
Selecting Safe Pets
Additional Resources
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National SAFE KIDS Campaign
http://www.safekids.org
The National SAFE KIDS Campaign offers information about car seats, crib safety, fact sheets, and links to other health- and safety-oriented sites.
Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)
http://www.hsus.org
HSUS is the world's largest animal protection organization and has been officially recognized by the United Nations to negotiate for animals.
National Safety Council
http://www.nsc.org
The National Safety Council offers information on first aid, CPR, environmental health, and safety.
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology
http://www.aaaai.org/
The American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology offers up-to-date information and a find-an-allergist search tool.
Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics (AAN-MA)
http://www.aanma.org
Through education, advocacy, community outreach, and research, AAN-MA hopes to eliminate suffering and fatalities due to asthma and allergies. AAN-MA offers news, drug recall information, tips, and more for treating allergies and asthma. Call: (800) 878-4403
National 4-H Council
http://www.fourhcouncil.edu
The 4-H program involves young people in educational youth development programs throughout America. Engaged in 4-H clubs, camping, school enrichment activities, and after-school programs, young people are given the opportunity to learn teamwork and develop leadership skills. Contact them at:
National 4-H Council
7100 Connecticut Ave.
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA)
http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer
The ASPCA provides education about the humane treatment of animals (including finding and caring for a pet) and pet adoption opportunities nationwide.
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