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
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.
Conflicts with these elusive, wild felines are rare and preventable. Learn how to protect your pets and identify bobcats that might have rabies or mange.
Bear troubles in your neighborhood? Bird feeders, unsecured pet food, garbage, compost, containers for recycling, and grills may be bringing them to your back door.
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.
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.
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.
Prairie dogs are one of the most controversial and widely misunderstood wildlife species in North America. Since early...
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.