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

Many people keep mice as pets, but some wild visitors can be unwanted so learn how to deter mice and prevent their coming back with these humane tips.

Killing geese is inhumane, ineffective and unnecessary. Learn better ways to keep flocks off your property or facility.

Taking simple precautions in cougar country can easily prevent dangerous conflicts, protect our pets, and help us live in harmony with majestic mountain lions.

Chipmunks are cute, but occasionally they get into our house or bird feeders. We have tips if you need to help them escape or want to keep them out of your yard.

Chimney swifts are extraordinary insect-eating birds who spend most of their time in the air, coming down only to roost or feed their young—often in our chimneys or flues.

Beavers help steward wetlands and prevent serious flooding, but occasionally their actions can lead to nuisances like tree damage that can be dealt with humanely.

Learn how to support beneficial insects that pollinate plants in gardens, feed birds, help decompose organic matter, or eat parasites or other pests.

Opossums are gentle neighbors, rarely dangerous, and often not even responsible for messes they get blamed for. Here's what to do if you have one in a crawlspace.

Most snakes are not a threat to either people or pets, so identify the troublemakers to learn what to do if you find any in your yard or home and need to humanely remove them.
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