Dog Foods provide 100% complete and balanced nutrition for the growth and maintenance of a healthy and happy lifestyle for your pet.
Purchase Natural Life Vegetarian Formula: Natural Life developed the Vegetarian Formula as a diagnostic tool and as an alternative to a meat diet.
Purchase Nature’s Recipe Vegetarian Canine Formula: Nature’s Recipe Vegetarian Canine Formula was created to give your adult dog a diet free of animal protein ingredients that can cause skin and coat problems in dietary-sensitive dogs. Vegetarian Canine Formula is also a nice choice if you happen to be a vegetarian yourself. This formula provides the same ten essential amino acids found in diets with meat as the protein source.
Wow-Bow Distributors, Ltd - Vegetarian Pet Food: Vegetarian pet food is for pet owners who want to do the right thing. Today's pet owners believe that it is better for their pets to eat a diet of vegetables and grains, fruits, nuts, and seeds, with or without eggs and dairy products.
Petguard Organic Vegetarian Dog Food: Petguard organic vegetarian dog food is a superior blend of wholesome organic grains, generously mixed with sweet organic apples, sunripened organic cranberries, and nutritous organic vegetables, enriched with all-natural vitmains and minerals.
PETA’s GoVeg Campaign: Provides Vegetarian Starter Kit with information, tips, and recipes for new vegetarians.

dog food (individual brands)

Karma: The chicken used in Karma is the Rosie chicken supplied by Petaluma Poultry in Northern California. Rosie was the first chicken in the United States to carry a certified organic label. Rosie is a free range chicken, allowed to run and forage outdoors in an open-air, fenced area outside the barn.
Wellness: Recipes contain high quality, real-food ingredients including USDA inspected, hormone-free, ethoxyquin-free meats, wholesome grains, fruits and vegetables and a host of phyto-nutrients, vitamins and minerals.
Natural Balance Organic Formulas®: Natural Balance Organic Formulas® are GMO free and never sprayed with pesticides. Natural Balance Organic Formulas® use only free-range, humanely treated, antibiotic and hormone free chicken, with a wide range of organic ingredients.
Newmans Own Organics: Bell & Evans® Chicken – The Excellent Chicken® contains no antibiotics and is fed only a 100% natural, all-vegetable diet. Raised in abundant fresh air and provided plenty of clean water. (not free range)
Pet Promise: Pet Promise only obtains its meat from U.S. farmers and ranchers who are committed to eco-friendly, natural and sustainable practices and who practice the humane treatment of animals. Their pasture-fed beef and free-range chicken come from certified natural producers, such as Coleman Natural Beef & Petaluma Poultry.

Canine Cancer Care

The Perseus Foundation: To educate the general public and promote public interest, in the United States and abroad, in cancer research, diseases, the search for a cure for cancer in animals generally, and the search for a cure for cancer in dogs in particular
The Veterinary Oncology and Hematology Center: (VOHC) is a specialized veterinary practice dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of cancer in animals. Our staff includes nationally recognized oncologists, led Dr. Gerald Post.
Gulf Coast Veterinary Oncology: Gulf Coast Veterinary Oncology uses a multi-modality approach to treat cancer. That simply means we combine traditional therapies, primarily surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, with medicine's newest therapies such as biological therapy and immunotherapy.

Our objective is to provide our pet owners with options. Options that allow us to provide state-of-the-art cancer care.
Canine Cancer Awareness, Inc.: Canine Cancer Awareness, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to elevate the public level of awareness through the distribution of printed educational materials (on the web or otherwise) while working in coordination with other programs involved with issues regarding canine cancer.
Animal Cancer Foundation: n June 1998, Dr. Gerald S. Post, a distinguished veterinary oncologist, began to channel funding
he received from grateful pet owners into projects that would benefit animals in the future. In 1999, as the number and size of gifts increased, he formalized his vision by creating the Animal Cancer Foundation so that many hundreds of thousands of animals would benefit.
The Angiogenesis Foundation: The Angiogenesis Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA. Founded in 1994, the Foundation was created by physicians, scientists, and humanitarians who share a vision that healthcare in the 21st century will be revolutionized by medicines that control angiogenesis.

Angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth) is the "common denominator" in society's most significant diseases, including cancer, heart disease, stroke, blindness, arthritis, psoriasis, complications of AIDS, and more than 70 other conditions.
National Cancer Institute’s (NCI’s) Center for Cancer Research (CCR): A world leader in developing lifesaving treatments for cancer and home to many of the major breakthroughs in cancer research and care, the National Cancer Institute’s (NCI’s) Center for Cancer Research (CCR) is the largest component of Institute’s intramural (i.e., in-house) research program.
Bellingham Veterinary and Critical Care: To date, we have completed 3 allogenic stem cell transplants for dogs with lymphoma: Comet, Bailey, and Annabelle.
Chemocare.com: Welcome to Chemocare.com, my new website designed to provide the latest information about chemotherapy to patients and their families, caregivers and friends. We are here to help by supplementing what you may already have learned from your healthcare professional.
-- Scott Hamilton
The Smiling Blue Skies Cancer Fund - Links Page: The following are some web sites that may be helpful/supportive to those of you beginning your journey up the hills and through the valleys of cancer, with your beloved companion animal.

