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.
Follow these tips to keep animals safe and comfortable in the cold with enough food and water to drink when it is freezing outside.
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.
Of all sparrows, the non-native house sparrow is most often in conflict with humans because the birds are so good at adapting to our buildings and nesting in crevices.
Conflicts with these elusive, wild felines are rare and preventable. Learn how to protect your pets and humanely keep them from coming into your yard.
Rabbits may eat our plants or crops in the garden, yet they are critical members of our ecosystem. Make sure they are the culprit and learn what you can do without hurting them.
Starlings are cavity-nesting birds and will use attics, vents, and ducts in homes to build nests for their eggs and to raise their young.
Want to add a pet to your family? Local animal shelters and rescue groups can be great places to search for a new cat, dog, bird, small animal, horse, or even pig! Here’s how.
Ticks are tiny parasites that feed on the blood of a host animal and can transmit diseases to both people and pets, so check every day if your dog spends a lot of time outside.
Discover how catios—secure outdoor enclosures—provide your indoor cat with safe outdoor access, enriching their life while protecting wildlife.
Want to help animals in shelters? Here are a few ways you can help animal shelters and rescues that do so much for animals, people and your community
Answers to your top questions about bird feeding including which foods attract which birds and when is food most or least helpful.
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?
Don't sign a lease with a no pet policy even if there are other pets in the building and the landlord says it's OK. Resolve landlord issues and find housing for you and your pet.
Foxes are usually no cause for alarm, but if you have backyard chickens, you'll need to protect them. Here's what to do if you see a fox in your neighborhood.
A barking dog can be a headache for pet owners. Here are six ways to reduce the noise starting by understanding why they bark.
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