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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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Be an advocate for animals
Pet fostering 101

Can you provide a temporary home for a cat or dog? Pet fostering is one of the most compassionate and impactful things you...

Wild turkey in the woods
Humane wildlife management
What to do about wild turkeys

Too many turkeys in your yard or garden? Find easy, effective and humane ways to move them along off your property.

There are many solutions for humanely removing starlings, a bird that is invasive in the US
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about starlings

Starlings are cavity-nesting birds and will use attics, vents, and ducts in homes to build nests for their eggs and to raise their young.

Gray squirrel eating in a tree
Humane wildlife management
What to do about squirrels

Squirrels are smart and athletic, which might make them an annoyance. Here’s how to handle squirrel conflicts with kindness when they get in your house.

snake
Humane wildlife management
What to do about snakes

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.

Three skunks on a porch
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about skunks

Learn how to live near and deal with this gentle species when they enter your yard or garage.

baby raccoons in a hollow tree
Humane wildlife management
What to do about raccoons

Wondering what to do about raccoons? Conflicts with these intelligent animals can be prevented and resolved humanely.

Pigeon on a metal fence
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about pigeons

When pigeon flocks grow too large and their poop becomes too much of a nuisance, use these humane methods to control their numbers.

Opossums are safe, nonthreatening creatures who are easy to get rid of gently
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about opossums

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.

Canada geese swimming in water
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about Canada geese

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

two deer in a yard
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about deer

Conflicts with deer are best solved by addressing their root causes. Here are steps that can be taken to humanely and effectively control deer populations where necessary.

American crow sitting on a branch
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about crows

Crows can get in the trash and compost. These smart black birds are now common residents of cities and towns, but relocation is more effective and humane than poison.

chipmunk on a bird feeder
Humane wildlife managementHumane backyards
What to do about chipmunks

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 swift bird flying through the sky
Humane wildlife management
What to do about chimney swifts

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.

Beaver in the water
Humane backyardsHumane wildlife management
What to do about beavers

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.

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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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