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
You may never want to think about outliving your pet, but you will have to provide extra care as they get older, and someday, you will have to make tough decisions.
Sometimes it's hard for others to understand your loss or extend sympathy. Here's how to take care of yourself, your family and other pets when it's time to say goodbye.
Thanks to pet vaccinations, US deaths from rabies has declined from over 100 to about 2 per year, but both people and pets are still at risk. Stay safe with vigilance and prevention.
Learn how to lower your and fellow drivers' risk of fatal collisions with wildlife or pets while on the road.
Learn how to support beneficial insects that pollinate plants in gardens, feed birds, help decompose organic matter, or eat parasites or other pests.
Tips for local advocacy groups that want to help stray and feral cats in the community including return-to-field or TNR programs as well as legal assistance.
Landlords could manage more profitable rental properties and save half a million animals from shelters every year if they accepted all pets without weight or breed restrictions.
Breed-based policies are based on myths and misinformation, rather than science or credible data. However, their impact on dogs, families and animal shelters is heartbreakingly real.
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