Additional Links
Registering Your Dog
Not only is registering your dog required by law in the state of Michigan, it also adds another opportunity to return your dog if they are lost. It is also an effective way to prevent or control the spread of rabies because an up-to-date rabies vaccination is required for registration. Tags are provided by the department where your pet is registered. Most residents of Washtenaw county should register through the county, but residents of Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti Township will follow their local municipality guidelines. We've provided a link for each below. If you live outside of these areas, search “dog registration [your area]” to find information on registering your dog.
Trusted Informational Websites
The internet is a big place and there are numerous websites to get good, reliable information and tips to help give your pet a happy and healthy life. Unfortunately, there are also many sites offering false or out-of-date information. To help cut through these bits of misinformation and old wives' tales, we offer you a list of our trusted websites.
We believe they offer the most comprehensive, well-researched, and current information. This is not an exhaustive list and it does not replace consulting with a veterinarian if your pet is sick or injured. Links for emergency hospitals can always be found at the bottom of every page on our website.
Useful Links
Please check back regularly as we are working everyday to update this page. We apologize for the inconvenience as we work to fill this page with useful links from around the internet.
USDA APHIS Pet Travel
A comprehensive guide to traveling with your pet internationally. This website is updated regularly, so check back frequently as your travel date approaches.
Visit USDA APHIS Pet Travel
BringFido
Make sure your canine Columbus and feline Ferdinand never have to stay home again!
Visit BringFido
CareCredit
Flexible payment option accepted at numerous dental, optometric, and veterinary offices, including ours!
Visit CareCredit
Petfinder
Petfinder has been around for 20 years and they make it incredibly easy to find ideal pets available for adoption from all across the country.
Visit Petfinder
PetLink
A microchip doesn't offer much benefit if it isn't registered. We recommend PetLink because they offer lifetime registration for a one-time payment of $19.99.
Visit PetLink
PetTravel.com
Flying with your pet can be a confusing and frustrating experience. Find out what your preferred airline requires before you get to the check-in desk at PetTravel.com.
Visit PetTravel.com
ProFlowers — Toxic Plants Guide
ProFlowers has compiled an easy-to-read infographic showing levels of toxicity and which parts to avoid. We recommend contacting a veterinarian or poison control if you are worried about potential poisoning.
Visit ProFlowers — Toxic Plants Guide
Rover
Find a pet-sitter in your area. It's like AirBnB, but for pets and people come to your house instead.
Visit RoverBlogs and Other Fun
The internet isn't all seriousness and academic papers. The following links offer funny or interesting stories about pets and their owners. They also offer compelling and new research-based theories on animal care, behavior, or nutrition. With that, for once in your life, would you please click on a picture below and use the internet for a little fun!
Companion Animal Psychology
Written by Dr. Zazie Todd, PhD in Psychology — focuses on behavior, training, and enrichment for cats and dogs, backed by research. Also features a book club on the humane treatment of companion animals.
Read more on Companion Animal Psychology
BuzzFeed Animals
Collection of quizzes, lists, and other assorted fun from the BuzzFeed family. If the sites at the top of the page are farewell, this would be the internet version of frosted animal crackers.
Read more on BuzzFeed Animals
BarkBox
Fun monthly box for dogs. Different theme every month. (Don't worry she didn't forget your feline friends. Visit meowbox.com for meow-r fun!)
Read more on BarkBox
Go All Outdoors
If you've ever considered taking your dog camping with you, this is a quick, easy-to-read guide to help prepare you and your dog for your next outdoor adventure.
Read more on Go All Outdoors