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Save the Mustangs
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Ford Motor Company, in collaboration with the United States Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Take Pride in America, created the Save the Mustangs fund to help ensure the future sustainability of this proud symbol of American freedom. Along with creating the Save the Mustangs fund, Ford will provide financial support to save about 2,000 wild mustangs in its commitment to preserve the legend that has had a unique place in the company's lore. "The Mustang has helped drive our success for more than 40 years. By supporting its namesake, we can return the favor," said Bill Ford.
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The Save the Mustangs fund provides an opportunity to celebrate and support America's wild mustang. To millions, the mustang represents the unbridled American spirit and freedom. You, friends, and family can do your part in preserving this legend. Show your support for these legendary animals and help us preserve the legend today!
Nearly 32,000 wild horses and burros roam public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management in 10 Western states. These wild animals have virtually no natural predators, and their herd sizes can double about every five years. To maintain populations in balance with their habitat, the BLM removes excess animals from the rangelands every year. The BLM places thousands of wild horses and burros into private ownership through adoption each year.
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Approximately 22,500 Mustangs that have been removed from the rangelands are currently in federal holding facilities. The BLM was directed to sell more than 8,000 wild mustangs as a result of a bill passed by Congress in December 2004. This legislation requires the BLM to sell gathered wild horses and burros that are more than 10 years old or have been offered unsuccessfully for adoption at least three times.
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