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.
Is a cat feral or friendly, stray or at home in the community? Here’s a guide to commonly used terms for outdoor cats defined by their ownership, lifestyle and behavior.
Get tips for local lawmakers and town officials to start a trap-neuter-release (TNR) program to help stray, feral and free-roaming cats in the community.
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.
Cats and wildlife in the community can coexist peacefully by keeping cats indoors and trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs.
Are cats stalking your backyard bird feeder? Here’s how you can help both birds and cats.
Learn when and how to choose a product with hemp or CBD for your pets.
Too few cats wear collars with ID, and too many pet owners come to regret it. Even if your cat hates collars, we have tips to help ensure your pet can be found.
Dolphins suffer greatly in captivity. One of the ways they're exploited is in businesses that offer people a chance to "swim with the dolphins."
While having a horse in the family can be rewarding, being a successful horse owner requires a great deal of time, money and...
To protect their pets, many owners turn to microchips. Microchips are tiny transponders, about the size of a grain of rice...
Contents A comprehensive plan Why is there a coyote in my yard? Do coyotes eat cats, dogs or other pets? What should I do if...
Many people assume that coyotes don't live in suburban or urban neighborhoods because they don't see them. But that...
Coyotes generally avoid people. But if you encounter coyotes who have adapted to urban or suburban environments, hazing techniques can teach them to keep away.
Prevent tragedy by preparing for a disaster or emergency evacuation before it happens.
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.
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