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

Just say yes to training your dog with treats, toys and praise for good deeds to sway them away from unwanted behavior.

Have you seen chained dogs in your neighborhood and wondered what to do? Here are some common questions about chaining and tethering, and how you can help.

The same rules apply whether you want to stop dogs from jumping on you, friends, family or others.

If you found a stray dog or cat, here are sensible ways to help without getting in over your head.

Protect your dog from toxic blue-green algae in ponds and lakes, and be alert to the signs of cyanobacteria poisoning.

How to know if your dog is healthy and which symptoms mean it’s time to see a veterinarian.

Learn how to keep your dog in your yard or at home so they don't get lost, get hurt, contribute to pet overpopulation, or end up causing costly damage.

From leading the pack to top dog, plenty of simplistic metaphors come from canines. But relationships that dogs have with each other can be complex from the first meeting.

You can be happy with pets, even if you're allergic. Don't just cope. Improve your quality of life and reduce symptoms via air cleaners, regular baths, and shots or sprays.