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.
Just say yes to training your dog with treats, toys and praise for good deeds to sway them away from unwanted behavior.
Entertainment Dogs may dig for entertainment when they learn that roots and soil "play back." Your dog may be digging for...
A barking dog can be a headache for pet owners. Here are six ways to reduce the noise starting by understanding why they bark.
House-train a new dog or puppy by establishing a routine for when they eat, drink, go outside, and get rewarded for desired behavior.
Chewing can be directed to appropriate items to keep your dog from risking their safety or destroying things you value.
Dogs peeing in unwanted spots can stress any pet owner. But you can teach your pup not to pee in the house, on your garden or even on your neighbor's lawn.
Follow our four-step process to help your dog become acquainted with spending time in a crate.
The same rules apply whether you want to stop dogs from jumping on you, friends, family or others.
Learn how to keep your dog in your yard or at home so they don't get lost, get hurt, contribute to pet overpopulation, or end up causing costly damage.
Too few cats wear collars with ID, and too many pet owners come to regret it. Even if your cat hates collars, we have tips to help ensure your pet can be found.
Are you having trouble affording your pet? If you or someone you know is struggling to afford pet food or a veterinarian, help is available.
Puppy‑friendly pet stores are businesses that have made a public commitment to stop selling puppies from puppy mills and...
Many people are misled into believing that docking dogs' tails is a beneficial or harmless procedure. In reality, tail...
Follow these steps to clean up pet stains and get rid of pet odors when your dog or cat pees or poops on floors or furniture in your house.
Cats are territorial and don't always get along at first. Here are some tips to help keep the peace between your cats.
Keep me up to date!
I want to know the latest news and the quick, simple actions I can take to help animals each week.
Anna/Adobe Stock photo