Helpful Links
Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital
24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in Latham for after-hours emergencies when our hospital is closed.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
24/7 hotline and online guidance if you suspect your pet has eaten something toxic. A consultation fee may apply.
Pet Poison Helpline
Round-the-clock poison control experts for dogs and cats, plus a searchable list of common household toxins.
Cornell Pet Loss Support Hotline
Compassionate support from Cornell veterinary students for anyone grieving a pet or facing a difficult end-of-life decision.
Rainbow Bridge
Online pet loss community with grief forums, chat rooms, memorials and resources for coping after losing a pet.
Petfinder
Search adoptable dogs, cats and other pets from shelters and rescue groups near you.
Mohawk Hudson Humane Society
The Capital Region’s oldest animal shelter, offering adoptions, low-cost clinics, a pet food pantry and dog training.
Humane Society of the United States
National animal welfare organization with pet care advice, adoption tips and resources for responsible pet ownership.
HomeAgain Pet Microchip
Pet microchip registry and lost pet recovery service to help reunite you with a missing pet.
AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup
Enter a microchip number to find which registry it’s enrolled with and help a found pet get home.
American Heartworm Society
Trusted information on heartworm disease, prevention and testing for dogs and cats.
Pets & Parasites
Pet owner guide from the Companion Animal Parasite Council, with local parasite prevalence maps and prevention tips.
Cornell Feline Health Center
Expert, research-based articles and videos on cat health, behavior and common feline diseases.
AVMA Pet Owner Resources
Guidance from the American Veterinary Medical Association on pet health, safety, travel and disaster preparedness.
Veterinary Oral Health Council
Find dental chews, diets and products accepted by the VOHC for helping control plaque and tartar.
Fear Free Happy Homes
Free tips and courses to reduce your pet’s fear, anxiety and stress at home and during vet visits.
Pet Nutrition Alliance
Tools and questions to help you choose a pet food and understand your pet’s nutritional needs.
USDA APHIS Pet Travel
Official requirements for traveling internationally with your pet, including health certificates and country-specific rules.
NYS Department of Health: Rabies
New York State Department of Health information on rabies, vaccination requirements and what to do after a possible exposure.