Pet 411
While your own veterinarian is the best source of information regarding the care of your individual pet, sometimes you need a quick answer to quick pet-related question. The U.S. National Library of Medicine provides a great database on human health, MedlinePlus, which also includes lots of high-quality, well-organized information on pet health. The websites of some colleges of veterinary medicine also provide good tips for pet care and information on conditions and diseases: Cornell University; Washington State University; Tufts University. And, of course, the library has plenty of books on pet care and health (they’re in our Home & Family section).