The expertise of Ethics in Animal Care is absolutely centered around dogs. However, there are lots of other companion animals who share their lives with humans and deserve the same consideration for their well-being and quality of life.

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CATS

• Cat Collection – The Humane Society
• Cat Library – Best Friends Animal Society
• Cat Behavior – ASPCA
• Cat Behavior – Dr. Sophia Yin
• Cat Body Language – Lili Chin

 

GUINEA PIGS

• Guinea Pig Collection – The Humane Society
• Guinea Pig Care – Guinea Lynx
• Guinea Pig Communication

 

RABBITS

• Rabbit Collection – The Humane Society
• Rabbit Care – My House Rabbit
• Rabbit Communication – House Rabbit Society

 

HAMSTERS, GERBILS, MICE, & RATS

• Hamster, Gerbil, Mouse, & Rat Collections – The Humane Society
• The Hamster House
• The American Gerbil Society
• Caring for Mice – ALF
• National Fancy Rat Society
• North Star Rescue Small Rodent Guide

 

FERRETS

• Ferret Collection – The Humane Society
• Ferret Care Guide
• Ferret World
• Ferret Communication
• Enhance Your Ferret’s Life

 

BIRDS

• Pet Bird Collection – The Humane Society
• Basic Care – Association of Avian Veterinarians
• Avian Care – Love Pet Hospital
• Bird Communication

 

FISH

• Aquarium Fish Collection – The Humane Society
• Fish Selection & Care – American Veterinary Medical Association

 

GO DEEPER

• Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are? – Frans De Waal
• The Emotional Lives of Animals – Marc Bekoff
• When Elephants Weep – Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson
• Life Lessons from a Ranch Horse – Mark Rashid