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
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
The situation for dogs and cats varies from culture to culture. In many places in the world, these companion animals are...
By offering puppies for adoption from nearby shelters or moving to a supplies-only model, stores can save the lives of...
Horses and other equines require extra consideration in disaster planning.
You can help wild animals survive extreme weather and disasters, especially wildfires, with just a little preparation before you evacuate.
Be prepared in the event of an emergency to keep your animals safe before the next hurricane, tornado, or flood hits.
You can help community (feral and stray) cats that live outdoors before and after a hurricane, earthquake, flood, or other disaster.
Plant-based meals fight climate change, heart disease, cancer and antibiotic resistance. Plus, they make a more compassionate world for animals.
Here are 13 ways you can turn your backyard into a habitat that supports wildlife.