Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre – De Wildt

Cheetah Conservation & Research Centre

Conservation Project Name:

Cheetah and Wild Dog Conservation

Organization Description:

Currently our focus is on preserving a genetically viable gene pool for cheetah with our scientifically based breeding programme. The aim is to make all the cheetahs bred in this program available for release in game reserves in Southern Africa. The funding received will be put towards the support of the above-mentioned programme as well as our education programme ensuring cheetah awareness especially with the young generation.

Mission Statement

Our main mission is the conservation of Cheetah and Wild Dogs. Currently our focus is on preserving a genetically viable gene pool for cheetah with our scientifically based breeding programme.

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