Selected by Ann Viera, College of Veterinary Medicine Librarian at the University of Tennessee, 865.974.9015
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Database Search and Article Photocopy Tips

To find articles in the veterinary literature, search CONSULTANT first, then PubMed (MEDLINE) and then AGRICOLA. Copies of articles cited that are not in the practice collection can be obtained by contacting your state veterinary library or commercial vendor.

Pet Health Information--selected quality websites

• Resources for Pet Owners / Animal Companions

MEDLINEplus--health information for clients, friends, family

Veterinary practitioners are frequently asked for advice on health concerns. An excellent resource for veterinarians in this situation is MEDLINEplus. Veterinarians can refer friends and family to MEDLINEplus with confidence because it is "...accurate, current, commercial free and totally private..." (from the MEDLINEplus bookmark--if you would like copies, please contact Ann Viera at annviera or 865.974.9015)

• MEDLINEplus - a highly recommended source of consumer health information selected and continuiously refined and updated by the librarians at the National Library of Medicine.
• About MEDLINEplus
• MEDLINEplus Fact Sheet
• MEDLINEplus is Better Than Ever - NLM Newsline July-Sept 2000
• MEDLINEplus -- Reviews from major newspapers and journals
• MEDLINEplus -- American College of Physicians endorsement of MEDLINEplus

Selected links

State of Tennessee

• Knoxville Veterinary Medical Association
• Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association
• Tennessee State Rules Governing Veterinarians - Rules and Regulations of the Tennessee State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners
• State of Tennessee Health Care Professions Licensure Verification

Dog Bite Prevention

Sites that include materials in connection with Dog Bite Prevention Week (JAVMA News, April 15, 2003):

• Bibliography of Articles on Dog Bites - Centers for Disease Control/NCIPC
• Stay Dog Bite Free - Humane Society of the United States
• Dog Bite Prevention by Michael Bermant, MD
• The Texas Department of Health
• State Farm Insurance
• Dog Bite Prevention Resources by R.A. Marotto, Animal Control Officer, Minneapolis

Emergencies and Disasters

Sites that include materials on the care and handling of animals and pets in times of emergency or disaster.

• Disaster Preparedness - AVMA
• Electronic Library Animals and Emergencies - FEMA
• Pet First Aid and Hurricane Tips - Red Cross
• Animal Poison Control Center - ASPCA

Housecall or Mobile Veterinary Practices

• Housecall or Mobile Veterinary Practices

Updated June 4, 2005