Links to Websites of Interest

In addition to the Pet Health Care Library, we have provided the following links to websites that provide some great information on a variety of topics related to veterinary ophthalmology.

• The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists web site lists the board certified veterinary ophthalmologists in the U.S.
• OFA's CAER eye certification registers, collects and shares dog eye examination information so veterinary ophthalmologists and breeders can work together to prevent genetic blinding eye diseases
• Wisdom Panel can do DNA testing for some inherited dog eye diseases
• Doggles are great UV protectant eye wear for dogs, particularly those with diseases aggravated by UV light like Pannus or Chronic Superficial Keratitis
• Rex Specs are another excellent way to protect eyes from UV light or particulates
  
• Wonderful devices to help blind dogs move around without bumping their heads:  Muffin's Halo
  

Links for Veterinary Resources:

• Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges   This is a great link to all of the websites of veterinary schools in the United States.
• American Veterinary Medical Association   This organization is the major veterinary association in the United States. 
• Veterinary Information Network   VIN is the world's first and largest online veterinary community.  Dr. Yu-Speight is an ophthalmology consultant for VIN.
• American Animal Hospital Association information for the public
  
• Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology    This organization supports research in all areas of ophthalmology and has a large conference each year.