VETS

Dr. Marc Bittan DVM: A veterinarian specializing in holistic healthcare for your pet dogs.
California Animal Hospital: The California Animal Hospital - 24 Hour Emergency Care Since 1980. Drs. Ettinger, Lusk, Barrett, Norman, Charette, Sammut and their associates provide both general veterinary services as well as referral medical services.
The Holistic Veterinary Center: Dr. Dody Tyneway holds a B.S. in Animal Science from Cornell University. She graduated with honors from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992.
Complete Animal Eyecare Center: Complete Animal Eyecare Center is a full service ophthalmology
hospital for small animals, large animals, avian and exotic pets.
Dr. Pasternak's clinic: Henry Pasternak, D.V.M, C.V.A., has practiced integrative medicine, using both holistic and Western therapies.
Limehouse Veterinary Clinic: Doctors and staff are trained in both holistic and Western allopathic medicine.
Sherman Oaks Veterinary Group (*Dr. Nancy Scanlan): A team of professionals dedicated to providing your pet with the best possible veterinary care in a gentle, caring environment.
Charles Loops: World Famous Homeopathic vet. Does phone appointments.
Animal Surgical and Emergency Center: The Animal Surgical & Emergency Center, one of the largest referral and specialty hospitals in the country, has been in business nearly 30 years. With board-certified specialists in numerous specialties, cutting-edge 24 hour critical care, state-of-the-art equipment, and a “team approach”, our goal is to work in partnership with your referring veterinarian, for the benefit of your pet.

dog health care

AltVetMed Web Site: The AltVetMed Web Site, your home for finding information about complementary and alternative therapies in veterinary medicine (CAVM).
Dr. Ian Billinghurst: Dr. Billinghurst knows that modern processed pet foods are responsible for most of that ill health abd says he has the simple but powerful solution to this problem...
Halo - Holistic and All-Natural Pet Care Products: HALO'S MISSION is to provide people and their pets with honest information and wholesome products to better the lives of the animals and the people who love them.
Dr Gloria Dodd: Everglow Natural Veterinary Services - Holistic veterinary medicine. Homeopathy for animals
PMK Organics (Pat Mckay Inc.): PMK is devoted to giving you the information, products and services necessary for feeding your carnivores
the way Mother Nature intended.
BARF (Biologically Appropriate Raw Food): Raw food related links
Shirley's Wellness Cafe: ShirleysWellnesCafe.com is a free educational web site created from a labor of love and as a public service.
Natural Pet Health Care - Holistic Pet Food and Raw Pet Food: Dr. Pitcairn DVM - "...When I began to suggest the feeding of raw meat I found animals becoming more healthy even without other treatment. Indeed, I have frequently had the report that people find their animals become healthy when they make this change and diseases for which they were hoping to have treatment (on a waiting list) have disappeared.
Ayurveda and your Dog: Just like you, your dog can benefit from an Ayurvedic approach to food and daily routine. The best routine for your dog is that which most closely resembles the natural life of a non-domestic dog.
Ayurvedic and Pet Care: To supplement a dog's diet they advise soy or meatless pet foods from health food stores. Dogs do well with whole-grain cereals and milk for breakfast and high-protein dinners like ground nuts, cheese, textured vegetable proteins or legumes, mixed with raw or cooked vegetables. Egges are optional. Foods include whole-wheat bread, brown rice, sprouts, fruit, and carrots and hard whole-grain biscuits for exercising teeth and gums.

Pet Vaccinations

Puppy Shots: Vaccination Issues for Breeders: Most people and even many veterinarians believe that more than one vaccine is needed to "prime" the immune system or build immunity, but in the case of modified live virus vaccines for parvo and distemper, this isn't really necessary.
Re-Vaccination: Vaccination for Previously Vaccinated Dogs and Older Puppies: Annual shots: Many veterinarians insist on them, boarding kennels and groomers require them, and keeping "current" on vaccinations has become one of the hallmarks of responsible pet ownership. But are they really necessary? And are they safe?
Titers: What do they tell us?: A "titer" is a measurement of how much antibody to a certain virus (or other antigen) is circulating in the blood at that moment.
Articles on "Vaccinosis": As you become more aware of this problem in your research of this subject as a concerned pet owner, you can shift your approach from automatic yearly revaccination to a physical examination accompanied by bloodwork, or titer testing (a tool to help assess the status of the immune system, and actually quantify its state of immunity in the blood, or the serum antibody level).
The Truth About Pet Vaccinations: Most guardians have never been told the truth about vaccinations.

recommended books, videos & dvds

Don't Shoot The Dog CD Set: The "bible" for humane, gentle animal care and a beloved resource on using positive reinforcement effectively for pet owners everywhere. Complete and unabridged, read by the author.
After You Get Your Puppy: Now you have your puppy, the clock is ticking and you need to meet three more developmental deadlines before your puppy is five months old.
Natural Pet Care: How to Improve Your Animal's Quality of Life: Gary Null has long been known for his work helping people improve their lives through nutrition and natural means. In Natural Pet Care, he turns his attention to animals, and not simply dogs and cats.
Cesar's Way (4 CD set): The Natural, Commonsense Guide to Understanding and Correcting All Common Dog Problems.
Train Your Dog DVD: Featuring Nicole Wilde & Laura Bourhenne. Entirely based on POSITIVE, GENTLE techniques, "TRAIN YOUR DOG" reveals many of the best-kept secrets for training dog obedience and much more.
The Power of Positive Dog Training: Walk away from punishment-based training methods and learn how you can reward your dog to obtain and reinforce the behaviors you could only dream about achieving!
Positive Perspectives: Love your Dog, Train Your Dog: How can bad behavior be easily transformed into good behavior? Why does management work better than force? What is the one toy every dog owner should have? PLUS the latest info on training with treats, vaccination schedules, housetraining and problem prevention.
Dog Training DVD: The Dog Whisperer: The Dog Whisperer DVD offers a truly humane, revolutionary, and common sense approach to raising and training your dog.
The Dog Whisperer: Trainer Paul Owens offers a compassionate, nonviolent approach to dog training. His spiritual approach links sound training principles with intuitive and effective insights.
Culture Clash: The book that has shaped modern thinking about canine behavior and the relationship between dogs and humans has been revised. Dogs are NOT humans. Dogs ARE clever and complex creatures that humans need to take the time to understand in order live together successfully.
Before and After Getting Your Puppy: Outlines everything you need to know to select the right puppy, as well as all the crucial lessons a puppy must be taught during its impressionable early development.

