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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Riding Side Saddle (Aside)

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Meredith shares her experience growing up as a tomboy and progressing to riding side saddle then riding in elegance.
  • Belle Star rode side saddle!
  • How to achieve position and security when riding in a side saddle.
  • Learn the three types of side saddles and what they offer.
  • Learn the proper attire when riding aside.
  • Men do ride Side Saddle!
  • Shows/classes that offer side saddle.
  • Proper bits to use when showing in side saddle.
  • Care and reconditioning of side saddles.
  • There are Side Saddle organizations!
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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Leverage Versus Abuse

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Learn the proper use of restraints on a mule or donkey.

  • Chains are severe and can injure the nasal cartilage or the incisive bones when abrupt pressure is applied.
  • Learn how to use the lead rope for a “Quick Twist.”
  • Old-time twitches can do great damage to the equine’s sensitive upper lip.
  • Selecting the correct hobbles for the task at hand.
  • Sedation and tranquilizers can be very dangerous to the mule and donkey.
  • Allow your equine to learn and grow in a logical, step-by-step process that will not overwhelm him with too much stimulus at any stage.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Driving with Mules & Donkeys

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Learn how to properly train your mule or donkey for driving a cart/wagon
  • Selecting the right harness for your driving activity
  • Ground driving and what it means to your animal
  • Be patient during the training process
  • How to build confidence in your animal to drive safely
  • Not all animals make good driving companions
  • Select a good-minded driving animal
  • Driving is enjoyable from children to the eldest grandmother
  • Working on verbal commands and more!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Jumping with Mules & Donkeys

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Learn how to properly prep your mule or donkey on jumping under saddle.

  • Working ground poles to your advantage.
  • Discussion on Point 1, Point 2, and 3 Point position while in the saddle.
  • Stadium Jumping
  • Hunter/Jumper
  • Hunter Paces
  • Field Trials
  • Mule coon jumping
  • Mules that jump over pasture fence?
  • Proper gear and equipment for mule and rider.
  • Proper bit to use.
  • Educational and entertaining Mule Talk episode!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Breeding for Quality Mules Part 1

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Meredith shares her expertise in breeding jacks to horse mares and jennets, selecting the premiere jack for your mule foal, selecting good quality mares for producing excellent mule babies, what to expect, how it all comes together.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Breeding for Quality Mules Part 2

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Breeding for Quality Mules part 2 continues:

  • What are your breeding goals?
  • Focus on the jack, and his temperament as well as the mare.
  • Essentials you will need when delivery is near.
  • What to expect.
  • Being organized and prepared.
  • Documenting your breeding program.
  • What to do in emergencies and more!!!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Donkeys As Livestock Guardians

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Meredith Hodges – Lucky Three Ranch talks about: Donkeys As Livestock Guardians – Learn:
  • How to Manage Jacks
  • How to Work With Your Donkeys and Mules to Establish Boundaries
  • Donkeys Don’t Necessarily Make Good Pets
  • How to Protect Yourself from Aggressive Donkey Behavior
  • Never Turn Your Back on Your Jack or Jenny Donks with Babies
  • Using Herd Dogs to Protect Your Herd and more!!!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Hauling Mules Long Distances

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Hauling Mules Long Distances with Meredith Hodges – Lucky Three Ranch – Loveland, CO, shares with us how to prepare to haul your mules and donkeys on a long trip to a show or event, and how to travel safely out of state. Learn about:
• Requirements for hauling out-of-state
• Truck and trailer checklist
• Avoiding stops in the city
• Having planned stops
• Hay, water, and feed preparation
• How to position your stock inside the trailer
• Wrapping legs for protection and more!

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Mule & Donkey Movies & TV Shows Part 2

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When working with the Longears, we do not set up the filming to get the perfect shots. We actually do everything at the time the equines are learning so people will know what to expect. This kind of training takes time and precision in communication with the animals to produce the results one would need for getting them to do anything and everything perfectly. And, it is a never-ending process! All the filming and documentation we do is to undeniably validate the integrity and quality of our management and training program. With this kind of foundation, the Longears training is impeccable and they are ready, willing and able for photos and filming.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Mule & Donkey Movies & TV Shows

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When working with the Longears, we do not set up the filming to get the perfect shots. We actually do everything at the time the equines are learning so people will know what to expect. This kind of training takes time and precision in communication with the animals to produce the results one would need for getting them to do anything and everything perfectly. And, it is a never-ending process! All the filming and documentation we do is to undeniably validate the integrity and quality of our management and training program. With this kind of foundation, the Longears training is impeccable and they are ready, willing and able for photos and filming.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: On the Trail with Mules

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Mules are remarkably strong and durable animals, making them excellent mountain partners. The cupped shape of their hooves allows them to track the rough mountain terrain being much more surefooted than their counterpart, the horse. A mule’s superior intelligence and strong sense of survival help him to carefully negotiate the placement of his feet, insuring the safest ride possible. This is both important and comforting to know when heading for the mountains. The mule’s strength and endurance are sometimes unbelievable, but always dependable. On a hunting trip, he will take you through rough mountain terrain for days then pack out the “elk of your dreams” with the greatest of ease.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Surge of Mule Shows

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Mule shows are now so numerous that it is becoming very difficult to decide which ones to attend. Years ago, our mules were not necessarily welcome at horse competitions, and today that has changed as well – making our decisions about where to compete is even more complicated. It is truly amazing to see the tremendous growth in popularity of the mule over the past 30 to 40 years, but then I guess it was inevitable given all their redeeming qualities! It really isn’t that unusual that people would begin to prefer mules once they received accurate and truthful information about them. Granted, you have to be smarter than the mule in order to train one, but once you train one properly, you have a wonderful companion and a top competitor in the equine world.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Why Mules are Exceptional

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Across the United States and around the world, as mules are given more and more opportunities to perform in many diverse situations, they are exhibiting their exceptional beauty, athletic ability, endurance and intelligence. There are definite physical and psychological reasons for these outstanding abilities. It has been proven that the mule not only inherits the mare’s beauty, but is also more athletic than the mare out of which he came. The mule is an exceptional hybrid not only because he inherits these qualities from his dam, the mare, but he also inherits the best qualities from his sire, the jack who is responsible for his muscle structure, thickness of bone, strength and intelligence.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Establishing Management Practices for N.I.

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Neonatal Isoerythrolisis a condition that is more common in newborn mule foals.
• Discuss a plan of action with your vet to prepare for the N.I. foal.
• N.I. can threaten the life of your mule foal before it is even born.
• Proper management during the first few days of the mule foal’s life is critically important.
• It is highly recommended to check with your veterinarian before breeding mules.
• Testing the mare before delivery is essential.
• Good records are important for clear communication with your vet.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Neonatal Isoerythrolysis

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NEONATAL ISOERYTHROLISIS (N.I.) is a condition in which the mare creates antibodies against the foal’s red blood cells, and then passes these antibodies to the foal via the colostrum. All legitimate owners and mule breeders should be aware of this condition, especially because it can occur more often when breeding donkey jacks to mares than it does when breeding stallions to mares within the same species.

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MULE TALK! PODCAST: Myths About Desensitization

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Turn your equine’s natural fear into curiosity by approaching his training and exercise in a considerate, respectful and rewarding way. Your equine is more likely to approach lessons with an eager and positive attitude that facilitates better learning when you practice selective desensitization rather than if you overstimulate his senses.

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