Join us in a discussion with Dr Sarah King about wild horses and burros in the Western United States. Learn how they are managed, why they are managed, and the complexity of achieving improved wild horse welfare.
Dr. Sarah King is an ecologist whose work focuses on how the behavioral ecology of mammals can inform their management and conservation. In collaboration with the USGS, Dr. King has led research on the behavior, ecology, and demography of feral horses and burros in the American west. Through her position as co-chair of the IUCN/SSC Equid Specialist Group, Dr. King works with researchers to conserve endangered equids around the world. Additionally Dr. King is a professional animal trainer, offering training and behavior support for dogs and horses.