Tags, Collars, Harnesses, and Leashes

Gentle Leader Easy Walk Harness: Unlike traditional collars, the Gentle Leader® Easy Walk™ Harness never causes coughing, gagging, or choking because the chest strap rests low across the breastbone, not on the delicate tracheal area.
Halti Head Collar: Halti Headcollars put you back in control - kindly. Nylon headcollar stops pulling because when you guide a dog's head, the body will follow. Attaches to your leash for those who prefer not to use a choke collar. The strap behind the ears is adjustable with a quick clip closure. Please choose the correct collar size for your dog. Available in Black.
Gentle Leader Deluxe: This new addition to our Gentle Leader line is a perfect solution for owners who want the same amazing control they are accustomed to - and their dogs who still want to cater to their inner fashionistas. Available in 3 ribbon designs and with complementary colored felt for extra comfort, this product also comes complete with a matching 6' leash.
The Sense-ation Dog Harness: The SENSE-ation™ (Sensation) is the Original, patented Front-Connection™ harness. It is designed for our Softouch™ methods and general management.
Dr. Fosters & Smith Padded Harness: Your pet will love the padded comfort of this unique harness.
The Buddy System: The Buddy System is a unique hands-free leash system designed to make it easy to take your buddy along.
Gentle Leader Headcollar: Effectively stops pulling and lunging and can control jumping and barking without choking your dog.
Sporn Training Halter: Innovative design of halter stops pulling instantly while providing maximum comfort for your dog.
The Halti: The Halti by Dr. Roger Mugford is based on the simple principle that if you guide the dog’s head, the body will follow, controlling a dog quickly without inflicting pain.
Global Pet Finder: GlobalPetFinder introduces the latest in proven gps and 2-way wireless technology to help you keep track of your beloved pet.
TAG-A-ROUNDS: Tag Silencers For Your Pet.
Leather Creations for Dogs Inc.: The foremost manufacturer of custom dog collars, fancy dog collars, personalized dog collars and leather dog collars for every need and taste.

getting rid of fleas naturally

The Natural Approach to Flea Control: If you have a flea problem, this is the first place to start.
PMK ORGANICS -Skin, Coat & Flea Products: Healthy dogs and cats do not have fleas!
NaturVet’s Herbal Flea Powder & Spray: The unique natural combination of Rosemary and Cedar Oil repels fleas.
How to Rid Your Home of Fleas Naturally: Try these nontoxic ways to take back your home from those little bloodsuckers.

Bones, Chews and Treats

Only Natural Pet Store - Natural Dog Bones: Fresh frozen USDA free range beef bones, fresh frozen organic chicken or turkey necks, raw frozen bones from free range buffalo and more.
Only Natural Pet store - Natural Chews for Dogs: 100% natural extra thick bully sticks, regular Red Barn bully sticks, Nature's Variety Dry Roasted Bones, Greenies that satisfy your dog's natural desire to chew and more.
Only Natural Pet Store - Natural Treats, Biscuits, & Snacks for Dogs: Zukes PowerBones, Zukes Hip Action for Dogs, Merrick Beef Steak Wafers, Old Mother Hubbard Old Fashioned Dog Biscuits and more.
Organic Pet Products - Organic dog treats: Belly Rubs, Blue Ridge, Chocolick Chips, Howlin' Gourmet Karma, Newmans Own and more.

Dog services

PET TAXI: Southern California Pet Taxi Provides Pet Transport in Los Angeles and surrounding cities and states. We are the number one Pet Transportation Company in Los Angeles, Palm Springs, San Jose, San Diego, Orange County, Nevada and Arizona. Pet Taxi provides both Emergency and Non-Emergency transportation for your pet. We are a 24 hour transportation service covering the greater Los Angeles, San Diego and Santa Barbara areas.
Jessica's Pet Massage: HEALING PET MASSAGE
For cats/dogs/horses with arthritis, injury, anxiety, etc
Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning: Non-toxic, environmentally friendly, child and pet safe carpet cleaning.
Mr. Scooper: Dog Poop Pick Up Service
Mother Earth Cleaning: Your Green Home Cleaing Service. Your Home cleaned totally toxin free. Safe for you, your children and your pets.

Aromatherapy, Essential Oils

Loves Cauldron (Danae -Reiki Practitioner): Aromatherapy products designed to create sacred space and MORE.
Kathleen Armstrong NBCR, RMT, CTHt: Kathleen Armstrong has been a professional in the field of Holistic Health since 1992.
Aura Cacia: Create a relaxing, spa-like setting in your own home with Aura Cacia products – formulated from 100% pure essential oils, to provide true aromatherapy benefits for the mind, body, and spirit.

