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STANDING STILL WHILE MOUNTING - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH

Cindy K Roberts - Host/Producer

STANDING STILL WHILE MOUNTING - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH

  • 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 well. 
  • 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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