The most current source of information may be found by surfing the Internet. Veterinarians and owners alike are still learning how to best utilize this valuable resource. Dr. Smith encourages owners to use the Internet to research their pet's condition. The Internet is a vast database on which organizations and individuals can publish information. When researching on the Internet, look carefully at the source.
Many veterinary colleges have Internet sites for the public.
The College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois publishes its weekly columns on companion animal health issues, like this one, on the Web. The articles' relevance to your pet's particular case is something your veterinarian can help you decide. This Web site also has information for individuals interested in becoming a veterinarian. This image can then be transmitted immediately over the Internet to a consultant. Sending the patient or the radiographs to a veterinary teaching hospital can involve a time delay, and your veterinarian is then restricted to the expertise of the people where the radiographs are sent.