Dog Walkers

Animal People: Angela Jenkins started Animal People in 1997. At that time, she was serving on the Board of Directors for Kitten Rescue and producing commercials for animal rights organizations.
Pet Sitting L.A.: Pet Sitting L.A. is an insured and bonded pet care business, owned and operated by Nadia K.
Muttley Crue - Dogs that Rock: Heather Tannis - owner and dog walker, since 1998.
Your Dog's Best Friend: We offer a variety of Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Services, including Overnight stays in your home.

dog legal issues

Dog Bite Law: The most trusted and extensive resource for dog bite victims, dog owners, parents, journalists and others needing to learn about the legal rights of victims, how to protect children, and other aspects of the dog bite epidemic.
Dog Bite Law - Insurance for the Dog Owner: It is absolutely essential for every dog owner to have homeowners insurance or renters insurance, and that the insurance policy does not exclude accidents caused by the dog.
Dog Bite Law: Frequently Asked Questions
Shannon Keith - Attorney at Law: Specializing in animal rights defense, plaintiff's cases against animal abusers and animal exploiters, "dangerous dog" hearings, and any case defending animals and those who risk their freedom for them.

DOG PARKS

Freeplay: Off-leash Dog Parks and Beaches for dogs in the Los Angeles area. FREEPLAY is dedicated to protecting the right of recreation for tax payers and their dogs.
Dog Parks - Things to do in Los Angeles: 13 listings in the greater Los Angeles area.
Southern California Dog Fun Directory - Los Angeles: The Original Dog Park Directory
Dog Lover's guide to Pasadena and Los Angeles: Lists dog parks, hikes and beaches.
Off-Leash Dog Parks, Trails & Beaches In Orange County, Los Angeles & Other California Counties: Most comprehensive list featuring about a hundred listings.

dog walking safety

Direct Stop Citronella Spray: An alternative to pepper spray repellent. A highly effective and humane way to deter aggressive animals. When tested with trained attack dogs, this revolutionary citronella formula was found to be just as effective as 10% pepper spray yet without harmful side effects.
Delta Cycle: Ecoblast Air Horn with Pump. Used to keep aggressive stray dogs away from you and your dog on walks. The only air horn you will ever need.

dog training resources

The Association of Pet Dog Trainers: The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT) is a professional organization of individual dog trainers.
American Dog Trainers Network: The American Dog Trainers Network is a comprehensive, one-stop resource for dog owners and dog trainers.
Open Paw: Welcome to Open Paw®, your definitive animal training resource. Open Paw is here to give you and your pet the tools you need to build a lasting and successful relationship with one another and with your community.
The Humane Society of the United States - Dog Behavior Tip Sheets: Whatever "issues" you or your pet may have, we have information that can help you address them. Our tip sheets are designed to empower pet caregivers to solve the problems that threaten their relationships with their companion animals.
The San Francisco SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers: The SF/SPCA Academy for Dog Trainers was founded in 1999 with the aim of providing comprehensive and leading edge education to dog trainers, behavior counselors and other companion dog professionals.
Linda Tellongton-Jones: We are dedicated to sharing the TTEAM and TTouch philosophy and techniques in order to develop a deeper understanding of animals and ourselves, to heal our relationships with others, nature and the environment.
Volhard - The site for the discriminating dog owner: Here you will find a wealth of resources on a variety of dog-related subjects.
Dog Logic: DogLogic's Information applies to ALL breeds. ALL the FREE Training, Feeding and Health articles apply to every breed of Dog.
Dog Info - Alphabetical Glossary: The information on this site is for everyone to read. Please use it as often as you like.
The INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CANINE PROFESSIONALS: An organization established to maintain the highest standards of professional and business practice among canine professionals.
National K-9 Dog Trainers Association: All members of the NK9DTA have successfully completed a course at the National K-9 School for Dog Trainers and in doing so they have received professional certification that allows them to use the title Certified Professional Trainer and to become a member of the NK9DTA.
Dog Trainer Insurance.com: Business Insurers has been providing General Liability specifically designed for pet professional associations for over 5 years. Our coverage includes the broadest Care Custody and Control coverage for the pets and property in your care whether at your client’s home, in transit or at your home.
Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT): The CCPDT is an international testing and certification program for professional pet dog trainers.
The National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors: NADOI was founded in 1965 when a small group of instructors gathered together and resolved to promote modern, humane training methods and at the same time elevate the standards of the profession.
Sue Sternberg: Sue is an expert in dog aggression and an innovator in the field of shelter dog welfare, and she develops programs to prevent pet relinquishment and overpopulation, to match families with safe pets, and to help shelters attend to the mental health of the animals in their care.
PuppySites.com: ** Over 10,000 Dog-Related Web Site Listings!! **
Dr. P's Dog Training Library: Website dedicated to specific training issues.
Temple Grandin, Ph.D.,: Temple Grandin, Ph.D., is inarguably the most accomplished and well-known adult with autism in the world. Dr. Grandin's current best seller is Animals in Translation.
Dog Owner's Guide: The online magazine for all pet and showdog owners.
Dog Channel: The internet for dog lovers.
Sirius Dog Training: SIRIUS® championed user-friendly and dog-friendly dog training—specifically, that training should be as enjoyable for dogs as it is for owners, and that training should only involve quick, easy, and effective methods that are within the capabilities of all family members, especially including children.
Peaceable Paws: Peaceable Paws’ mission is to foster harmony between the human and non-human animals of our world through dog training and animal behavior consultation services and seminars.
Karen Pryor: Author of Don't Shoot the Dog and one of the founders of clicker training.
Raising Canine: Practical solutions and education in today's animal world.
Puppy Works: Puppyworks is "the event planner for dog people", sponsoring and organizing educational dog events for nationally and internationally known dog trainers, dog behaviorists, sports competitors and breeders.

