The Wild Horse and Burro Act of 1971 makes the Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service responsible for managing and protecting herds on public lands. This includes keeping population numbers in line with the ecological balance. But advocates say the roundups are dangerous for the animals. More local videos here: https://youtube.com/@9news Subscribe to NEXT: https://youtube.com/@Nexton9NEWS Stay connected: 9NEWS Website: https://www.9news.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ilike9news Twitter: https://twitter.com/9NEWS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9newsdenver/ Download the 9NEWS App: https://www.9news.com/appredirect/ Sign up for the 9NEWSLETTER: https://www.9news.com/email 9NEWS (KUSA) is located in Denver, Colorado.