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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.

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HSUS staff with a dog being rescued from a large-scale alleged severe neglect case in Florida
Adopting and rehoming pets
Shelters and rescues FAQ

Contents How does the HSUS help local animal shelters and rescue groups? What if I have a concern about my local shelter or...

Animal Rescue Team's Jessica Johnson with horses from a rescue in Texas
Animal Rescue Team FAQ

The Animal Rescue Team is highly trained and ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. Learn more about our Animal Rescue Team and how you can volunteer.

Portrait of a small dog laying on carpet
Adopting and rehoming pets
Find a new home for your dog or cat

Many hardships that arise between owner and pet are temporary or can be resolved with help. Explore how you might be able to keep your pet or find them a happy new home.

A brown, fluffy puppy sits in calmly their bed
Adopting and rehoming pets
Where to get a puppy and how to adopt a dog

When looking for a puppy, please skip pet stores and internet sites to consider a dog from a shelter or rescue first.

Happy dog at outdoor adoption event for animals in shelter
Adopting and rehoming pets
Adopt pets from animal shelters or rescues, not pet stores

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.

A beluga whale on display at Marineland. Marineland, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, 2011.
Be an advocate for animals
Captive whales, dolphins and other marine mammals

Dolphins, whales (such as orcas and belugas), and other marine mammals don’t belong in tanks on public display at aquariums or water parks.

Coyote in a meadow
Humane wildlife management
Coyote hazing: Scare coyotes off to keep them away

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.

Teaching your kitten how to properly play will help to stop them from biting
Pet health and safety
Teach your kitten how to stop biting and play nice

How new kitten owners can learn to play with their cat so that they train their kitty to be playful without being rough.

Eastern Screech Owl, finding shelter in a tree cavity
Humane backyards
Plant trees to help animals

Nature’s ultimate multitaskers give wildlife shelter, food and more, supporting the entire ecosystem.

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