Pet supplies

Training Pad Holder by Simple Solution: Simple Solution's Training Pad Holder is designed to keep puppies from tearing, shredding, chewing or playing with the training pads. It holds the pad firmly in place and keeps it from shifting and moving on the floor.
The World's Best Dog Toy: In 1976, Kong established the standard for dog toy peformance and durability.
Four Paws Metal Walk Thru Gate: These gates can be opened to walk through in either direction. Pressure mounted, no damage to walls.
Four Paws Metal Walk-Thru Gate 30-34Wx41H: Pressure mounted Walk-Thru Gate installs in minutes without tools or drilling holes. 41 inches in height.
Karen pryor Clicker Gear Store: The New i-Click!, 3 Clicker Holder Set with Clickers, The Karen Pryor Choice Treat Bag and more!
JOG A DOG: Tradmill for dogs. 4 different sizes to choose from.
Cool Dog Toys: Dog Toys, Dog Harness, Dog Collars and Leashes, Dog Anti Barking Collars or Training Collars
My Pet Specialties: Everything from an electronic dog fence to an electronic dog collar along with our dog training collars and our bark collar to train your dog.
Extra Tall Baby Gates (For Pets too): With its unique stylish arched top design and pressure mounted feature, the Extra Tall Baby Gates from Dreambaby is a great way to keep your little one safe.
Activedogs.com: All products for Service Dogs & Therapy Dogs.
Safer Baby: Safer Baby 13215 Ventura Blvd Studio City, CA 91604-1835 USA. Telephone: 818-784-6628
SENSE-ation™ Dog Harness: The SENSE-ation™ (Sensation) is the Original, patented Front-Connection™ harness.
PETaPOTTY: The PETaPOTTYtm is designed to allow your pet the freedom to do his or her business whenever he or she deems necessary, and to give the pet owner the satisfaction of not dealing with unwanted carpet stains or burn marks on their lawn.
Doggy and the City: Dog Potty Box & Grass Replacement
Things4yourdog.com: We offer many dog products for your working dogs. We specialize in working dog vests and service dog harnesses. We offer service dog and therapy dog equipment. We have dog products for police dogs, therapy dogs, K9 dogs, guide dogs, search and rescue dogs, hunting dogs, companion dogs, assistance dogs, and all other working dogs.
DogGoneGood: All Dog. All Good.
Spoiled Rotten Doggies: Thee web's most complete source for Dog Costumes and Accessories: costumes, clothing, treats, toys, hats, carriers, and more!
Sitstay.com - The Dog Supply Store: Where smart dogs do their business.
J and J Dog Supplies: Obedience, agility and flyball training equipment.
Pup Life - Outstanding Dog Supplies: Pup Life carries the finest dog carriers, beds, toys, training harnesses and more. At Pup Life, your dog is family.
Doctors Foster & Smith: DOG SUPPLIES: Products for your dog & puppy selected by their veterinarians.
Moongazer.com: Seeks out the most innovative, effective, and safe products and bring them to the marketplace.
Pet Edge: Serving Pet Care Professionals and Independent Retailers Since 1956.
Morrco Pet Supply: MorrcoPet, Inc. is a family owned and family run company in business since 1999. They are factory distributors of all of their products.

dog fun

Dog, Dogs, Canine Wonderland!: If you love dogs, visit I-Love-Dogs.com for tons of free dog stuff!
Dogster - Where Every Dog Has A Webpage!: Make your dog a free webpage now! Share dog photos, tell dog stories, make dog friends!
Three Dog Bakery: Their Mission: To fresh-bake the world's best dog biscuits and give dog lovers everywhere a healthy, all-natural, bone-ified treat to give their favorite four legged friends.

Dog Photography

Lora Brudniak - Photographer of Dogs: Shooting locations mainly outdoors, using mostly natural light. Over 100 candid images, capturing the unique personality that you love so much about your dog.

dog muzzles

The Pooch Protector: We are manufacturers and distributors of genuine hand-crafted leather basket dog muzzles.
Amstaff Muzzles: Four different types of muzzles for your Amstaff.
Pit Bull muzzles: A selection of pit bull muzzles.
For Dog Trainers.com: American Pit Bull Terrier Wire Basket Dog Muzzles.
Morrco Pet Supply: Crome Wire Basket Dog Muzzles, Plastic Italian Basket Dog Muzzles, Pro Guard Softie Dog Muzzles, Mesh or Leather Dog Muzzles.
WIRE BASKET MUZZLE: Wire Basket Comfort Muzzle has 3/4" straps. Made of heavy leather and star riveted.
Wire Basket Dog Muzzles: A Wire basket muzzle is the only muzzle that will allow for the dog to breathe freely, pant drink and even eat.
Wire dog muzzle: These wire dog muzzles have a special plastic/rubber surface which can last up to 50% longer, and are completely safe and non-toxic.
Wire Basket Dog Muzzle Boxer or Pit Bull Or Similar Snout Size: Wire Basket Dog Muzzles used by The Humane Society.

