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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.

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Pet health and safety Adopting and rehoming pets
Resources for pet owners

Resources to help you have the best life with your pet.

HSUS staff with a dog being rescued from a large-scale alleged severe neglect case in Florida
Adopting and rehoming pets
Shelters and rescues FAQ

Contents How does the HSUS help local animal shelters and rescue groups? What if I have a concern about my local shelter or...

Chimney swift bird flying through the sky
Humane wildlife management
Safely get and keep birds like swifts out of chimneys

Chimney swifts are extraordinary insect-eating birds who spend most of their time in the air, coming down only to roost or feed their young—often in our chimneys or flues.

A brown, fluffy puppy sits in calmly their bed
Be an advocate for animals Adopting and rehoming pets
How to find an ethical, responsible dog breeder

If you've checked shelters and rescue groups and still haven't found the best pet for you, here's how to find a responsible dog breeder.

wild mouse
Humane wildlife management
Glue trap FAQs

Q: What are glue traps? A: Glue traps, also known as glue boards, are trays coated with an extremely strong adhesive. Any...

Man feeding street dogs in India.
Pet health and safety
Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Assessment (MEIA) Resources

Our presentations, reports and published papers provide examples of how monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment (MEIA)...

conducting a dog population survey
Pet health and safety
Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Assessment

Humane World for Animals has operated successful dog and cat welfare and population management programs around the world for...

Rabbit
Pet health and safety Adopting and rehoming pets
Is a rabbit the right pet for you?

Thinking about adopting a bunny? Learn more to make an informed decision about the commitment they require.

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Pet health and safety
Resource guarding in dogs

What are the signs your dog is protective of you, their food, or their toys, and how can you train them to reduce their anxiety or aggression?

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