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The following websites will help to make your life as a pet owner easier by quick online access to a range of goods and services available to cater for all your pets needs. The advice and information they provide enables pet owners to act responsibly towards their pets so that they get the best care and attention that they deserve.

http://www.petwebsites.org.uk/ . This is a marketing website that hosts other pet related sites to make information about pet services easily accessible from one source. If you are deciding to buy a dog or a cat this site provides information about a cattery or kennel nearest to you. It also gives help and advice in building your own website, providing a domain name for it and they can host the website for you for an annual fee.

http://www.4gsd.net/. Another useful site with information on how to find a good breeder with photographs and details of animals for sale and a background of their breeders and where they are located. http://www.petfinder.com/ is another website that offers advice on how to choose the right pet to suit you and your family. Once your pet requirements are entered you will be offered a list of suitable pets available closest to where you live.

http://www.bestpetplaces.com/. A web directory where you can find all your pets needs in one place. There is information about pet breeders, pet insurance, bedding for your pet and accessories including fashion and pet clothing for those who want their pet to step out with you in style.

http://www.americanhumane.org/ protecting-animals/adoption-pe t-care/safety/. This is a website that covers all safety aspects of your pet in the home or outside. It is also dedicated to protecting the pet from abuse and neglect by its owner. There are training schemes offered for those people who want to learn more about keeping their own pet safe or for people who want to adopt and foster animals that has been abandoned or neglected. There is an annual membership for anyone who wants to join and get actively involved in the humane activities of this organisation.

http://www.rcvs.org.uk/. This is the web site of the RCVS (Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons), a regulatory body that ensures that veterinary organisations abide by ethical standards that have been set by the veterinary profession. You can find the name and address of a veterinary practice located close to where you live which also has the added advantage of being accredited by the RCVS itself.

http://www.petsupermarket.co.u k/ . An internet shopping mall for pet owners where you can get advice on pet problems and also find all your pets needs in one place. Delivery is prompt on orders received and these are despatched on the same day. The company has its warehouse open for shopping to the public on weekends. There is a monthly newsletter which pet owners can subscribe to with the advantage of additional discounts and offers. Delivery is offered to customers within the UK and also to overseas customers in Europe, North America, Asia & Australia.

http://www.zooplus.co.uk/ .This is a shopping site which caters to the needs of pets like birds, fish, cats, dogs, reptiles and other small animals. There is a zoo club available which is open to UK and European customers where once registered, your pet can have its own website and pictures and information about its life can be shared with other pet owners in daily pet diaries. This is a fun site where children can participate and write about their pet's activities on a daily basis. http://www.petcentric.com/. This is a similar website to visit if you are longing to show off your pet to the world. Here you can post stories and pictures of your pet and share them with other animal lovers.

http://rulingcatsanddogs.com/. A website with stories and legends about cats and dogs including funny photos, names, jokes and wallpapers about them. A site that will keep both grown up animal lovers with a sense of humour and children occupied for hours.

http://www.canines.com/ A website that gives access to different training sites for your pet in addition to advice and help for animals who have behavioural problems. There is also a book centre where pet owners can purchase books on animals for information or for just a general read. These books are sold at a 30% discount compared to other bookshops and you can also find advice for people who want a career working with animals.

http://www.petsandtravel.co.uk / . Whether it is travelling with your pet in a plane, a train or in a caravan you will find detailed advice from experts on this website. From the initial booking of your pet to its final destination there are tips on every aspect of the pet's journey. Information on travelling with exotic animals or animals that need special care and tips on how to train your pet to cope whilst travelling. You can subscribe to a free newsletter which provides advice on various subjects related to pet travel every month. This is a detailed and helpful site for any pet owner with lots of useful advice.

http://www.compare-pet-insuran ce.com/. A site where you can compare and choose pet insurance from different providers. It gives you information on how much you can save by choosing a particular provider and there is also a rating system that helps to points you towards the best insurance provider to cover your pet's needs.

http://www.pawsperouspets.com/ . An interesting website for pet owners where your pet has the opportunity to be a featured pet by being nominated. It covers a variety of other areas like pet travel and adoption, training your pet and dealing with issues on its health. You can also share stories with other pet owners including pet food recipes and what sort of foods to give to your pet.

http://www.healthypets.com/. A website that works on the AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) guidelines and provides information to pet owners on a range of general pet health care services including an e-newsletter about their veterinary needs. There is a kitten and a puppy club which offers special offers and discounts to pet owners. The needs of other pets including horses, reptiles and fish are also catered for. Details of AAHA accredited veterinary hospitals located near you can also be found on this website and there is the promise of a 70% reduction on pet medications bought from this website compared to prices normally charged by veterinary practices.

http://www.ilovedmypet.com/. A site dedicated for pets that have died by having an online personalised memorial especially for them. It gives pet owners a chance to express their feelings of grief and loss and any profits earned from the web site are donated to humane causes. http://www.appcc.org.uk/ is another website that offers funeral and cremation services for pets. It also helps pet owners cope with their loss by offering support and counselling through The Pet Bereavement Support Service (PBSS). pbssmail@bluecross.org.uk.

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