Support the Wildlife Conservation K-9 Program at Grand Canyon
Over the past few decades, wildlife in the park has become extremely habituated to people, and the risk to both animals and visitors is now at an all-time high. Traditional hazing techniques have proven ineffective over the years, leaving managers with limited options for keeping wildlife and people safely separated.
That’s where Blue, a specially trained Catahoula Leopard Dog, comes in, blazing a new trail in wildlife conservation. With support from Grand Canyon Conservancy, Blue is spearheading the park’s new Conservation K-9 Program, using safe, humane aversive conditioning to encourage elk and bighorn sheep to return to wild spaces.
Your generous gift will help with services and items such as:
• Supporting Blue’s specialized training, ensuring she and her handler can operate safely and effectively.
• Providing a kennel that keeps Blue secure and comfortable.
• Funding GPS tracking collars to monitor wildlife behavior and program success.
• Supplying an ATV to reach remote locations where Blue is needed most.
• Covering year-round veterinary care to keep Blue healthy and field-ready.
Together, we can redefine wildlife stewardship at Grand Canyon—and Blue is leading the way.
Why Grand Canyon Conservancy?
When you support Grand Canyon Conservancy, you ensure that millions of guests arrive as visitors and leave as park champions, forever inspired by the natural and cultural wonders they've just experienced.
Home to many of the world's ecosystems, the park is on the front line of the global challenge of the 21st century – climate change. As the official philanthropic partner of Grand Canyon National Park for nearly a century, Grand Canyon Conservancy stands ready to help you make a direct and lasting impact.