Humane handling and capture instructional videos

a man demonstrates how to use a control pole on a toy dog — Photo by Lynsey White/Humane World for Animals

These short videos share helpful tools, techniques and personal protection equipment that can make handling and capturing wild animals both safe and humane. In most cases, wildlife is best left alone, but when an animal is injured, sick or in a dangerous spot, stepping in may be the right call.

Control poles

Y poles

Body grip traps

Nets

PPE

L-shaped footers

Check your traps

For guidance on additional wildlife situations, check out our Humane Wildlife Conflict Resolution Guide, which is packed with comprehensive tips for responding to calls about a variety of wildlife problems or concerns.