Jack,

This week, our very own Tracy Wilson (Nevada State Director) and Nicole Hayes (AWHC Conservation Scientist) will be attending the 39th World Veterinary Association Congress (WVAC2024) in Cape Town, South Africa. This annual conference brings together top wildlife experts and veterinarians to explore the serious challenges veterinarians face globally regarding the health of animals and our environment.

Even more exciting? Nicole will be presenting the findings of a recent scientific study published in the journal Vaccines! This study, based on data from our Virginia Range humane fertility control program, affirmed the feasibility of programs like it on large herds who inhabit expansive habitats. This method of fertility control is a humane and safe alternative to the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) current cruel roundup and stockpile system.

Our presence at WVAC2024 helps establish wild horses as one of the many wildlife species humanely and successfully managed with fertility control vaccines. 

Alongside Nicole and Tracy, an impressive roster of professionals will also speak on topics ranging from humane fertility control of elephants, to wildlife health surveillance, to research linking fertility control efforts in elephants and equines. Jack, wild horses and burros may be a uniquely American conservation initiative, but this week’s events in Cape Town show that global collaboration is critical to our mission. 

Jack, our strategic participation in forums like WVAC2024 hinges on the generosity of wild-horse champions like you. Will you chip in a contribution to help us maintain our research fund as we prepare for the coming summer roundup season?

Thank you,

American Wild Horse Conservation