Devil’s Garden Wild Horses photo.

As published by Herald and News

ALTURAS – More than 200 Devil’s Garden wild horses gathered from tribal and private land Sept. 27 through Oct. 2 in Modoc County are ready for adoption after having been examined by veterinarians at the Bureau of Land Management Litchfield facility, according to a Modoc National Forest news release.

The horses are receiving inoculations, Equine Infectious Anemia (Coggins) testing results and freeze-marks. Horses will be available for adoption by appointment only starting Thursday by calling Litchfield corrals directly at 530-254-6575 or 800-545-4256.

“The opportunity to adopt a wild horse while helping to improve the sustainability of National Forest and adjacent lands is a win-win situation,” said Forest Supervisor Amanda McAdams.

After deciding to adopt from one to four horses, the adopter must fill out two BLM forms: “Statement of Understanding” and “Application for Adoption of Wild Horse(s) or Burro(s).”

The BLM requires the applicant provide at least a 400 square-foot enclosed area with access to feed, water and shelter. The applicant must also provide a stock or horse trailer with a rear swing gate and covered top for transportation.

For pictures and information about the horses visit the Devil’s Garden Wild Horses Facebook page and the Modoc National Forest .

For more adoption information about the BLM wild horse and burro adoption program, visit BLM Wild Horse & Burro Programs or call the National Adoption Call Center at 866-468-7826.