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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Turning Fear Into Curiosity

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Turning Fear Into Curiosity –
  • Leading training on the obstacle course is your equine’s initial exposure to real fear.
  • Use the “O.A.T.S.” approach to your training.
  • Observe – Approach – Touch – Sigh.
  • Allow your equine time to think and process the information in order to move forward in his training.
  • Your equine will learn to be attentive, patient, and confident about moving through various obstacles, such as: ground poles, tires, the bridge, stopping at a mailbox, walking through a tractor tire, and backing through straight and parallel poles.
  • All movements will become purposeful, and he will learn to remain attentive to you and to respond promptly during his lessons.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Donkey Training, Part 3

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Donkey Training, Part 3 –
  • When your donkey is doing well with the trot, time to learn to canter.
  • Use verbal commands with your donkey.
  • Training your donkey to move laterally.
  • Using the hourglass pattern in your training to improve posture and overall balance.
  • Using your elbow pull as a training aid.
  • Training your donkey at Cavalletti.
  • Training your donkey for jumping. And more!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Donkey Training, Part 2

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Donkey Training, Part 2 –
  • Repeat the previous lesson – BUT DO NOT DRILL YOUR DONKEY.
  • Training your donkey to trot with a rider.
  • Execute pattern training with your donkey to strengthen his body.
  • Your assistant will only help you when needed while training your donkey.
  • Training turns on the forehand with your donkey.
  • Going straight on the rail.
  • Be patient and understanding – your donkey will give what he is able to do.
  • Training turn on the haunches with your donkey – and more!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Donkey Training, Part 1

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Donkey Training, Part 1 –

  • Begin with imprinting the foal.
  • Introducing the halter to your young donkey.
  • Leading your donkey.
  • Never be in a hurry when training your donkey.
  • Lead your donkey around your workstation.
  • Begin training in round pen.
  • Using the lunge line in your training session.
  • Do not drill your donkey OR mule.
  • Line driving your donkey and more!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: What Are Mules Good For Besides Packing and Farming?

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What Are Mules Good For Besides Packing and Farming? –

  • Mules have versatility to do many different things.
  • Packers use mules in the mountains.
  • Hunters in heavy snow – praise the value of their mules.
  • After the industrial revolution, mules are used for carrying supplies into remote areas.
  • Hurricane Helene victims are being assisted by pack mules and their handlers bringing essential provisions to their families.
  • The Mountain Mule Packer Ranch partnered with the Cajun Navy (civilian volunteers) to deliver insulin to a family.
  • Learn how mules are doing their part in helping people during this disastrous situation in North Carolina due to Hurricane Helene.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Multiple Facets of Longears Hybrid Vigor

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Multiple Facets of Longears Hybrid Vigor –
  • What are mules and hinnies?
  • What are the physical characteristics of the Ass?
  • What are the mental characteristics of the Ass?
  • What kind of hybrid equines are there?
  • Listen to the many Horse, Mule, and Donkey Hybrids.
  • Mules are good mothers too!
  • Amazing documented findings of mules giving birth!
  • What to look for in a gaited jack.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Keys to Successful Training Part 2

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Keys to Successful Training Part 2 –
  • Establishing a bond.
  • Feeding.
  • Consideration
  • Structured exercises.
  • Body language and verbal communication.
  • Benefits of group lessons.
  • Take lessons periodically to stay on track to improve your own skills.
  • Lists of trainers and instructors can be obtained from the United States Equestrian Federation and the American Donkey & Mule Society.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Fine-tuning the Rider/Fine-tuning the Aids

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Fine-tuning the Rider/Fine-tuning the Aids —

  • The benefits of using positive reinforcement early on in your mule’s training.
  • Apply corrective measures appropriately when working with your young mule.
  • Each mule learns in their own way and at their own pace.
  • Using your seatbones to fine-tune your aids.
  • Use half-halts when making a transition will alert your mule a change is going to occur.
  • Using circles to benefit your training.
  • Working at a pace so as not to confuse or create anxiety in your mule.
  • Establishing fine-tuning will create harmony and balance in your work.
  • This and more details in this episode!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Making History With Mules Part 3

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Making History With Mules –

  • Mules before the industrial age were vital to the United States and utilized for heavy work.
  • Mules during the Westward Expansion days, transported families and their possessions through the Western Plains.
  • The U.S. Cavalry and their role in using mules.
  • Harvey Riley, author of The Mule, published in 1867 – an excellent source of the mule and its history in the U.S. Army.
  • Soldier, Jimmy Wright was saved by his mule during a horrific battle; his mule dragged him to safety.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Making History With Mules Parts 1 & 2

