Recommended Readings

The following are a list of highly recommended readings from our staff and volunteers. The tens of millions of dogs and cats that are euthanized every year in the United States is testimony to the fact that many people have had pets, but precious few actually know how to successfully work through the inevitable problems, big or small, that will inevitably occur with any animal that is part of your family. So, read for fun, or read to educate yourself on a specific issue . . . in any case, enjoy!

• Dogs
• Cats
• Helpful Websites

Dogs

1. Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
   Richard Pitcairn, DVM, PhD & Susan Hubble Pitcairn
   Published by Rodale Press, Inc. 1995; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
2. The Other End of the Leash
   Patricia B. McConnell, Ph.D
   Published by The Ballantine Publishing Group 2002, Why we do what we do around dogs.
3. The LatchKey Dog
   Jodi Anderson
   Published in 2000 by HarperCollins; this is our favorite book! It examines the people/dog relationship given our modern work/lifestyles. It offers terrific advise and insights.
4. The Nature of Animal Healing
   Mr. Martin Goldstein, D.V.M
   Published by Random House; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
5. The Power of Positive Dog Training
   Pat Miller
   Published by Wiley Publishing, Inc. 2001; a guide to positive dog training
6. The Culture Clash
   Jean Donaldson
   Published by James & Kenneth Publishers 1996; Understanding the relationship humans and dogs

Back to Top

Cats

1. Dr. Pitcairn's Complete Guide to Natural Health for Dogs and Cats
   Richard Pitcairn, DVM, PhD & Susan Hubble Pitcairn
   Published by Rodale Press, Inc. 1995; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
2. The Nature of Animal Healing
   Mr. Martin Goldstein, D.V.M
   Published by Random House; a guide to natural health care for dogs and cats.
3. The Encyclopedia of the Cat
   Bruce Dogle, DVM
   Published by DK Publishing, Inc., 1997; A great breed book with descriptions, breed tendencies and lots of helpful information including behaviors and interactions. (Includes lots of pictures!)
4. Twisted Whiskers: Solving Your Cat's Behavior Problems
   Pam Johnson
   Published by The Crossing Press, 1994; Great book on your cat's behaviors, and the reasons they behave in these ways.

Back to Top

General

1. One at a time
   Diane Leigh & Marilee Geyer
   Published by No Voice Unheader 2003; A week in an animal shelter
2. Minding Animals
   Marc Bekoff
   Published by Oxford University Press, Inc. 2002; understanding awareness, emotion and heart.
3. Animals in Translation
   Temple Grandin and Catherine Johnson
   Published by Simon & Schuster 2005; unique look at animal behavior

Back to Top

Helpful Websites

Animals & Behavior

• ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center
  
• Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) FAQ
  
• Newer Methods For Treating FeLV+ Cats
  
• Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) FAQ
  
• Cat Scratching Info
• The California Healthy Pets Act
  

Cross Linked Organizations

• Arizona Feline Network (Special Needs Cats)
• Animal Wellness Magazine
• Dumb Friends League
• Shirley’s Wellness Café
• Dog’s Best Friend, Ltd.

Back to Top

Sheriff’s Animal Cruelty Hotline | 602-876-1681

Arizona Humane Society | 602-395-3874 or 602-216-6441, ask for field operations
For emergency ambulance service from 6 am-2 am call (602) 997-7585 ext. 2073

Arizona Animal Welfare League Cruelty Hotline | 602-433-2000
NOTE: Do not call Animal Care & Control with cruelty reports. This agency does not have cruelty enforcement authority.
Arizona statutes governing animal abuse are available online at www.azleg.state.az.us/ars/13/02910.htm

Animal Poison Hotline | 1-888-232-8870 | ($35 fee per incident)