Helpful Links

An online adoption marketplace connecting shelters/rescues with potential adopters and promoting pet adoption in North America.

A U.S. federal government page outlining the export, import, and interstate travel requirements for pets to ensure safe and legal movement of animals.

A pet relocation company that manages domestic and international door-to-door transport and the paperwork/airline requirements to move pets safely.

A full-service pet resort and daycare in O’Fallon, IL offering boarding, playgroups, training, and grooming for dogs (and sometimes cats) while owners are away.

An organization focused on prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heartworm disease in companion animals.

An online resource offering education and outreach about reptile care, welfare, and responsible ownership.

An emergency veterinary hospital in Collinsville equipped to handle urgent and critical care for pets outside of regular clinic hours.

A veterinary ophthalmology specialty practice in St. Louis dedicated to diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders in animals.

A referral hospital for pets in the St. Louis area focusing exclusively on advanced neurological care, surgery and diagnostics for companion animals.

The poison-control phone line and resource from the ASPCA for pets exposed to toxins, offering emergency guidance for veterinarians and pet owners. A fee does apply for using this service!

A multi‐specialty veterinary hospital in St. Louis that offers surgery, internal medicine, imaging and other specialty services beyond standard veterinary clinics.

A nonprofit community offering free and membership-based support, webinars, and memorial options for those coping with the loss of a companion animal.

A nonprofit advancing research and awareness around pet obesity and healthy weight for companion animals with a lot of information on nutrition, calorie calculators and more.

A professional veterinary association’s resource providing answers and best-practice guidelines for traveling with companion animals.

A donor-funded nonprofit shelter in Belleville, Illinois dedicated to improving the lives of animals through adoption, humane education, & community outreach.

A wildlife rescue and referral hotline serving the Illinois–Missouri metro region, helping coordinate non-lethal wildlife exclusion, rescue and rehabilitation.

A pet hospice and in-home euthanasia service in the St. Louis area offering compassionate end-of-life care for pets in the comfort of their own home.

A pet services company in O’Fallon that provides dog daycare, boarding, training and enrichment for working pet owners.

A health-care credit card / financing solution that allows pet owners to pay for veterinary, emergency and wellness pet care over time.

low-cost spay/neuter and wellness clinic in St. Louis that helps pet-owners affordably access essential preventive services for their pets.

Locally owned, the trainer either comes to your place or offers to board your pet & train.

A university-based resource page providing hotlines, reading materials, and guidance for grieving pet owners and veterinary students serving them.

A long-standing kennel facility in Shiloh offering dog boarding, training, grooming and a comfortable environment for pets while owners travel.

A pet supply store offering grooming services.

A performance‐dog training center in the St. Louis region that offers dog agility, obedience, scent work and competition-level activities for motivated pet owners.

A provider of pet-health insurance designed to reimburse for eligible veterinary treatments for dogs and cats.

A nonprofit offering low-cost spay/neuter and emergency medical assistance for dogs and cats in the greater St. Louis / southern Illinois region.

A nonprofit dedicated to providing grants and veterinary services to pets with cancer and other life-threatening conditions whose families can’t afford treatment.

A volunteer-driven wildlife rehabilitation organization offering care, transport and release support for injured or orphaned native animals.

A pet store in O’fallon offering self-serve pet bathing stations, nail trims, and upscale pet products.

A community-focused animal welfare organization in East St. Louis providing affordable veterinary care, pet supplies, and low-barrier foster/adoption programs to keep pets and people together.

A home-based grooming service specializing in personalized grooming sessions for dogs of all sizes in the St. Louis region.

Low cost cat only spay & neuter services as well as vaccines.

The microchip we utilize with registration information & other tools to help recover a lost pet.

A program providing science-based guidance on how to keep indoor cats physically and mentally healthy.

Located in Maryville, this facility offers dog boarding, daycare and training.

A veterinary practice in St. Louis focused on avian and exotic pet medicine and surgery, providing specialized care for non-traditional companion animals.

Also in Maryville, a dog-training business offering group classes, private lessons and behavior modification to help owners have well-mannered dogs.

A veterinary service network that provides home-visit hospice and end-of-life care for pets, helping families through difficult decisions with compassion.

A branch of the Lemonade insurance company offering pet insurance policies with streamlined digital experience.

A behavior-specialty veterinary clinic in Springfield, IL (and regionally serving) that treats complex behavior issues in dogs and cats through medical, environmental and training interventions.

