Wild Horse and Burro
A Branded Bonanza approved trainer begins the training process with his adopted wild horse

From Range to Ring: Wild Horses begin their journey to Branded Bonanza

Over the past 10 years, BLM Idaho has placed more than 1,000 wild horses and burros into private care through what is now known as the Forever Branded partnership. Building on the success of Mustang Mania, the program pairs approved trainers with adopted wild horses or burros in January or February, launching a months-long journey of training and preparation for competition at the Branded Bonanza event, scheduled for August 7–9 this year.
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BLM and Wyoming Honor Farm place 45 gentled animals

Recap of the first 2025 adoption event at the Wyoming Honor Farm with BLM.
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A horse is led into a trailer with the New York Police Department logo

Inmate-trained wild horse serves New York City police

In the bustle of one of the world’s most famous cities is a handsome police horse with a white symbol on his neck who embodies the spirit of the American West. 
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one horse looking left at the coral in Rock Springs

Wild horses and burros find new homes at successful Wyoming adoption event

Despite a snowy start, the BLM Rock Springs Wild Horse Holding Facility hosted a highly successful wild horse and burro adoption event on April 19. Adopters braved the cold, helping place 30 animals into new homes.
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Strong turnout and new beginnings: 26 wild horses placed at Montana adoption event

The Bureau of Land Management’s Montana/Dakotas Wild Horse and Burro Program held a successful adoption event May 2-4, 2025, placing 26 wild horses into new homes, out of the 36 animals offered.
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Emily and Sarah Harris at Wild Horse and Burro Event in Doswell, VA

 BLM Wild Horse & Burro Program Adoption Experiences: Life After Adoption

Have you ever wondered what adopting a wild horse or burro is really like? Meet Emily and Sarah Harris, sisters who share a deep passion for wild horses and all things equestrian.
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