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Veterinary Cushing's Disease/Syndrome [top]
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
description of Cushing's in dogs, including symptoms, and references to journal articles
Cushing's information from the Canadian Scottish Terrier Club
Well, it was a good site, but it seems to have moved with no forwarding address (2/21/99).
Dog Wellness
A site dedicated to Scruffy, an adorable mutt, who lost his battle with Cushing's and Hepatitis. A couple of doggie diaries and information on alternative/herbal treatments are included.
Keshet's Cushing's Syndrome Web Page
Description of Keshet-the-Doggie's symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Randy Walker DVM - Cushing's Disease
One of my favorite sites containing the basics on Cushing's Disease.
PetView - Cushing's Disease
Another of my favorite sites containing the basics on Cushing's Disease.
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine- Endocrinology Page
Information on cortisol levels can be found by looking at "Site
Contents" (left side of the page), the go down and click on "Nornal Values", which will bring up the info. Also, sometimes useful under the listing of "Site Contents", just under "Normal Values is "Conversion Factors" as some test results use a different scale of measurement.
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine- Cushing's Disease FAQs
Geared toward the veterinarian. An interesting section on glucocorticoid withdrawal.
TierVet-Vet Info--Cushing's Disease
This is my all time favorite Cushing's Web Site. Not only does it have tons of information, but also Dr. Richards, the site's veterinary expert, is the one who suggested our dog, Melissa, might be Cushinoid. I credit him with saving her life. Thanks Dr. Mike!
Mar Vista Medical Animal Center
This site offers straightforward, lay language information about Cushing's and tests for diagnosing.
Dr. J.M. Allen on Cushing's Disease
VitaWise: A Self-Help Guide for Nutritional Healing--Adrenal Disorders
A web site on natural approaches to dealing with adrenal disorders.
Pet Information Center, Cushing's Disease in Dogs
 
Cushing's Syndrome/Disease in Humans [top]
UTx Health Science Center--Cushing's Syndrome
medical class notes of a highly technical, scientific nature
University of Arizona, Dept. of Physiology: Endocrine Lectures
medical class notes of a highly technical, scientific nature
Cushing's by Scotter
a diary, of sorts, detailing a man's fight against Cushing's
Med Help International
"Med Help International, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to helping all who are in need, find qualified medical information and support for their medical conditions and questions, regardless of their economic status or geographic location." Lots of straightforward information in lay-language.
Select library search, then enter "cushing" in the search engine.
University of Texas-Houston Medical School Cushing’s Syndrome
Straightforward class notes, comprehensible by the lay-reader.
Family Internet's Health Clinic, USA
Navigate to Health Clinic, 2) disease, 3) Endocrine Disease, 4) Cushing's.
Family Internet's Pituitary Cushing's (Cushing's disease)
Different layout and slightly different information than in the pages located under Health Clinic, USA.
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases of the National Institutes of Health- Cushing's Syndrome
Symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, research, literature, and contact information. Geared toward a lay-consumer audience.
Pituitary Tumor Network Association
Deals with human pituitary tumors.
Cushing's Syndrome and Cushing's Disease
Lots of information, photos, personal stories, and a chat room.
 
Related Topics and E-mail Lists [top]
Blind Dog Links
Information and support for owners of blind dogs. Includes an e-mail list.
Canine Diabetes
Information for owners of Canine's with Diabetes Mellitus
Pets with Diabetes
Dedicated to providing information about diabetes, providing links to reliable sources; and sharing personal experiences
Canine Laryngeal Paralysis
Information and a listserv devoted to LP.
 
 
General Veterinary Information [top]
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine CONSULTANT
A very cool web site featuring an interactive diagnosis engine. Remember: this site and others of its type are intended to be an addition or accompaniment to-not a substitute for-professionally provided veterinary care!!
Center for Veterinary Critical Care at UPenn
Select "Veterinary Sites on the Internet" from the Toolbar, includes
  • American Veterinary Schools
  • Canadian Veterinary Schools
  • Veterinary (and other useful) Information Networks
  • Veterinary Professional and Other Organizations and
  • Internet Animal Welfare Organizations
Or try the Emergency Medicine Case Simulator for a reminder of why we consult with and pay professional veterinarians!
Veterinary Medicine - Welcome from The Mining Company
Great site for information on lots of veterinary topics! (The section on Cushing's is a link from Auburn U. which is pretty technical and geared to the veterinarian, not the lay-owner).
Canine Genetics and Dog Health Home Page
Lots and lots of dog-related links!
TierVet-Vet Info
Chock full of veterinary health information!
How to Read Laboratory Tests
 
 
Pet Loss Support and Information [top]
The Pet Loss Grief Support Website & Candle Ceremony (Petloss.com)
Perhaps the best compilation of Pet Loss Related information and links
 
Lightning Strike's Pet-Loss Support Page
 
Saying Goodbye Bulletin Board
(located in the Best Friends' Members and Pets Forum)
 
American Veterinary Medical Association Pet Loss Page
includes Pet Loss Hotlines
The Pet Loss Support Hotline (Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine)
Additional Pet Loss links from ISU CVM
alt.support.grief.pet-loss
Providing an open forum to assist and support grieving owners of dead, dying, sick and missing/lost companion
animals (pets).
Poems on Pet Loss
Some very touching poetry in memory of Ivan--from Dillon, a member of the Cushing's Electronic Forum.
Farewell My Friends, We Will Miss You Much
A beautiful tribute by Cushing's list member Liza Klosterman for her sweet Boomer.
Our Angel Sunny
In memory of Cushing's list member Sunny, by her daddy Randy.
 
 

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