We've compiled a list of pet sites that offer more information on everything from how to care for and protect your pet to how your pet can care for and protect you.

Alameda East Veterinary Hospital
Visit Alameda East's website and meet the E-Vets on their own turf.

Alley Cat Allies
These friends of feral cats promote humane programs to reduce the stray-cat population.

American Animal Hospital Association
Search for a hospital near you and peruse the pet library of common ailments and pet behaviors.

American Kennel Club
This site tells how to pick, care for and feed a purebred puppy.

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
This organization works to promote humane treatment of animals and alleviate their pain and fear.

Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement
Losing an animal loved one can be tough; this site can help.

Care for Pets
The American Veterinary Medical Association's site dedicated to pet health and care provides tips on finding a veterinarian, animal safety and dealing with the loss of a family friend.

Cat Fanciers Association
Find information on fancy cats, feline health and research.

Cornell Feline Heath Center
Cornell University provides its brochures on general cat care, vaccines and diseases online.

Delta Society
Life certainly is better with animals that can make humans feel better.

Dogpals.com
Man's best friend needs friends too. Find your pooch a playmate at this site.

Exotic Pets at About.com
From amphibians and ferrets to reptiles and wolf dogs, there's a wealth of reference articles and links on this site.

Humane Society of the United States
The world's largest animal-protection organization promotes programs to protect all animals, wild and domestic, through investigation, rehabilitation and education.

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Pet Connection
Lost a pet? Want to adopt or simply help a pet? Visit Pet Connection, where you can connect with an animal in your neighborhood.

Dog Health Center
Learn how to keep your pooch in tip-top condition with our comprehensive guide to dog health, written by veterinarians in the know.

Cat Health Center
Healthy cats are happy cats. Make sure yours stays that way with what is, in our opinion, the Web's best health resource for cats.