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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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Pet health and safety Caring for your cat
Why declawing is bad for your cat

New cat owners may ask if they should declaw their kitten, but there are better, more humane solutions to reduce scratching.

Happy baby laying on a blanket with curious cat sniffing his hair
Pet health and safety Caring for your cat
Introducing your pet to your new baby

Any change in routine or environment can be stressful, including for our dogs and cats. Bringing home a baby is not only a major life event for you, it’s also a big deal for your pet(s)!

Dogs meeting outside
Pet health and safety Caring for your dog
Introducing your new dog to your other dogs

From leading the pack to top dog, plenty of simplistic metaphors come from canines. But relationships that dogs have with each other can be complex from the first meeting.

Rescued pit bull type dog with toys
Pet health and safety Caring for your dog
How to stop your dog's destructive chewing

Chewing can be directed to appropriate items to keep your dog from risking their safety or destroying things you value.

Person training cute, small dog
Pet health and safety Caring for your dog
How to reward dogs with positive reinforcement training

Just say yes to training your dog with treats, toys and praise for good deeds to sway them away from unwanted behavior.

A woman hugs her dog goodbye, but he looks sad and doesn't want her to leave
Pet health and safety Caring for your dog
Calm a dog with separation anxiety symptoms

Here's how you can help a dog reduce its anxiety when away from its owner.

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Pet health and safety Caring for your cat
Pregnancy and toxoplasmosis

You can keep your cat while keeping you and your baby safe! Follow our tips for avoiding exposure to toxoplasmosis from cat litter and reducing risk from other sources.

Orange cats cuddling together
Pet health and safety Caring for your cat
How to introduce new cats to your home

Welcoming a new cat to your home can be difficult when you already have a resident cat. Learn how you can help two or more felines get acquainted.

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Humane wildlife management Pet health and safety Caring for your cat
Keep both cats and wildlife safe

Cats and wildlife in the community can coexist peacefully by keeping cats indoors and trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs.

Join us at the Animal Care Expo

Join us April 7-10, 2026 for the Animal Care Expo -- the largest international educational conference and trade show for animal welfare professionals and volunteers.

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