Helpful Pet Links
We are regularly out on the Web, and when we find a great site, we include it here for you to enjoy.

If you know of an interesting or informative site that we do not currently have listed, please email us.

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Canine Activity and Therapy Resources Collie Specific Links Dog Parks Dog Rescues/Rescue Help Estate Planning for Pets Financial Assistance for Sick & Injured Pets General Dog Links Lost Pet Registries National Dog Clubs National Pet Locators Pet Friendly Hotels, Housing, Restaurants, and Travel Pet Health Pet Placement or Rehoming Stores that Support our Cause Training and Behavior


Canine Activity and Therapy Resources
 Foundation for Pet Provided Therapy
Currently, there are over 600 members in 28 states. In many communities, several volunteers have formed chapters so that they have the opportunity to visit with others and to share common concerns and strategies.

 Therapy Dogs International
Therapy Dogs International, Inc.(TDI) is a volunteer organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registration of therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers for the purpose of visiting nursing homes, hospitals, other institutions and more.

 World Canine Freestyle Organization
The World Canine Freestyle Organization is the largest and the first freestyle organization in the US.

 Canine Freestyle Federation
Freestyle is a new canine sport with roots in obedience, but requiring many more movements from the dog and handler, in a routine set to music. There are several styles of freestyle in the US.

 Flyball
An incredible dog sport that is exciting for you and your dog. The Flyball Home Page is the place for information whether you are a novice or experienced.

 United States Dog Agility Association
The USDAA sanctions agility events throughout North America. Event calendar and answers to frequently asked questions.

 North American Dog Agility Council
Organization sanctions agility trials in North America and features a current judges list, calendar of events, and rules.

 American Herding Breed Association
Information on herding dog work, upcoming trials, judging information,trainers/facilities, and herding breeds.


Collie Links
 Collie Health Foundation
This site is dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting collies and their health.

 American Working Collie Association
The American Working Collie Association is dedicated to promoting the working ability of the Collie.

Collie Club of America
This site is noteworthy as it has a wealth of information from collie health to informative publications.

 Collies Online
This is THE collie lovers link that has show listings and club locators. It's a weekly online magazine for lovers of the breed.

 Sunnybank Collies
A site dedicated to the stories by Albert Payson Terhune.

 Dog Owner's Guide
More about the Sunnybank Collies, and the events at the site today.

 Buster Alert
Information about the (mrd)1 gene, and how it may effect your dog's health.


Dog Parks
 Bark Park
Nonprofit dog park located in Dublin, OH. Goal is to raise funds for shelters and rescue groups and to increase community awareness of pet overpopulation.

 Friends of Alum Creek Dog Park
A 4-acre site along the Alum Creek reservoir near the Alum Creek Marina. The grounds include a fenced area with water access for dogs that enjoy water sports, and two additional fenced areas for small and large dogs.


Dog Rescues/Rescue Help
  Pet Guardian Angels of America
A national pet rescue and adoption assistance service also offering general and health related articles and resources for all types of pets.

 The Dog Rescue List
A support and network list for dog rescuers all over the world.

 Columbus Dog Connection
Homeless puppies and dogs available for adoption in Ohio.

 Northeast Ohio Collie Rescue
Fellow Ohio Collie Rescue organization

 Pet Promise
Local (Columbus, OH area) rescue dedicated to placing homeless dogs and cats into new homes.

 Rally to Rescue
Rally to Rescue helps rescue organizations across the country give rescued pets the nutrition and care they need and the loving homes they deserve.


Estate Planning for Pets
 Animal Legal and Historical Center
Wills and Trusts - Issues related to companion animals.

 estateplanningforpets.org
This web site is devoted to providing a broad-based information resource for pet owners, and the professionals who assist them, in estate planning for their pets.


Financial Assistance for Sick & Injured Pets
  Chippy's Pet Cancer Assistance Fund
Chippy's Fund is a community fund providing financial assistance to pet parents who would otherwise be unable to provide treatment to their pets diagnosed with cancer.

 Help-A-Pet
A nonprofit organization which provides financial assistance for the medical care of pets whose owners are unable to afford the expense.

 United Animal Nations
The LifeLine program provides grants for companion animals during life-threatening emergencies when rescuers or caregivers cannot afford the entire cost of treatment.

 In Memory of Magic
Helping people help pets. To better the lives of sick, injured and abused companion animals. They are dedicated to insure that no companion animal has to be euthanized simply because their caretaker is financially challenged.


General Dog Links
  All Your Kids
All Your Kids manufactures unique products for ALL of your "kids", both the four-legged & the two-legged variety.

 Doggie Essentials
Open the door to worry free care with belly bands, female doggie panties and more.

 Infodog
State and national agility and confirmation show schedules as well as breed and rescue directories.