A 501(c)(3) organization that helps families whose pets face a cancer diagnosis by providing financial assistance and care-packages in memory of a rescue dog named Roo.

A dog daycare, boarding and grooming facility in Swansea designed to give pups a fun, safe “home-away-from-home” while their families are away.

A mobile and in-home veterinary clinic serving the Metro East region, bringing pet care directly to families at home.

A public service initiative of Metro East Humane Society offering affordable spay/neuter, vaccination, and pet wellness services to reduce pet overpopulation in the Metro East.

A no-kill shelter serving Madison, St. Clair, Jersey, Bond and Macoupin counties that provides adoption, medical treatment, spay/neuter, and education for pets and people.

A St. Louis-area veterinary dermatology center diagnosing and treating skin, ear and allergy issues for companion animals.

900 E Campus Dr, Columbia, MO 65211 573-882-7821 Consultations: 866-895-7267 vhcrefdvm@missouri.edu

A boutique pet store in Swansea with a do-it-yourself pet wash.

A dog training and enrichment center in O’Fallon offering group classes, private sessions and a dog daycare/boarding combination to integrate learning and fun.

A 501(c)(3) rescue based in Troy/St. Jacob, Illinois that rescues animals from high-kill shelters and provides care and adoption services to over 21,000 pets.

A site that compares pet insurance policies, explains coverage options and helps owners choose the right pet insurance plan.

A pet sitting, dog walking, and small-animal care company in the St. Louis metro area offering customized in-home visits for busy pet families.

The FDA’s official page listing recalls and withdrawals of animal and veterinary products to inform pet owners and professionals of safety issues.

A gentle, compassionate online community offering forums, chat rooms, memorials and candle-ceremonies to help individuals navigate the grief of losing a pet.

A 24/7 veterinary poison-control hotline and online resource for accidental pet poisonings and toxic exposures. A fee does apply for using this service!

A large online database and platform helping people find adoptable pets and supporting shelters/rescues with resources.

A public-education initiative providing information about the prevention of parasites (like fleas, ticks, worms) in pets and humans.

A full-service pet grooming salon in Fairview Heights that provides styling, baths, nails and enriching spa-treatments for dogs and cats.

A low volume but full-service grooming facility in O’fallon, IL.

A pet insurance company offering comprehensive health coverage for dogs and cats with digital access and wellness plans.

A nonprofit that helps animals in crisis — whether from natural disaster, neglect, or domestic violence situations — with emergency sheltering, grants and education.

A comprehensive educational website offering detailed care information for reptile keeping and responsible ownership.

A nationwide digital marketplace connecting dog and cat owners with vetted sitters, walkers and boarding hosts wherever they travel or need care.

A pet-care financing platform offering flexible payment plans for veterinary bills, surgeries and wellness care without hidden fees.

A multi-faceted pet care provider in O’Fallon offering pet boarding & grooming for dogs and cats.

A Rescue built on 2nd Chances, Healing, & Hope

Located in Ballwin, MO this facility offers ultrasound with a board-certified radiologist.

A global pet relocation and shipping company specializing in door-to-door transport for cats and dogs, offering full logistics, tracking and support for international moves.

A national nonprofit that provides financial assistance to U.S. pet owners who need veterinary care for their animals but cannot afford it.

A nonprofit wildlife education and rehabilitation facility in Illinois offering outreach programs and rescue for native wild animals.

A pet insurance provider offering simple, unlimited-payout coverage for dogs and cats, designed to pay veterinarians directly and give pet owners peace of mind.

A hotline staffed by veterinary students and social work professionals offering free emotional support for pet owners experiencing animal-loss grief.

A centralized database provided by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) to look up pet microchip information across manufacturers.

1008 W. Hazelwood Drive, Urbana IL
217-333-5300

A Missouri referral practice specializing in advanced dental care for pets, including dental surgery, imaging and periodontal disease treatment.

A regional veterinary emergency and specialty facility in Brentwood, Missouri providing after-hours, urgent care for pets.

Professional client-education materials for pet owners about animal health topics.

A rehabilitation and physical therapy center for pets in the St. Louis region offering modalities such as hydrotherapy, laser, and therapeutic exercise post-injury or surgery.

A St. Louis area referral hospital offering emergency care, as well as advanced veterinary diagnostics, surgery, internal medicine and specialty care for complex pet health issues.

A national directory and nonprofit referral source helping the public find licensed rehabilitators for injured wild birds.

Directory of different wildlife rehabilitators by state.