A Voice for the Voiceless
Beyond the natural beauty of the Havasupai region of the Grand Canyon, there is an ugly truth. For more than four decades, countless pack horses and mules in the canyon have been neglected and abused by certain violent individuals. From the scale of abuse that has been documented, it is clear that this is a chronic and systemic problem within the Supai nation. Whether due to lack of resources or willful disregard, SAVE pledges to do all we can to address this problem. We pledge to be a voice for the animals.
Know Before You Go
SAVE works diligently to spread awareness about what life is really like for many of the Havasupai pack animals. If you’re thinking of going to Havasu Falls, make sure you’re prepared to travel responsibly, and avoid being complicit in the cruelty.
Alone, Injured and Left To Die. Don’t Stay Silent.
September 2025 - A hiker at Supai witnessed an emaciated, injured horse on the trail. “We alerted tribal authorities, and after we persisted they came and shot the horse.” It’s too late for this horse, but countless others still need your voice.
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The mission of SAVE is to end the starvation and abuse of the pack animals on the Havasupai reservation; to elevate these animals to their rightful place in the Havasupai culture and all cultures as sentient beings that deserve compassionate care and respect for their service to human beings.