DOG FRIENDLY GUIDES

Dog Public: Brand new dog resource website!
Los Angeles, California Dog-Friendly City Guide: Focus on listing places that welcome ALL well-behaved dogs, regardless of size!
San Fernando Valley, California Dog-Friendly City Guide: Focus on listing places that welcome ALL well-behaved dogs, regardless of size!
Pasadena - East LA, California Dog-Friendly City Guide: Focus on listing places that welcome ALL well-behaved dogs, regardless of size!
Hollywood - West LA, California Dog-Friendly City Guide: Focus on listing places that welcome ALL well-behaved dogs, regardless of size!
DogFriendly.com: Pet Travel Guides and City Guides for Dog Owners

Doggie Day Care

Wagville - Daycare and Boarding: Daycare & Boarding
Come visit our beautiful holistic center for dogs near Griffith Park and convenient to Silverlake, Los Feliz, Atwater Village, Glendale and the surrounding Hollywood and LA area.
K9s Only: K9s Only, your all-inclusive destination for your K9 companion, sets the standard worldwide for K9 care.
The Club Beverly Hills: A brand new state-of-the art indoor and outdoor facility featuring a fitness course, lounge and spa (and owned and operated by a licensed veterinarian and his wife), The Club Beverly Hills gives unprecedented care and attention to each dog.
KIng's Sanctuary - A Canine's Chalet: We believe that dogs need extra love and attention when they are away from their parents. By greatly limiting the number of guests at King's Sanctuary, we are able to provide each guest with all the attention and love they could ever need.
Double Dog Ranch - California: At Double Dog Ranch your dog will discover freedom, adventure and new friends in a secure, natural forest playground. For all the same reasons we humans need vacations, our best friends have an unmistakable need to stir their ancient canine heritage by unrestricted running through the forest, joyful romping with other dogs and then sleeping soundly in a sunny spot.
Paws Pet Resorts: Paws Pet Resorts
CageFree K-9 Camp: CageFree K-9 Camp
is a premier cage free dog daycare and dog boarding center, chosen and outfitted to ensure that your dog has minimal disturbance to his or her lifestyle while away from home.
LA Dogworks: A one-stop-shop where people could bring their dogs, pick up retail items they need and also be exposed to all the care and services that their dogs deserve from grooming, hydrotherapy, day care, training, portraits, massage care, aromatherapy, and lots and lots of love.
Hollywood Hounds: This exclusive canine care center offers a world-class collection of doggy services including day care at the site of the famous statue of Bullwinkle and Rocky near Crescent Heights.
Bow Wow Bungalow: Located a stone's throw from the Bob Hope (Burbank) Airport, Bow Wow Bungalow has been described as one part "Doggie-Disneyland," one part hotel, and one part spa.
Paradise Ranch: Dog Boarding, Dog Day Care, Dog Training and Dog Grooming in Los Angeles - completely cage free.

dog vitamins

Organic dog supplements: Organic dog supplements and vitamins.
Only Natural Pet Store - Natural Vitamins & Supplements for Dogs.: Ideally, vitamin supplements should be rotated. Just like rotation and variety in the diet is important for complete and balanced nutrition, rotating vitamin supplements can provide greater balance through a wider assortment of vitamin and mineral “sources”.
PMK ORGANICS - Truly natural health supplements.: Featuring ANIMALIFE. The first and only live, plant-cell-grown, organic food concentrate vitamins and minerals for animals.
Gary Null's Natural Living: Vitamins & Nutrients for Dogs
Animal Essentials: Developed by leading experts in the field of holistic animal care, Animal Essentials™ supplements are made from the best natural ingredients available.

LEARNING THEORY

Principles of Behavior Modification and Treatment: The most commonly used behavioral techniques include habituation, extinction, desensitization, counterconditioning, and shaping.
Developing a Behavior Modification Program: To take an organized approach to behavioral change, you must first determine what areas you want to address.
An Overview to the Behavioral Perspective: According to the behaviorists, learning can be defined as the relatively permanent change in behavior brought about as a result of experience or practice.
An Introduction to Operant (Instrumental) Conditioning: This approach to behaviorism played a major role in the development of the science of psychology, especially in the United States.
Operant Conditioning in Education: Educational innovations can be attributed either directly or indirectly to operant conditioning.
An Introduction to Operant and Classical Conditioning: This site is dedicated to all those seeking to use positive reinforcement in animal training.

music for your dog

Inner Peace Music: Inner Peace Music features the recordings of Steven Halpern, the
preeminent composer/recording artist of music that relaxes the body, opens the heart, and soothes the soul.
Lifescapes: Listen to and purchase
any of our over 200 titles
available to you online.
Flutes of the World: Maria’s recordings have been recommended by physicians and nurses worldwide and are highly effective for relaxation, meditation, massage, yoga, pain reduction, anxiety and insomnia.

