Learn more about “Comprehensive Animal Welfare Progam”

The Comprehensive Animal Welfare Program (CAWP) is a Bureau of Land Management program designed to ensure the humane treatment of wild horses and burros during all management activities, including roundups, transportation, and holding. It requires regular assessments, and provides training for contractors and personnel handling these animals. While humane standards are essential to ensure the welfare of wild horses and burros, enforcement is left up to the BLM and violations often go unaddressed.