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Links to Cat Organizations and Other Resources

Alley Cat Allies
Devoted to promoting compassion and humane care for America's feral cat population

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)
Up-to-date information on behavior, nutrition, and common health problems, plus recommended reading

American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)
A professional organization of veterinarians who share an interest in providing excellence in the care and treatment of cats

American Cat Fanciers Association
One of the world's largest cat organizations, the ACFA is committed to promoting the welfare, education, knowledge, and interest in domestic, purebred and non-purebred cats.

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)
The ACVIM is the international certifying organization for veterinary specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, neurology and oncology. Search online for an internal medicine specialist.

American Pet Association (APA)
Dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership through action, services, and education

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
Promotes humane principles, prevents cruelty, and alleviates pain, fear and suffering of animals through nationwide information, awareness, and advocacy programs

The American Veterinary Medical Association's webpage entitled "Care For Animals"
A guide to various aspects of pet health as well as a kid's corner activity section for children

The Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA)
The world's largest registry of Pedigreed Cats

The Cat Fanciers Website
Offers information on cat care, shelters, breed descriptions, cat clubs and registries, and cat show dates

Cats! Wild to Mild
Produced by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles, this site includes information on exotic cats

The Delta Society
Publishes a Nationwide Pet Bereavement Directory for the United States and offers a certification program for animal-assisted therapy through Pet Partners

Feline Advisory Bureau
An international organization that promotes the health and welfare of cats by making the latest information available to veterinarians, cat breeders, and owners

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)
An organization devoted to promoting animal welfare and to providing quality adoption services and veterinary care for unwanted animals

Internet Cat Club
An online network of information for cat fanciers and breeders

National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (NAPPS)
Maintains a hotline for pet sitter referrals throughout the United States

NetVet Veterinary Resources and the Electronic Zoo
Veterinary and animal-related resources for every pet owner

Tree House Animal Foundation
A cageless, no-kill shelter and safe haven for sick, injured, and abused cats