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.
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.
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.
Puppy‑friendly pet stores are businesses that have made a public commitment to stop selling puppies from puppy mills and...
Follow these steps to clean up pet stains and get rid of pet odors when your dog or cat pees or poops on floors or furniture in your house.
Cats are territorial and don't always get along at first. Here are some tips to help keep the peace between your cats.
Please take these crucial considerations into account before you scoop up young kittens that you may find without a mother cat nearby.
Dog breeds with flat faces like pugs and French bulldogs unfortunately suffer from poor breeding practices that cause health concerns.
Whether you just adopted your pet or are moving to a new location with your companion animals, it’s important to carefully pick a vet for the best care.
You can help community (feral and stray) cats that live outdoors before and after a hurricane, earthquake, flood, or other disaster.
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.
Learn how to support beneficial insects that pollinate plants in gardens, feed birds, help decompose organic matter, or eat parasites or other pests.
If your dog has started showing signs of behavioral challenges, then we can help you get started in finding a dog trainer or an obedience class.
Looking for how to keep your pet(s) entertained and occupied at home? Get the most out of toys or games and discover new ways to bond with your dog or cat.
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.
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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