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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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Orange cats cuddling together
Pet health and safety
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.

Gray Squirrel in tree eating berries
Humane backyards
Build a humane backyard habitat for wildlife

Here are 13 ways you can turn your backyard into a habitat that supports wildlife.

Coyote in a meadow
Humane wildlife management
Coyote hazing: Scare coyotes off to keep them away

Coyotes generally avoid people. But if you encounter coyotes who have adapted to urban or suburban environments, hazing techniques can teach them to keep away.

Two bored dogs trying to escape from yard squeeze under fence
Pet health and safety
Keep your dog from running away by knowing why they escape

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.

A father and his daughter play with their beagle puppy
Pet health and safety
How to bring your new dog home and make them feel welcome

Preparation and patience are key while your dog adjusts to a new home and you learn to live together.

Mourning dove flying to a bird feeder
Humane backyards
Which foods and when to feed birds in your backyard

Answers to your top questions about bird feeding including which foods attract which birds and when is food most or least helpful.

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

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

Feeding birds in your backyard can attract guests like this robin
Humane backyards Humane wildlife management
How to keep cats from bird feeders and protect birds

Are cats stalking your backyard bird feeder? Here’s how you can help both birds and cats.

Be an advocate for animals Adopting and rehoming pets
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We all know the internet can be a great place to buy anything from books to rare gifts, but it's not where you should go to...

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