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Making History With Mules –

  • Mules and donkeys are mentioned in the Bible.
  • The highest intelligence residing in animals is that of the mule.
  • Learn how mules played a significant part in Greek and Roman transportation.
  • HAI-BAR, a volunteer organization established to protect animals that had thrived in the Holy Land during the Old Testament years – but are now dangerously close to extinction.
  • Unique personality traits of the mule come from the ass.
  • George Washington – the first organized mule breeder in America.
  • Hear how the Erie Canal was built by mules.
  • Hear about the borax mule team from Death Valley hauling over the mountains to the Mojave Desert and more!
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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Standing Still While Mounting

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Standing Still While Mounting –

  • It starts with good nutrition and being fed on schedule to reduce anxiety.
  • Ground training is essential using a logical approach.
  • Begin mounting in the round pen first – using a mounting block.
  • Desensitize your mule with gentle strokes to the body to learn his sensitive areas.
  • Start with a mounting block to eliminate pulling on the saddle.
  • Have an assistant work with you for safety reasons.
  • Sit quietly for a minute before walking on after mounting.
  • Train your mule to understand the command “WHOA.”
  • Train your mule to understand the command “STAND” when you are ready to mount him.
  • Use the reward system to let him know he is doing good.
  • Balance your weight when stepping up into the saddle and stepping down.
  • English riders – remove both feet from stirrups when dismounting.
  • Western riders position your foot in the left stirrup to eliminate getting hung up.
  • Ride in a saddle that is comfortable for your mule and a proper fit for you the rider. This will eliminate potential hazards.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Do Mules Need to Be Shod?

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Do Mules Need to Be Shod? –
  • Take into consideration where you will ride your mule.
  • Terrain – rocky – mud – sand – grass – mountain trails – prairie
  • Mules inherit their hooves through their genes.
  • Climate and weather greatly affect the condition of your mule’s feet.
  • Hoof products – are often overused.
  • Stress rings and what they mean.
  • Your mule’s diet is important to producing healthy hooves.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: So You Think You Want a Mule?

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So You Think You Want a Mule? –

  • Where to buy a mule for you?
  • What kind of experience do you have as a rider?
  • What are your character traits?
  • Learn how to select the right mule for you.
  • Talk to experienced mule people to assist you.
  • Learn how to evaluate the animal you are looking at.
  • Have a vet and farrier do exams on the mule.
  • The option of asking for a trial period with the mule.
  • Drawing up a contract when hiring a trainer.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Rock and Roll: Diary of a Rescue: Part 2

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Rock and Roll: Diary of a Rescue: Part 2 –
  • Hear the amazing story of Rock and Roll – the rescued draft mule team, the discovery of their injuries, and the dedicated team of professionals working hard to give longevity to their lives. There were comebacks and setbacks; this incredible story will touch your heart and soul.
  • This episode explains in detail about Roll since the passing of his half-brother, Rock. They spent many years together hitched and pulling a wagon.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Rock and Roll: Diary of a Rescue, Part 1

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Rock and Roll: Diary of a Rescue, Part 1 – Draft Mule Team Rock and Roll were rescued and in their journey were turned over to Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch.
  • Learn the details involved when dealing with rescue animals.
  • Surrounding yourself with a professional support team for treatment of rescues.
  • It’s more than just farrier work and supplementing a feeding program.
  • Taking X-Rays when needed.
  • Keeping records and documenting your work.
  • This and more on Mule Talk!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Conduct and Good Sportsmanship

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Conduct and Good Sportsmanship

  • The importance of developing a bond with your animal – to gain his trust to perform in the show ring.
  • Competition is fun and exciting – develop the winning attitude to compete against yourself and not others.
  • A good trainer will train himself, as well as the mule with subtle direction coming from the mule.
  • Develop respect for your mule.
  • Yes God gave us “dominion” over the animals, but that doesn’t make us a King or a Queen over them. We are keepers of our animals.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Mule Conformation

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Mule Conformation

  • Ideal qualities to look for in a mule.
  • What to look for in the ideal head, neck, and shoulders of the mule. Mare and Both the mare and the jack contribute to the qualities desired in the mule.
  • Be selective in your breeding program to producing desirable mules.
  • Bone structure is important when selecting a mule for a job or performance.
  • The mule overall should have a balanced look to his body.
  • Pay attention to the hip, stifle, and gaskin, that should have a smooth-muscled look.
  • Mules and donkeys possess more “long” muscle than bulk muscle (as in the horse.)
  • Pay attention to the legs of the mule, the hooves, rib cage, joints, etc.
  • The most important trait of the mule is his disposition; this characteristic comes primarily from the mare.
  • Assessing the jack – what to look for and more!
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MULE TALK! PODCAST: The Benefit of Organizational Skills

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The Benefit of Organizational Skills
  • Find out how to organize your show clothes, tack, saddles and grooming supplies for an upcoming show.
  • When to bathe and clip your mule.
  • Vacuum and other grooming supplies.
  • Blanketing your mules.
  • Keep your paperwork on mules, truck and trailer in hand.
  • Delegate tasks to show volunteers.
  • How to be competitive, confident in your presentation.
  • Pay attention to your show equipment in being competitive for your class.
  • Be prepared for your classes.

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