A COLLECTION OF USEFUL LINKS ......
ANAESTHETIC & YOUR BELGIAN SHEPHERD - EMERGENCY, FIRST AID, POISONING, BEREAVEMENT - INFORMATIVE. EDUCATIONAL, MEDICAL & VETERINARY SITES - HIPS, ELBOWS & OTHER JOINT RELATED SITES - EYES & EARS - SEIZURES & EPILEPSY - NATURAL DIET, HERBAL REMEDIES, HOLISTIC, FLOWER ESSENCE

 
BELGIAN SHEPHERD SPECIFIC
Information on Belgians and Anaesthetic - courtesy of River Wolf Belgian Tervuren
The Library - A Belgian Shepherd Resource Guide - courtesy of EPIX Belgian Sheepdogs - Great links for the Belgian enthusiast * * * Highly recommended!
Idiopathic Epilepsy in the Belgian Tervueren (and other varieties) - By Dr Jeff Sampson, KC Genetics Co-ordinator
Developing a genetic marker for Idiopathic Epilepsy in the Belgian Shepherd Dog
Health matters - BSDC of Great Britain
Lists some Inherited Cataracts in Belgians - CERF - USA
What breeds are affected by cataracts?
 
VACCINATIONS - THE GOOD THE BAD AND THE UGLY
Report of the American Hospital Association (AAHA) Canine Vaccine Task Force: 2003 Canine Vaccine Guidelines, Recommendations, and Supporting Literature
Considerations in Designing Effective and Safe Vaccination Programs for Dogs
Are dog vaccines necessary? · Information to consider when vaccinating your dogs
Vaccination Story in the Dogs World UK March 2004 and Vets in UK Speak Out Against Vaccination
New page for our Vaccination protocols NEW PRINCIPLES OF IMMUNOLOGY Vaccination dangers etc
 
SEIZURES, EPILEPSY
Understanding Your Pet's Epilepsy - *** Highly recommended!
Epilepsy [HomeVet© Natural Pet Care]
Canine Epilepsy and diseases that cause seizures in dogs
Clinical and Genetic Advances - Canine Epilepsy by George J Brewer MD
Canine Epilepsy Network
Canine Epilepsy Resource Centre
Canine Epilepsy
Epilepsy Study
Canine Epilepsy FAQ from the Internet FAQ Archives
Seizure Disorders - The Pet Health Library
Table of Contents - Canine Epilepsy Guardian Angels If your dog should have a seizure, please make sure your veterinarian draws blood for a "thyroid test"
OFA Genetic Databases - Thyroid Database
What's The Big Deal About the Little Thyroid
Behavioral changes associated with thyroid dysfunction in dogs
Hypothyroidism F.A.Q.
 
INFORMATIVE. EDUCATIONAL, MEDICAL & VETERINARY SITES
On-line Medical Dictionary - Medical terms and their meanings.
The Pet Health Library
Monash Vet Clinic - Aust - Our trusted & fantastic vets - Mark, Ray and the gang.
OFA Genetic Databases - Cardiac
Australian Veterinary Association
Animal Friends On-Line - Links to Dog Sites - Health Related
OFA Genetic Databases - Thyroid Database
Addisondogs - Addisons disease in dogs SYMPTOMS - Vomiting, Diarrhea, Lethargy, Depression, Lack of appetite, Tremors or shaking Muscle weakness, Pain in hind quarters
Leptospirosis is a worldwide (includes Australia) problem "causing fever, anemia, septicemia, kidney and liver infections, abortion and stillbirths - the dog may die from acute septicemia, anemia, kidney failure...."
OFA Genetic Databases - DNA
Informational Articles from Golden Retrievers in Cyberspace - This site has some fantastic articles and links, eg - Artificial Respiration, Choking, First Aid Kit, Noise Phobias - Fear of Thunder or Loud Noises, Orthopaedic Problems - Elbow Dysplasia - Hip Dysplasia - Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) - Panosteitis ("Growing Pains," "Wandering Lameness") - PennHIP Questions & Answers, Flea Allergy Dermatitis, Skin and Allergy Problems in Dogs * * * Highly recommended!
Harmony Animal Hospital Laugh, learn, share and explore the world of all kinds of pets Not just for dogs but for all pets - the dog section includes many interesting articles eg. Does Your Dog Suffer from Separation Anxiety?
Harmony Animal Hospital Pet Care Library - Dogs
Pet Education.com Many articles on the following - Feeding & Nutrition - Preventive Health Care - Grooming & Sanitation - Supplies - Diseases & Conditions - Bacterial, Viral & Fungal Diseases - Bones, Joints, Muscles & Nerves - Digestive System, Liver & Pancreas - Ear, Skin & Allergies - Endocrine (Hormonal) Conditions - Eyes - Heart & Lung Conditions - Immune, Lymphatic & Blood Conditions - Parasitic Diseases - Reproduction & Fetal Development - Teeth, Mouth & Throat - Urinary System Diseases - This site is well worth the visit!
Dog Owner's Guide - Very informative and educational, with lots of informative articles including Bloat, Thyroid etc...* * * Highly recommended!
Australian Canine Current Events - Home Page - * * * This site has some fantastic links, including - Health & Nutrition etc
A Guide to Hereditary and Congenital Diseases in Dogs, Published by The Association of Veterinarians for Animal Rights
Dog Owner's Guide: Autoimmune diseases
Canine Inherited Disorders Database
Animal Health: Adequan® Canine Home Page - Arthritis (degenerative joint disease) in dogs - six common joint conditions. This site describes the benefits that can be had by using 'Glucosamine' for arthritic dogs, which I use myself for my Hip Dysplastic girl.
All Creatures - DOGS - Diseases in Dogs
Aussie Vet - Online Vet - Vetafarm Australia
Dr Dog
Siriusdog - * * * Covers just about everything you'd want to know about anything doggy.
Merck Veterinary Manual Comprehensive electronic reference for animal care information NEW 18th April 2004
 
