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
Follow these four steps to clean up your canine if your pooch gets sprayed with scent.
Using a live trap to move an animal elsewhere may seem a humane option, but capturing and relocating wild animals such as squirrels can be a death sentence for them and any babies they leave behind.
It can be a crime to leave pets outside in extreme temperatures without food and shelter since winter can be deadly, so please speak up.
A car in pleasant 72 F degree weather can heat up to over 110 F in under an hour, and an open window may not be sufficient, but it takes only minutes to save a life.
That cat may be neither lost nor abandoned. They may be an outside cat or part of a community. If you find a cat, or a cat finds you, follow these steps.
Groundhogs are shy, timid creatures that may dine on garden vegetables or flowers. Fencing and humane harassment are the best ways to solve conflicts with woodchucks.
Discover how catios—secure outdoor enclosures—provide your indoor cat with safe outdoor access, enriching their life while protecting wildlife.
Cats can seem mysterious, but you can decipher your cat's mood based on their vocalizations, body language and behavior.
Answers to your top questions about bird feeding including which foods attract which birds and when is food most or least helpful.
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