Useful Sites
The sites listed in this section are only included to provide visitors with a convenient way to search for pet related links. The views and opinions expressed in these sites are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the PFI, its directors or its management, and are not endorsed by the PFI.
PFI Useful Sites
Pet Education
International Animal Association and Governing Bodies
Veterinary
General
Pet Care
Pet Legislation
Pet Nutrition
PFI Useful Sites
Animal Feed Manufacturers Association
The South African animal feed industry
http://www.afma.co.za/
Advertising Standards Authority
Independent, non-legislative advertising control body
http://www.asasa.org.za
Act 36 of 1947
Legislative control body for animal feed
http://www.doa.agric.za
Petfood Industry E-news, USA
Pet food newsletters
http://www.wattnet.com/newsletters/pet/htm/Mar012005.htm
Black Economic Empowerment Codes of Good Practice
New guidelines on broad based black economic empowerment(BBBEE)
http://www.thedti.gov.za/bee/CODESOFGOODPRACTICE.htm
Petfood Industry
International magazine on the Pet Food Industry published by Watt Publishing Mt Morris IL 61054 USA
http://www.petfoodindustry.com
Market and Research
World's largest Market Research resource, carries easy access to Euromonitor reports
http://www.researchandmarket.com/
VICTAM International
International Show and Exhibition Organisation for the Pet Food & Animal Feed Industries
http://www.victam.com/
European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
EFSA is the keystone of EU risk assessment regarding food and feed safety
http://www.efsa.eu.int/
Agricultural Sector Education Training Authority
www.agriseta.co.za
Pet Education
www.peteducation.com
Information provided by practicing vets in the USA
http://www.peteducation.com
Learning About Dogs
Dog people in the UK who provide teaching, training and education to dog owners
http://www.learningaboutdogs.com
Animal Association and Governing Bodies
Kennel Union of Southern Africa
DOGS - South Africa
http://www.kusa.co.za/
Federation of Boxer Clubs of Southern Africa (FBCSA)
DOGS - South Africa
http://www.fbcsa.za.org/
The German Shepherd Dog Federation of South Africa
DOGS - South Africa
http://www.gsdfederation.co.za/
South African Guide-Dogs Association
For the Blind
www.guidedog.org.za
Southern Africa Cat Council (SACC)
CATS - South Africa
http://sacc.ad.co.za/
THS (The Horse Society), Gauteng
THS is the governing body of competitive Equestrian Sport in its region in South Africa for the disciplines of Dressage, Driving, Equitation, Eventing, Showing, Showjumping & Vaulting. Falls under SANEF
http://www.thsinfo.co.za
South African National Equestrian Federation (SANEF)
SANEF formulates rules and codes of practice for competitors and officials. Falls under Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) which governs the sport internationally
http://www.horsesport.org.za
International Animal Association and Governing Bodies
American Kennel Club
DOGS - International
http://www.akc.org/
Kennel Club - UK
DOGS - International
http://www.the-kennel-club.org.uk/
The Australian National Kennel Council
DOGS - International
http://www.ankc.aust.com/
Canadian Kennel Club
DOGS - International
http://www.ckc.ca/default-refresh.asp
Maltese National Canine Federation
DOGS - International
http://www.mncfederation.org/
The Cat Fanciers Association
CATS - International
http://www.cfainc.org/
FCI (Federation Cynologique Internationale)
The Federation Cynologique Internationale is the World Canine Organisation
http://www.fci.be/home.asp?lang=en
USEF: United States Equestrian Federation
USEF is the national governing body for equestrian sport in the USA http://www.usef.org British Horse Society The British Horse Society is the UK's largest most influencial equastrian charity.
http://www.bhs.org.uk
Veterinary
Veterinary Services & Act 35
For access to information on veterinary health import and export permits (click on Veterinary Services under the icon Regulatory and Other Services once you have accessed the Home page of the Department of agriculture website).
http://www.nda.agric.za
www.vetinfo.com
A veterinary information service
http://www.vetinfo.com
www.offa.org/
Orthopaedic Foundation for Animals
http://www.offa.org/
www.marvistavet.com
Canine ParvoVirus
http://www.marvistavet.com/html/canine_parvovirus.html
www.petdental.com
Pet Dental Care
http://www.petdental.com/pet_dental/pet_index.jsp
A General Discussion of Parasites
by Holly Frisby, DVM @ PetEducation.Com
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=2&cat=1619&articleid=757
Coccidiosis
by Race Foster, DVM and Marty Smith, DVM @ Dr. Foster & Smith's Pet Education Library
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=2&cat=1622&articleid=727
Giardia, Guarding Against
by Maggie Fisher BVetMed MRCVS, The International Journal of Veterinary Medicine
http://www.priory.com/vet/giardia.htm
Canine Heartworm Information
American Heartworm Society
http://www.heartwormsociety.org/CanineHeartwormInfo.htm
Hookworms
by Holly Frisby DVM @ Dr. Foster & Smith's Pet Education Library
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?cls=2&cat=1622&articleid=747
Fleas and Flea Allergy
Dermatitis Medicom UK
http://www.vetulike.com/advice/dogs/fleas.htm
South African Veterinary Association
Voluntary association for Veterinarians practicing in SA
http://www.sava.co.za/
Arthritis and Rheumatism International
A site with information on these debilitating conditions.
http://www.arthritis.org/
General
www.dogworld.co.za
A dog site for show people
http://www.dogworld.co.za
www.showdogs.co.za
A site for winners and beginners
http://www.showdogs.co.za
Golden Retrievers in South Africa
A website with information on Golden Retrievers in South Africa
http://www.goldens.co.za
Riding for the Disabled
South African Horse Riding for the Disabled
http://www.sarda.co.za
www.petsplace.co.za
Pets in South Africa
http://www.petsplace.co.za
Pet Care
Animal Behaviour Consultants of Southern Africa
See ABC list of approved puppy schools
http://www.animal-behaviour.org.za
Tellington TTouch
Unique method of working with both health and behavioral problems in animals
http://www.ttouch.co.za
PURINA.com
Learn the dangers of chocolate and 14 other home safety tips for your dog.Visit Purina.com
http://www.Purina.com
Pet Legislation
Pet Nutrition
