Target Audience:  ​Any persons assisting with the Wild Horse & Burro Program including BLM employees, Contractors, and Partners.

This 1 hour long annual training class will provide learners with an overview of the comprehensive animal welfare standards that apply to Off-Range Corrals, Transportation and Adoption/Sale Events and an overview of the following:

• What is Animal Welfare?
• Why is Animal Welfare Important?
• What is the CAWP?
• What is the purpose of the WHB CAWP?
• What components make up the CAWP?
• How do the elements of the CAWP work?
• How the assessment process works.
• Required documentation and what are the responsibilities of the authorized officer.

Course Objectives: Completion of this course will enable you to:

• Understand the importance of Animal Welfare.
• Learn the standards of the CAWP for Off-Range Corrals, Transportation, and Adoption/Sale Events.
• Be informed on the CAWP assessment process at Off-Range Corrals, Transportation, and Adoption/Sale Events.