Links:
Dog Links
The kennel club is a long standing organisation completely devoted to dogs. Visit them for information on dog breeds, dog health and working dogs. You can also find info on dog training classes, puppies for sale, activities to do with dogs. They are also the administrators for petlog, the national pet microchip database.
Love it or hate it, Crufts is the largest dog show in the world. With recent emphasis on healthy breeding the show is now back in the limelight for all the right reasons. Even if you can't make it to the event you will find some great info on their website, and of course, check out the results and find out who wins the all important "Best in show" and "Friends for life" awards.
For those of you who prefer your dogs genes a little muddled up this website is a great resource. The site has plenty of information on rescues, choosing a mixed breed dog and even a gallery.
Probably the most important site that you didn't even know you should visit. This impartial website will let you know what's really in your dogs food, if its good or bad, and if you are getting value for money. Forget clever adverts and free samples, this is the place to go to find a food that is really suitable for your dog!
With so many rescue dogs around it can be hard to know where to go to help by donating time or money. If you don't have a local rescue then the dogs trust is a great worthwhile charity. Last year they looked after over 16,000 dogs and this year is unlikely to be any different. Donate, sponsor a dog or even re home a new canine companion, all on this wonderful website. Formally known as the NCDL National Canine Defence League.
For advice, photos, services and more take a look at this great magazine, a must read for all dog lovers!
Canine partners use dogs to assist people with disabilities get more independence and achieve a better quality of life. To learn more about them, donate or get involved in fundraising visit their website.
Surely you must have heard of this wonderful charity which trains dogs to assist blind people and make their lives a little easier? For information on getting a guide dog, sponsoring a puppy, puppy walking, volunteering and fundraising take a look at their site.
Cat Links
A national network of branches and rescues that neuter and re home over 215,000 cats annually. To learn more about cats and how you can help out visit their fantastic website.
This magazine is great read for all cat lovers and the website is just as good. Not only does it give you loads of advice, stories and tips but you can also find out about cat breeds and find a rescue cat too.
Small Pet Links
Advice about pet rabbits and rabbit welfare. This website addresses the unfortunate issue of the huge problem of rabbit neglect in the UK.
Want a pet hamster? Want to learn more about them? Maybe you even want to "show" your hamster? For resources on all these topics and everything else hamster take a look at this interesting website.
Reptiles, Aquatics, Bird & Wildlife Links
The royal society for the protection of birds aims to conserve wild birds and habitats all over the world. With events such as the big garden bird watch for you to get involved in this website is definitely worth a look. If you are new to feeding birds in your garden and want to know what species you have seen so far this is one of the best sites to find that out.
Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital
Tiggywinkles treats over 10,000 animals every year, from road traffic accidents and all sorts of other terrible situations the UK's wildlife can gets itself into. If you have found an animal you think is in distress, want to be a volunteer wildlife fosterer or want to donate to them please take a look at their website.
The RFUK website is a great resource for beginner and experienced reptile owners. Maybe you want to know how to create the perfect set up for your species with the room and budget you have? Maybe you want to find out more about a species, or even share your own knowledge with others? Then this site is a great place to start, but be careful you don't get addicted to the forum!
A fish dedicated website with advice on all the common fish keeping issues relating to tropical fish. This site is simple and easy to use, making finding the info you need quick and stress free.
General Charity Links
The royal society for the prevention of cruelty to animals is one of the largest UK animal charities. With inspectors looking out for animals being kept in cruel conditions and adoption centres trying to re home the lucky ones the RSPCA is a vital lifeline to many pets and wild animals across the UK. You will find information on animals, welfare, volunteer opportunities and more on this fact filled website.
The peoples dispensary for sick animals helps pet owners in financial difficulty get the veterinary attention their pets need. A combination of financial help and education means that these people can still get the benefits and life confidence of pet ownership without their pets having to suffer.