Resources

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We have compiled a list of resources for many areas of pet ownership and care including: pet care guides, financial planning and aid, and locating local animal organizations and support

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Below are online resources for pet care, financial assistance, and finding local pet organizations. Use these as a starting place and contact local organizations as well to find the best support for what you need. 
When feeling overwhelmed or lost, local rescues, humane societies, and vet clinics are great organizations to contact with any questions about your pet, pet care, and support available in your area.

PET CARE GUIDES

BEST FRIENDS- RESOURCES

Pet Care “How to Guides” and information on how to address common pet problems from animal experts and veterinarians.
https://resources.bestfriends.org/?_ga=2.77462801.543496728.1575568684-379642952.1575568684

GUIDE FOR SELECTING A BIRD

https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/spending/T063-S001-the-cost-of-owning-5-popular-small-household-pets/index.html

DOG AND CAT ADOPTION

Comprehensive pet adoption guide for dogs and cats. Addresses how to select a dog/cat, how to find local rescues, adoption checklists, training, and transitioning the animal to your home.
https://www.petfinder.com/pet-adoption/dog-adoption/the-pet-adoption-guide/

PETCO GUIDES

Pet guides for dogs, cats, fish, small mammals, reptiles, and birds.
https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/c/new-pet

DOG TRAINING

Facts and information on dog training.
https://www.angieslist.com/research/pet-training/

ANIMAL BEHAVIORS AND TRAINING

Guide to different types of animal training and behavioral support.
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/behavioral-help-your-pet

PET CARE BUDGETING

Resources for pet care cost planning

YEARLY DOG BUDGETING

General initial and yearly costs for adopted dogs
https://www.petfinder.com/pet-adoption/dog-adoption/how-much-does-a-dog-cost/

DOG AND CAT COSTS

Comprehensive cat and dog budgeting and financial planning guide. Gives average costs across breeds and medical procedures
https://www.thesimpledollar.com/pet-cost-calculator/

FISH AND AMPHIBIANS

Guide for financial planning for an aquarium for fish and for some amphibians
https://www.petcoach.co/article/aquarium-costs-what-it-takes-to-run-a-healthy-successful-fr/

REPTILES

Initial and general pet care costs for a variety of reptiles
Financial planning for reptiles: https://www.reptifiles.com/how-much-do-reptiles-cost/

SMALL PETS

General cost guidelines for small mammals, reptiles, birds, and fish
https://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/spending/T063-S001-the-cost-of-owning-5-popular-small-household-pets/index.html

FINANCIAL AID AND ASSISTANCE

Pet Care financial Aid

Comprehensive list of pet financial aid-related organizations: https://www.humanesociety.org/resources/are-you-having-trouble-affording-your-pet

Pets with Disabilities & Pet insurance

Financial resources for pets with disabilities and information on pet insurance: https://www.handicappedpets.com/financial-aid-for-pets/

Financial Assistance Guide

Suggestions for financial hardship, emergency aid and shelter resources, fundraising information, information on financial resources, and suggestions for future planning: https://www.thepetfund.com/for-pet-owners/financial-assistance

Seniors with Pets

Advice for low-income seniors and affording pet care: https://www.senioradvisor.com/blog/2016/08/pet-care-resources-for-low-income-seniors/

Financial Aid by State

Comprehensive list of pet financial-aid organized by state: https://www.thesimpledollar.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-financial-aid-for-pets/

Pet Food Shelves

General information on pet food shelves and how to locate one near you: https://www.petful.com/animal-welfare/pet-food-pantries-help/

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Finding a local rescue: 

Finding a local vet clinic:

  • Google “vet clinics in my area for (insert your type of pet)”
  • Contact animal rescues and humane societies for recommendations
  • Ask family, friends, neighbors for recommendations
  • Use online search tools such as: http://www.mypet.com/vet-finder.aspx

Finding a local trainer:

  • Google “animal trainers in my area for (insert your type of pet)”
  • Contact animal rescues, vets, and humane societies for recommendations
  • Ask family, friends, neighbors for recommendations

Other useful websites:

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