MULE TALK! PODCAST: Mule Conformation

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!