'Can I Pat That Dog?'
A link to Harper Collins, the publishers of Karen's children's book. It is a great resource for parents and teachers that aims to teach children how to behave safely around dogs and thereby hopefully reduce the risk of being bitten.

An Introduction to the World of Animal ...
This website is maintained by Phil Arkow and is a great introduction to the theory and practice of animal assisted therapy. Nerys and Karen have both completed the distance learning course in AAT/AAA that Phil runs through Harcum College in Bryn Mawr, PA. It provides a great general introduction to the field and is one of the few courses available totally by distance learning.

FIREPAW
The Foundation for Interdisciplinary Research and Education Promoting Animal Welfare.

Green Chimneys
Green Chimneys are one of the oldest organisations providing quality residential animal assisted programs for young people. They are based in the US, and sell useful manuals from the 'Training/Publications' link on their website.

Latham Foundation
The Latham Foundation sells invaluable resources for anyone wanting to move into the area of humane education. Particularly look out for 'Teaching Empathy - Animal Assisted Therapy Programs for Children and Families Exposed to Violence'

One of the Family
A link to the wonderful public campaign designed by New Zealand SPCA to combat cruelty to pets and violence within families. Watch the TV advertisements and check in often for the roll out of the entire campaign.

RSPCA Australia Scientific Seminar 2005
Links to the proceedings of the 2005 Scientific Seminar entitled 'Cruelty to Animals: a human problem.'