Dog books, videos & dvd's

Dogwise: Dogwise provides the widest variety of current cutting-edge dog books and products for serious dog enthusiasts.
James & Kenneth: James & Kenneth is just a small puppy publisher, trying to run with the big dogs. However, according to the Association of Pet Dog Trainers — the largest association of pet dog trainers in the world — we publish some pretty good books and videos.
Tawzer Dog Videos: Tawzer Dog Videos is the dream of owners George and Alta Tawzer. They first became interested when asked to videotape an APDT conference several years ago and found that there was so much valuable information out there that could contribute to a better environment for our canine friends that we began asking if we could videotape and offer the material. Over the years many wonderful and knowledgeable speakers have allowed them to tape.
Barking Jones: Behavior Booklets
by Ian Dunbar and Gwen Bohnenkamp.

DOG BREEDS

The Dog Owner's Guide - Breed Info: Profiles of dog breeds, wolves, coyotes & even the mixed breed dog.
Dog Breed Info Center: This site is packed with information on breeds from all groups in an easy to follow format.

Flower essences

Anaflora Flower Essences: Anaflora flower essences and flower essence formulas made just for animals by Sharon Callahan internationally recognized animal communication specialist and leading pioneer in the use of flower essences in the treatment of animals.
Bach Flower Remedies: The Bach Flower Essences are 38 plant and flower based essences that can help you and your dog manage the emotional demands of everyday life.

ANIMAL COMMUNICATION

Marty Meyer, Telepathic Animal Communicator: Talk to Animals is a web site about Telepathic Animal Communication. Telepathy is a simple tool that enables us to communicate directly with our animal friends.
Carol Gurney: The foundation of Carol Gurney's practice is her HeartTalk Program®. Carol has taught this innovative method of communicating with animals to more than 6,000 people. The HeartTalk Program® is centered on the basic principle that animals and people can communicate heart-to-heart.
Beatrice Lydecker Online: In addition to being the pioneer in the field of animal communication, Beatrice Lydecker is making a difference in People's lives everyday. She combines a poignant look at her own life with a wealth of information about herbal medicine. It's time for alternative medicine, especially herbal medicine, to be recognized as having a very valid place in our fight against disease.
Lydia Hiby, Animal Communicator: One of the most sought after animal communicators around.
Barbara Shor: This modern-day animal "whisperer" draws
on her training and experience.

Colleagues

Florida Dog Trainer: Husband and wife trainers, Martin Deeley and Pat Trichter welcome you!
Mike Herstik - International K-9: Home of Mile Herstik
Good Dogs Are Trained: A dog training and certification program serving Glendale Burbank and neighboring communities of southern California
Primetime K9: Home of Gretchen Ferrel
Way of the Dog: Home of Brian Lee
Canines Best Behavior: Exists to enhance the dog-owner relationship, particularly owners with problem dogs.
Dog Remedy: David Reinecker is the creator of Dog Remedy® a unique way of training, which combines hand signals, voice commands and holistic remedies along with human-dog interaction techniques.
The K9 Mind: Brandon Mcmillan, animal trainer.
ZEN4K9S: Linn Boyke began his work with dogs ten years ago when he started a dog walking business.
Second Chance Love: The Dog Psychology Center refers anyone interested in a phone consultation in aggression exclusively to Cheri Lucas. Cheri's forte is giving dog owners the information and confidence they need to rehabilitate their dog's behavior, without actually having a person to person, in-house consultation.
The Dog Psychology Center: Home of Cesar Millan online.
Dr. C.W. Meisterfeld: Professional Canine Psychotherapist
Crossroads Country Club Resort: Crossroads is a full-service boarding and training resort for dogs, cats, and other companion animals.
K9 Toddlers: THINK like a dog. BEHAVE like a Master!
Lockwood Canine Training Center: Provides the ultimate in dog training and boarding
Animal Coaching: Maureen Hall has a most unique and varied background in the fascinating world of
animals.
Shelby Marlo: Home of Shelby Marlo
Raise with Praise: Home of Paul Owens, author of the book, "The Dog Whisperer".
Brandon Fouche: Home of Brandon Fouche - Dog Behaviorist

online courses

Cynology College: Cynology College is an endorsed and accredited school providing education in applied dog behavior, fitness and nutrition.

Group classes

West Los Angeles Obedience Training Club: Founded in 1951, with the purpose to advance the training of dogs as a sport and to promote the benefits of a trained dog as a personal companion.
Pasadena Humane Society: Pasadena Humane Society offers three types of classes designed specifically for the age group and size of dogs participating.

dog safety

The BatziBelt: This patented pet automobile seat belt restraint, the BatziBelt®, has a unique shackle that quickly and easily slips onto any seat lap belt or shoulder harness. The advantage of the Batzibelt® is its simplicity and ease of use.
Pet Containment and Training Systems: The latest and best innovations available online to contain and train your dog to keep him Happy, Healthy, and Home.
Sportdogz.com: Product lines include the latest and best from Innotek, Tritronics, Dogtra, SportDog, PetSafe, DT Systems and Staywell Pet Doors.

