Adoption Requirements

·       Be at least 18 years of age
·       Have no prior conviction for inhumane treatment of animals or for violation of the Wild Free-Roaming Horse
        and Burro Act
·       Have adequate feed, water and facilities to provide humane care for the number of animals 
        requested
·       Provide a home for the adopted animal in the United States until you receive a Certificate of 
        Title from the BLM
 

Facility Requirements

·       Minimum 400 square feet (20 x 20) for each animal

·       Fence height for ungentled animals: 

        4½ feet high for burros
        5 foot high for horses younger than 18 months
        6 feet high for horses over 18 months
·       Fence Material: Pipe, poles or plank at least 1½ inches thick
·       No barbed wire, large mesh, stranded or electric fence is allowed
·       Shelter: 2 sided with a roof, blocking the prevailing wind
 

Trailer Requirements

·       Stock trailers only
·       Covered roof
·       Non-skid floor
·       Swing gate
·       No Drop Ramps