At Humane World for Animals, we believe that knowledge is the key to better lives for pets, wildlife and the people who care for them. Our expert-curated Animal Care Resources library provides trusted, science-backed guidance on pet adoption, health, behavior, and humane solutions for coexisting with wildlife.
We've compiled these resources to help you make informed, compassionate decisions—whether you’re welcoming a new pet, navigating behavior challenges or seeking humane ways to manage wildlife conflicts.
Animal Care Resources
Discover how to choose the ideal catio for your feline friend. Learn about types, sizes, locations, and other considerations to ensure a safe and enjoyable outdoor space for your cat.
Learn how to transition your outdoor cat to a happy indoor life. Discover tips for a smooth adjustment, including gradual changes, enrichment ideas, and safety measures.
Discover how catios—secure outdoor enclosures—provide your indoor cat with safe outdoor access, enriching their life while protecting wildlife.
If you want to do more to help wildlife survive and thrive on your land, you’ll want to learn about humane stewardship. For...
Here are 13 ways you can turn your backyard into a habitat that supports wildlife.
Taking simple precautions in cougar country can easily prevent dangerous conflicts, protect our pets, and help us live in harmony with majestic mountain lions.
Opossums are gentle neighbors, rarely dangerous, and often not even responsible for messes they get blamed for. Here's what to do if you have one in a crawlspace.
Most snakes are not a threat to either people or pets, so identify the troublemakers to learn what to do if you find any in your yard or home and need to humanely remove them.
Foxes are usually no cause for alarm, but if you have backyard chickens, you'll need to protect them. Here's what to do if you see a fox in your neighborhood.