CAR BARRIERS

Mesh Car Barrier for Pets: A convenient, affordable method to keep pets in the back seat.
Auto Barriers And Car Travel Barriers: An assortment of products dsigned to keep your dogs confined to the back of the car.
Car / Van Containment / Vehicle Barriers: Vehicle Barrier Gates, Safety Seats & More.

microchip your dog

Home Again: Home Again Pet Recovery Service
AVID microchip ID: Millions of dogs and cats, horses, livestock and birds now carry the AVID® microchip.

find your dog

Sherlock Bones: Provides nationwide services to lost pet owners assisting them in developing the best plan to quickly recover their lost or stolen pet.
K 9 Alert: Helping reunite stray dogs with their owners.

dog publications

City Dog: Los Angeles: CITY DOG cuts through the hub-bub and gives you the essential 411 on every dog-related shop and service in the greater LA area.

dog rescue

Ace of Hearts: A 501c-3 dog rescue foundation dedicated to rescuing dogs, the day they are to be euthanized, from various Los Angeles shelters and placing them in loving homes.
PETS 911: Find, Adopt, or Help a Pet
Where You Live.
Villalobos Rescue Center: A rescue, rehabilitation and placement facility for abused and abandoned Pit Bulls.
InfoLACA.com: Your Guide to Los Angeles and Southern California. Hundreds of links to animal resources in in L.A.
Much Love Animal Rescue: Much Love Animal Rescue is a 100% nonprofit, no-kill organization dedicated to reducing overpopulation, abuse and neglect of domestic animals.
New Leash On Life Animal Rescue: In 1997, New Leash On Life Animal Rescue was born, thanks to Bobby & Kelly Dorafshar.
Pacific Coast Dog Rescue: Pacific Coast Dog Rescue is a non-profit organization founded in 1998 and dedicated to helping end the overwhelming pet overpopulation problem in Southern California and beyond.
Karma Rescue: Karma Rescue takes death row dogs from the shelters and provides them with a second chance by rehabilitating and placing them into safe and loving homes. Karma Rescue is a non-profit 501c3, tax deductible organization.
Lange Foundation: Dedicated to saving impounded companion animals, and preparing them for a journey to a new, safe, loving world.
The Amanda Foundation: The Amanda Foundation - last chance to save shelter animals.
Pasedena Humane Society & SPCA: Pasadena Humane Society & SPCA is an independent, non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the humane treatment and quality of life for all animals.
Petfinder.com: Petfinder.com is 10 years old this year and are celebrating their birthday - and the pets - all year long!
Pet Orphans: Pet Orphans of Southern California is one of the oldest active humane organizations in the Greater Los Angeles area with a private shelter.

non profit organizations

The Animal Protection Institute: Whatever your degree of involvement with animal protection, whether as a long-time advocate, a lawmaker, or a novice, you'll find that our website has much to offer.
Delta Society: Improving human health through service and therapy animals.
PAWS/LA: A non-profit agency founded in 1989, PAWS/LA exists to enhance the quality of life of people living with a disabling life-threatening or terminal illness by empowering them to keep and care for their pets.
The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind: Since 1946, the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc. has provided guide dogs free of charge to blind people who seek enhanced mobility and independence.
The Lyme Disease Foundation: The Lyme Disease Foundation (LDF) is the premier nonprofit dedicated to finding solutions for tick-borne disorders.
John Robbins: John Robbins is the author of THE FOOD REVOLUTION -- How Your Diet Can Help Save Your Life and Our World.
Humane Farming Association: Works to stop animal abuse in factory farming and slaughterhouses with anti-cruelty investigations and exposés,
The Animal Behavior Society: The Animal Behavior Society is a non-profit scientific society, founded to encourage and promote the study of animal behavior.
International Association of Assistance Dog Partners: A non-profit, cross-disability organization representing people
partnered with guide, hearing and service dogs.
The Psychiatric Service Dog Society (PSDS): The Psychiatric Service Dog Society (PSDS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to responsible Psychiatric Service Dog (PSD) education, advocacy, research and training facilitation.
HandicappedPets.com: Products, services, and support for elderly, disabled, and handicapped pets. We help you care for them.
Orthodogs’ Silver Lining Foundation: Orthodogs' Silver Lining Foundation was created to serve as a place of hope for owners and caretakers of orthopedically challenged dogs. Our goal is to provide access to fundraising resources, and to make emergency funds available for exceptional cases.
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc.: Since 1946, the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc. has provided guide dogs free of charge to blind people who seek enhanced mobility and independence.
Canine Companions for Independence: Canine Companions for Independence is a national nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of children and adults with disabilities by providing highly-trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships.
Paws With A Cause®: Paws With A Cause® trains Assistance Dogs nationally for people with
disabilities and provides lifetime support which encourages independence.
PAWS® promotes awareness through education.
Therapy Dogs Inc.: It is a goal of Therapy Dogs Inc. to provide registration, support, and insurance for members who are involved in volunteer animal assisted activities. These activities include, but are not limited to, visits to hospitals, special needs centers, schools, and nursing homes.
Therapy Dogs International: Therapy Dogs International, Inc. (TDI) is a volunteer organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registration of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers for the purpose of visiting nursing homes, hospitals, other institutions and wherever else therapy dogs are needed.
Love on a Leash: We provide training, evaluation and certification procedures for therapy pets and their owners.
Pets Are Loving Support: Pets Are Loving Support is a non-profit agency organized to improve the quality of life of people with AIDS by preserving and promoting the human/animal bond through the care and maintenance of their animal companions.
Bay Savers Inc.: From San Francisco to New York all water is connected as is the water of the world. Find out what you can do to save our bays.
The STAND Foundation: Have you ever seen a homeless person with a dog panhandling on an off-ramp, or collecting empty cans and bottles in the neighborhood? Have you ever wondered if the dog is hungry and healthy? That’s where people like you, and The STAND Foundation, come in.
SPCALA: Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
PETA: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), with more than 850,000 members and supporters, is the largest animal rights organization in the world.