MULE TALK! THE PODCAST ABOUT MULES, MULE TRAINING, AND THE MULE INDUSTRY.

Donkeys As Livestock Guardians - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch Learn How to Manage Jacks. How to work with Longears to establish boundaries Donkeys don't make good "pets" How to Work With Your Donkeys and Mules to Establish Boundaries How to Protect Yourself from Aggressive Donkey Behavior Never turn Your back on a jack or jenny donkey with foals Using herd dogs to protect you...

Hauling Mules Long Distances - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch   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! Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production -  www. EveryCowgirlsDream. Com www. M...

Mules & Donkeys In Film & On TV Pt 2 - Meredith Hodges, Lucky Three Ranch Remember, you can't HEEHAW your way into Hollywood! Listen to the exploits of mules and donkeys in film. Parachuting Mules in film.  Francis the Talking Mule Death Valley Days, Gunsmoke, and more TV shows! John Wayne & Clint Eastwood riding mules in film. Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production...

Mules & Donkeys in Film and TV Shows PT 1 - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch Animals are trained for scenes in films Hollywood mules & their trainers Attributes that are desired in film animals Working with scripts and production companies Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production -  www. EveryCowgirlsDream. Com www. MuleTalk. Net   Meredith Hodges Interviews: www. LuckyThre...

Assessing Your Equine - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch  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! You don't need a measuring tape! Measurements with a piece of baling twine will determine specific, exceptional talents. How to prepare your mule to perform to the best of his/her abi...

SURGE OF MULE SHOWS - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch Work with horse show organizers about letting your mules attend.  Develop a positive and winning attitude to work with other exhibitors.  Attending clinics.  Open shows are a learning curve.  All equines are safer on the trail with proper training and exposure to develop their confidence.  Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream producti...

WHY MULES ARE EXCEPTIONAL - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH - Learn about their exceptional qualities The mule's chest muscle enhances the mobility of the front quarters. The mule's hindquarters; his muscles enable him to kick forward, backward, and sideways.  The mule's physical structure allows him a more diverse range of movement.  The mule has the strength to tolerate prolon...

Mule Trainer Angela Loving - Things to Consider When Buying a Mule Think carefully on what you want to do with your new mule. Get a mule that is compatible to your capabilities.  Responsible mule owners take adequate care of their mules. Courtesy when working with the mule trainer. This and more on Mule Talk! Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production -  www. EveryCowgirlsDream. Com www...

Meredith Hodges of Lucky Three Ranch, Loveland, Colorado shares with us Establishing Management Practices for N.I. (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&ap...

Dr. Josie Traub-Dargatz, Professor Emeritus of Internal Medicine (retired) from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 2017.   In this episode - learn about:  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 an...

Myths About Desensitization - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch Develop trust with your equine. Correctly apply desensitizing techniques. Approach obstacle training with safety in mind. Break down tasks to achieve solid, reliable behavior from your equine.  Keep safety first and foremost. Apply what your equine knows from his previous training, while on the trail.  Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl&...

Angela Loving shares with us her experience in working with a feral mule, the stages of training, and the emotional upsets that mules experience.  Some mules require additional and personal attention to help them get past their issue(s).  Mules are remarkable and brilliant! Hear Angela talk about her journey in working with an untouched mule that required patience and understanding to reach out to...

PERSONALITY DIFFERENCES AMONG HORSES, MULES, AND DONKEYS - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH  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 t...

Haydon Cleveland works with mules and horses at the ranch in Arkansas. Haydon has a quiet demeanor and enjoys his work. Listen to Haydon share with us how he works with mules and horses around the barn. On Mule Talk! Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production -  www. EveryCowgirlsDream. Com www. MuleTalk. Net   Meredith Hodges Interviews: www. LuckyThreeRanch. Com/Podcast-Appearances/

HERD INTRODUCTIONS & GENERAL INFORMATION - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH Trailer loading. (You don't want it to take all day.) Using the hard tie with mules. Using restraints on your mule (when necessary.) Rewarding mules with oats.  Learn how mules think and be ahead of any challenge!  For more training info: www. LuckyThreeRanch. Com and click on TRAINING. Mule Talk is an Every Co...

Train for the Pleasure of It and Train Your Own Mule - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch  Mules and donkeys take things as they come - they live in the moment.  Learn how to relish the time with your animals. Having respect, kindness, and consideration for our animals while training them.  Mule and donkey owners find it difficult to find trainers for their animals.  Seminars and clinics are help...

Meet Lady Mule Trainer - Leslie Ballard A rising star in the mule industry - Leslie Ballard uses her skill set to bring troubled mules around to being productive animals in the workforce. Leslie abides by her own principles when buying, selling, or training mules...and this lady sets the world on fire with her mule training abilities.  Leslie Ballard can be contacted through Facebook and has a fol...

Selecting a Trainer - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch  Where do you begin to look for a qualified trainer for your mule? Learn the smart way to interview a candidate to be your trainer. Viewing the training facility and having a conversation with the trainer. Take the time to read the contract and ask for clarification where needed. If you are unsure about the trainer, ask for references.  Aft...

My Favorite Christmas Tradition - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch  Memories of Grandma baking for days on end. Listening to Christmas carols in the evening and hearing stories passed on about our elders' Christmas past. Mother played Christmas songs on the piano as we sang along.  We opened presents on Christmas eve and Christmas day.  The mules participated in Christmas parades and enjoy...

CHRISTMAS FUN WITH YOUR MULE - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH Listen to creative ways to enjoy your mule in the winter months. Caring properly for your mules in the wintertime. How to know if your mule needs a winter blanket. Healthy hair coats do not require a blanket. Proper shoes for riding in the snow.  Winter clinics and activities for you and your mule. Dressing up for Christmas parades...

Estate and Trust Planning - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch Establish a plan that ensures the proper care of your animals should you pass on before they do.  Check out the laws in your state so that your plan can be carried out.  Have a conversation with friends, family, and/or business associates who qualify and are willing to take on the responsibility of your last wishes. Set aside the fund...

The Ins and Outs of Leg Supports - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch There are many equine-related products on the market today. Learn about: Splint boots and leg wraps.  Shipping boots. Bell boots.  Fleece-covered shipping boots. Polo wraps. Substituting boots for shoes? Using full leg covering for shipping. Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production -  www. EveryCowgirlsDream. Com w...

TURNING FEAR INTO CURIOSITY - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH  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, pati...

Jasper The Mule - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch How Jasper the mule was created and his purpose. Educating children about working with animals. Jasper books that are appropriate for children of all ages.  Learn about Jasper going to Bishop Mule Days. Jasper the mule on tour and more! Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production -  www. EveryCowgirlsDream. Com www. MuleTalk. Net   Me...

DONKEY TRAINING PART 3 - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH  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 with Cavalletti. Training your donkey...