 Dogs Deserve Better
Dogs Deserve Better is a nonprofit organization dedicated to freeing the chained dog, and bringing our 'best friend' into the home and family.

 Mighty Pets
Mighty Pets carries the complete selection of Pet Products and Supplies for your dog, cat, ferret, rabbit, birds and more.

 Mutts & Co.
Mutts & Co. is a store (food, pet products, grooming) that supports animal rescue causes and encourages others to give as well.

 PuppySites.Com
The Dog Lover's Online Directory! If you are looking for a dog-related website, this is a great place to start. A large and resourceful directory with a personal touch!

 World Animal Net
World Animal Net is the world's largest network of animal protection societies with consultative status at the UN.

 Canine Freedom
Helping dogs in Miami County, Ohio – Break the chain and bring them inside.

 Foster Dogs
Providing support and guidance for foster caretakers since 2001.


Lost Pet Registries
 Pet FBI
A website clearing house for lost and found pets in Ohio.

 The Pet Rescue
National Lost and Found Pet Registry.


National Dog Clubs
  American Kennel Club
Breeders registry as well as information for future dog owners and kids as well as upcoming events.

 American Working Collie Club of America
The American Working Collie Association is dedicated to promoting the working ability of the Collie.

 Collie Club of America
This site is noteworthy as it has a wealth of information from collie health to informative publications.


National Pet Locators
  Petfinder.com
Search for adoptable pets from across the country.

 1-800-Save-A-Pet.com
Choose a pet....save a life.


Pet Friendly Hotels, Housing, Restaurants, and Travel

 BringYourPet.com
BringYourPet.com is a leading resource to the hundreds of thousands of traveling pet-owners in the US and abroad looking for quality, pet-friendly accommodations.

 My Apartment Map
An apartment search engine that utilizes the latest technologies to help make your apartment search as easy as possible. Search includes "pet friendly only" capabilities!

 TRIPSwithPETS.com
Featuring pet friendly hotels, bed & breakfasts, vacation rentals, resorts, campgrounds, and other lodging where your dog, cat, or other furry friend is welcome. Plus pet friendly restaurants, activities, airlines and more!

 petswelcome.com
Click on Lodging Listings for over 25,000 hotels, B&Bs, ski resorts, campgrounds, and beaches that are pet-friendly. Check out Travel Tips section to learn how to take your pet anywhere.

 DogFriendly.com
DogFriendly.com publishes U.S. and Canadian pet travel guides for dogs of ALL sizes & breeds.


Pet Health
  Canine Epilepsy Network
Resource for all those concerned with canine epilepsy. Site sponsored by the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine.

 Dog Fence DIY
Lots of information on Canine Bloat.

 Collie Health Foundation
This site is dedicated to preserving, protecting and promoting collies and their health.

 Washington State College of Veterinary Medicine
Information on Ivermectin Toxicity in Collies and how you can test your collie.

 Through a Dog's Ear
The ground-breaking book that explains how music and sound can improve the health and behavior of your canine companion.


Pet Placement or Rehoming
 Humane Society of the United States
Provides excellent tips and guidelines on finding a responsible home for a pet.


Stores that Support our Causes
  Paper, Scissors, and Rock
Offers a unique and original line of whimsical clocks and magnets.

 Silver Puffin
The Silver Puffin specializes in carrying unique items from all over the world.

 Sweet Scetti
Sweet Scetti is a home bakery that specializes in fresh baked goodies and candies.


Training and Behavior
 Peaceable Paws
Peaceable Paws’ mission is to foster harmony between the human and non-human animals of our world through dog training and animal behavior consultation services and seminars ...

Clicker Solutions
ClickerSolutions is a Web site and mailing list dedicated to helping pet owners improve the relationship with their pets by teaching training and management techniques which are understandable and reinforcing to both human and animal.

Joe Walton
This is the home page for the author of Positive Puppy Training Works, Labrador Retrievers for Dummies, and the owner of Walton Family Dog Training LLC.

Clicker Training
"Clicker training" is an animal training method based on behavioral psychology that relies on marking desirable behavior and rewarding it.

Flying Dog Press
Humane, relationship based training & information on dogs, behavior, training, the canine athlete, tracking, scent work, jumping, aggression and more.

TuridRugaas.com
The official website of Turid Rugaas, author of the bestselling book "On Talking Terms With Dogs". Turid has devoted her life to the well-being of dogs by teaching dog owners and trainers to become better at understanding and training dogs.

The Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT)
The APDT offers individual pet dog trainers a respected and concerted voice in the dog world. They promote professional trainers to the veterinary profession and to increase public awareness of dog friendly training techniques.

DogWise
Dogwise provides the widest variety of current cutting-edge dog books and products for serious dog enthusiasts and trainers from our e-commerce site and nationally traveling dog show booth professionals.
Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio
Specializing in the Collie & Sheltie breeds