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.

Can you provide a temporary home for a cat or dog? Pet fostering is one of the most compassionate and impactful things you...

Too many turkeys in your yard or garden? Find easy, effective and humane ways to move them along off your property.

Starlings are cavity-nesting birds and will use attics, vents, and ducts in homes to build nests for their eggs and to raise their young.

Squirrels are smart and athletic, which might make them an annoyance. Here’s how to handle squirrel conflicts with kindness when they get in your house.

Of all sparrows, the non-native house sparrow is most often in conflict with humans because the birds are so good at adapting to our buildings and nesting in crevices.

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.

Learn how to live near and deal with this gentle species when they enter your yard or garage.

Distinguish rats from mice and find how to evict these clever animals from your home, yard, or chicken coop. They can carry diseases, but that doesn’t mean they deserve cruelty.

Wondering what to do about raccoons? Conflicts with these intelligent animals can be prevented and resolved humanely.

When pigeon flocks grow too large and their poop becomes too much of a nuisance, use these humane methods to control their numbers.

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.

Many people keep mice as pets, but some wild visitors can be unwanted so learn how to deter mice and prevent their coming back with these humane tips.

Killing geese is inhumane, ineffective and unnecessary. Learn better ways to keep flocks off your property or facility.

Conflicts with deer are best solved by addressing their root causes. Here are steps that can be taken to humanely and effectively control deer populations where necessary.

Crows can get in the trash and compost. These smart black birds are now common residents of cities and towns, but relocation is more effective and humane than poison.
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