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Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance


​Connecting Mustangs With People

Our Mission


Preservation through Responsible Ownership 
and Effective Herd Management

Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance

          In short, our vision is to connect mustangs with humans, one horse at a time.
         Since 2012, the Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance has been dedicated to the welfare of New Mexico's wild horses and the preservation of their unique genetics. Our goal is to promote effective herd and land management strategies.At JMHA, we believe in the power of collaboration. We work closely with other agencies as part of a larger team dedicated to giving wild horses a voice.
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​We view fertility management as the best long term solution for population control, and have forged an agreement with the forest service for PZP darting in the Jicarilla herds.  We strive to educate the public about wild horse management in the modern world; advocating water and land resource management. Fertility control is a crucial strategy for herd management to maintain a sustainable population of wild horses. 

 For the mustangs gathered, we aspire to unite those horses with the best possible adoptive homes, and inform people about best practices for humane training.  We hope to create lasting mustang/human partnerships that always put the horse first. Yet we have not forgotten the horses that are not able to adjust as easily to domestic life.  JMHA is working to develop and maintain a sanctuary for elderly and less adoptable horses.

      Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance continues to pursue mustang preservation by means of both herd management and responsible adoption/ownership.  We seek to influence the public through education. We are taking a lead to be part of the solution by building partnerships and finding common ground cooperation strategies with other agencies that have the mustangs' interests in mind.

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Join Our New Mustang Membership Program!

You are invited to join the herd!
Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance is offering a membership opportunity to play a part in preserving New Mexico's unique wild horses and their rich historical heritage.
Your membership entitles you to FREE admission to certain JMHA sponsored events. 
Every member will also receive a keepsake to show their pride in being part 
of the JMHA family protecting our mustangs and a subscription to JMHA's Bi-annual newsletter to keep you informed about how your donation is being put to work for our wild horses. 

Thank you for considering a tax-deductible contribution to the Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance. Your support is invaluable in our mission to preserve our New Mexico wild horses and their legacy.
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  You can make your donation by clicking the links below, or sending a check payable to Jicarilla Mustang Heritage Alliance to:
      #97 Rd 5285
      Bloomfield, NM
​      87413

Venmo $35 Individual Membership
Venmo $50 Family Membership

Hot off the press!

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JMHA's founder Barb Kiiper and dedicated mustang trainer Michele Bell have just completed their first book!
"Why A Mustang"
is truly a memoir of mustangs, this book full of heart is a compilation of the experiences of two horsewomen
and their journeys of learning and healing through their time spent with these amazing horses 
we call mustangs!
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Order your copy from Amazon today!
All proceeds from the sale of "Why A Mustang"
go to support JMHA and the wild horses we are
working to preserve!

JMHA Tees and Tanks!

Support our efforts and show off  your mustang style by shopping our new Bonfire storefront.
​We have both long and short sleeve t-shirts, as well as tank tops, just in time for summer.
Shop Now!
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JMHA Blog

A small group of trainers and mustang owners have come together
​to  write about their experiences with these amazing horses. 
Explore the history of mustangs, learn effective training techniques,
​ and enjoy heart warming stories.

 Recent Articles

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Communication over Contact
How can you increase a mustang's confidence with human touch more quickly than using touch desensitization alone?
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How Touching
Human contact can be a difficult step for mustangs to take.  Learn to make a good impression with every touch.
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Making Mistakes
How do mistakes help us in our learning process? Can you learn to embrace your failure?

We can't continue our work without the support of people like you! 

Even if you can't afford to join JMHA's annual membership plan, please consider making even a very small donation.
Fertility management through PZP is a costly and time consuming process. We need financial support to continue this work we have fought so hard to get started. 
​Also, JMHA has the long term goal of establishing a sanctuary for mustangs that are less adoptable. Any amount you can give goes a long way and is much appreciated!
Show your support by following our efforts on facebook!
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You Can Help

     The mustang is a living piece of American history that needs support, now, more than ever. 
  We can only continue growing with the help of our suporters.  Every small contribution is a big help. 
Thank you for caring about our wild horses.

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Photography provided by TJ Holmes and Laurie Ford
  • Home
  • Education
    • Blog
    • Why Keep Mustangs Wild?
    • Adoption Considerations
    • Choosing a mustang
    • Keys to a Successful Adoption
    • Finding the right trainer
    • History of Mustangs
  • Mustangs
    • Herd Management
    • For Adoption
    • Success Stories
  • People
    • Our Team
    • Recommended Trainers
    • Support Partners
    • Contact