Mule Talk! Podcasts

On Liberty Training! –

• Meredith shares her knowledge and expertise on the importance of building a foundation in your mule’s training to prepare them to be able to accept new tasks and be able to perform at Liberty Training – Obstacle Liberty Training.
• Learn how to develop that lasting partnership with your mules and give them what they need through nutrition, core strength, posture improvement, and proper schooling while using the Elbow Pull.

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Assessing Your Equine –

• Find out how to symmetrically measure your mule’s body to assess his or her athletic abilities.
• Guess what? It’s not rocket science either!
• How to prepare your mule to perform to the best of his/her ability while having fun.

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Disaster and the Effects of Training –

• When disaster strikes, do you have a plan?
• Will your mules respond to your leadership skills?
• Will you be anxious or calm in your thinking?
• Is your barn safe for unpredictable weather conditions?
• What is your commitment level regarding bringing your mules into safety?
• Meredith gives us solutions regarding safety for your mules in your barn and paddock construction.

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The Language of Longears –

• Times have changed, which presents new challenges in working with your animals.
• Learn how to work with your mule.
• Video your progress when possible.
• Animals will mirror you and react to what your body is telling them.
• Become sensitive to the needs of your animals.
• Working with a coach may not work for you and your mule.
• Meredith discovered her donkey, Little Jack Horner had gone deaf; his training program was then adapted to his needs.

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Suitability of Mules & Donkeys for Children –

• Teach your child how to be around equines.
• When choosing an equine for your child, do not choose a donkey jack.
• Do not choose an equine that is an alpha figure in the herd or one with aggressive behavior.
• Choose a mule or donkey with a quiet disposition for your child.
• Encourage children to do tasks around the barn to learn more about their equines’ behavior traits.
• Consider giving a homeless donkey, burro or mule a chance to be in your child’s care.
• Donkeys tend to have less issues and tend to be more sedate rescue animals than mules.

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Equine Industry Trends-

• Today good mule trainers apply the basic techniques of Behavior Modification and reward system training in their programs.
• Doing preparatory core strength and postural body-work can assure that your equine is using his body in the correct way, while implementing tasks with creative and fun athletic maneuvers while under saddle.
• This and more – don’t miss this episode!

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• Introductory Chapter on Mule Scams by Cori Daniels of Mules & More Magazine.
• Ask the right questions before you buy.
• Be truthful to the seller about your skill set.
• Ask for specifics about the health history and medical care of the mule.
• Are you confident in making the partnership and bringing it all together for this mule?
• Buying a Mule – is it about trust?
• Pre-purchase exams are not always thorough.
• Bone structure is important in buying a mule.
• Dietary issues may develop when moving a mule to another location.
• Compatibility – is the mule’s temperament good for you?

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Dr. Josie Traub-Dargatz, N.I. –

• Neonatal Isoerythrolysis (N.I.) A life-threatening condition that is more common in mule foals.
• Learn how to prevent it.
• Clinical signs recognized in the first few days of the foal’s life and perhaps up to 12 days of age include: a) Weakness and lethargy, b) Decrease in suckling the mare c) Rapid breathing, d) Pale or yellow discoloration of the mucous membranes. e) Red color to the urine f) In severe cases collapse and death can occur.
• 1 in 10 mule foals is at risk for this disease.
• How to determine if the foal is at risk for N.I.
• Learn how N.I. can be prevented.

Personality Differences Among Horses, Mules and Donkeys –

• Reactive-Flight reflex varies between the horse, mule, and donkey.
• Physical needs are different between the horse, mule, and donkey.
• Psychological differences are evident.
• Feeding requirements are different – shoeing / trimming hooves requirements vary.
• Personality differences and more on Mule Talk the podcast!

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