EMERGENCY, FIRST AID, POISONING, BEREAVEMENT
Emergency dog links - Dog Emergencies, First Aid and CPR, Poisoning, Bereavement......
What to Put In Your Canine FIRST AID KIT
The Bloat Book - Emergency procedures - Bloat is life threatening
ASPCA/NAPCC (National Animal Poison Control Centre) Information Page
Informational Articles from Return to Golden Retrievers in Cyberspace - This site has some fantastic articles and links, eg - Artificial Respiration, Choking, First Aid Kit, Noise Phobias - Fear of Thunder or Loud Noises. *** Highly recommended!
 
HIPS, ELBOWS & OTHER JOINT RELATED SITES
Australian Veterinary Association
Canine Hip and Elbow Dysplasia Resources - includes links to HD comparison charts (schemes in different countries)
OFA Search Online
OFA Genetic Databases - Hip Grades and different countries comparison chart
PennHIP Program- The University of Pennsylvania Hip Improvement
OFA Hip Info
PennHIP is a new system for the early detection of Hip Dysplasia. - Dr Ray Ferguson - from Monash Veterinary Clinic (our vet) s one of several Australian veterinarians trained and registered to carry out PennHIP radiographs.
Canine GENETICS Resource, Dog Genetics - Hip Dysplasia Articles
OFA Genetic Databases - Elbow Dysplasia
OFA Genetic Databases - Patellar Luxation
Informational Articles from Golden Retrievers in Cyberspace - This site has some fantastic articles and links, eg - Orthopaedic - Elbow Dysplasia - Hip Dysplasia - Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) - Panosteitis ("Growing Pains," "Wandering Lameness") - PennHIP Questions & Answers. * * * Highly recommended!
What you still don't know about the "A" Stamp can hurt you - (FCI comparison chart - revised Sept 2000)
Animal Arthritis FAQ
OFA - PenHip Update - Looking at OFA and PennHIP in 2003 and 2004 by Fred Lanting
Hip Dysplasia
Online Vets
Panosteitis This is a fairly common condition of long bones in the large breeds of young dogs.
 

EYES & EARS

Canine Eye Registration Foundation - USA
Animal Eye Care - our Eye Testing Clinic in Victoria, Australia
Eyevet Consulting Services - The Veterinary Ophthalmology Information Centre
Through the Eyes of Your Canine - How dogs see, can my Blind dog lead a normal life?
Owners of Blind Dogs Site - Providing love support and information for all blind and visually impaired dogs.
Star Cataract - (Posterior, Polar Subcapsular) Cataracts
Lists some Inherited Cataracts in Dogs- CERF - USA
Deafness in Dogs & Cats
Deaf Dog Education Action Fund
THE BLUE POWER EAR TREATMENT
 
AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE, NEUROLOGIC DISEASE, SKIN PROBLEMS, CANCER
Degenerative Myelopathy - Dr. Scanlan
Degenerative Myelopathy - Support group, includes comprehensive info on DM
Degenerative Myelopathy German Shepherd Dogs - R.M. Clemmons, DVM, PhD
Animal Cancer FAQ
Truth In Advertising: Breeder Self-Regulation New 1st May 2005
 
NATURAL DIET, HERBAL REMEDIES, HOLISTIC , FLOWER ESSENCE
BARF!!! Bones and Raw Food - We have fed our dogs a mainly raw food and bone diet for over eight years , with impressive results - and believe it has contributed to their good health and reproduction.
Dr Ian Billinghurst - author of the book Give Your Dog a Bone” which began the worldwide BARF dietary revolution for pets, it's a great book to read on the subject of BARF.
NaturalRearing.com
Holistic Animal Health: Animal Diseases and their Natural Care - PART 2
Pet health care links including herbal references - Links to many other Health sites.
DermaPet
Holistic Health Information for Companion Animals - Also info on Chiropractic, Natural rearing, Breeding, Training, Flower Essences and more.
Herbs For Pets
Greenpet - Natural Alternative Health for your Pets and Livestock
Vets All Natural
The Use of Alternative Therapy in Dogs and Cats
International Flower Essence Centre
Out of the Earth - Natural Healing Alternatives For Pets & Their People - including some very interesting articles on raw diets and the Herbal Parasite Cleanse for Cancer
Herbal Treatments for Dogs from Robert McDowell's Herbal Treatments. Cancer Support, Radiotherapy Support, Articles and Consultation.
 
RELATED
How to Take the Pulse of a Dog
Taking Your Pet's Temperature
Administering Medications to Dogs
Common Drugs & Nutraceuticals for Dogs and Cats
 
TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR now has it's own "BIG" page
 
See also Breed - Info, Standard, Description, Puppy Manuals, FAQ, Health

 

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