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