ADOPTION APPLICATION
Please read the Adoption Care Terms & Conditions carefully before completing this application. Care of a wild horse is a significant and long-term commitment of time, money and energy. It should be specially noted by all applicants that the instinctive protective mechanisms of wild horses are significantly more pronounced than that of the domestically raised horse. As a result of their finely tuned protective mechanisms, wild horses will respond to pressure much more readily and assertively than domestic horses. Their responses to pressure may include kicking, biting, rearing and striking out in an effort to protect themselves from a perceived threat. Anyone who is involved in the handling and training of a wild horse should be aware of this fact. Return to Freedom (RTF) requires that any handler or trainer be proficient in gentle, minimal force handling techniques. Due to the unique nature of wild horses, we regret that we are unable to accept applications from individuals under the age of 18. An application may be submitted by the parent or legal guardian who thereby agrees to be fully responsible for the horse’s welfare.