There is a great deal of pet-health information online, and not all of it is accurate. The organizations below are widely respected by veterinary professionals and are good places to continue your reading. As always, your own veterinarian is your best single resource for advice tailored to your dog.
When you are researching a diagnosis like Cushing’s disease, it helps to lean on sources that are written or reviewed by qualified veterinarians and updated as medicine advances. The links below fall into four groups: comprehensive reference libraries, professional veterinary associations, university teaching hospitals, and official medication-safety information. Each opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide handy while you read.
Veterinary Reference Libraries
- Merck Veterinary Manual — Pet Owner editions: Clear, authoritative articles on canine Cushing’s disease and hundreds of other conditions.
- Veterinary Partner (VIN): Owner-friendly articles written by veterinarians through the Veterinary Information Network.
- VCA Animal Hospitals — Know Your Pet: Practical, condition-by-condition guides for owners.
Professional Associations
- American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): Pet-owner resources and guidance on finding and working with a veterinarian.
- American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM): The specialty body for internal medicine, including hormonal diseases like Cushing’s; useful if a referral is suggested.
- American Kennel Club — Health: General canine health articles for owners.
Veterinary Teaching Hospitals
- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: Health information and specialty referral care.
- Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine: Owner-focused health resources.
Medication and Safety Information
- U.S. FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine: Official information on approved animal medications and their safe use.
Explore this guide’s own sections on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment for a plain-English starting point before you dive deeper.