Getting Down with Minis Part 2 - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch 

• Mini group grooming - how it works to save time
• Body - clipping
• What to feed for a balanced nutrition program for minis
• Knowing body language in working around minis
• Efficient grooming practices & more

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Getting Down with Minis - with Meredith Hodges! 

How to earn their trust at their level.
Approaching your mini in a non-threatening way.
Haltering and leading your mini.
Lungeing your minis. 
Keep your lessons short and fun!
How to introduce object to your mini.
Ground driving your mini. 
The do's and don'ts are so important. 
Grooming is not all that easy. 

This and more! #grooming mini-mules, #training mini-donks, #mini-donks, #mini-mules, #eye-level approach to your mini, #bonding with your mini-equine, #meredith hodges, #lucky three ranch, #cindy k roberts, #mule talk

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Join Cindy K. Roberts and Meredith Hodges in this entertaining episode about Maintenance & Grooming with Mules & Donkeys. Great info!

Use grooming tools that are comfortable for your mules and donkeys.
Expensive horse/equine grooming tools are not all necessary to keep in your tack room or trailer.
Insect control around the barn - what works.
If showing: when to body clip your mule and how to body clip.
Treating sores/scabs.
Group grooming.
Pasteworming is effective in controlling insects and flies - learn what to use! 

#equine grooming, #mule grooming, #grooming donkeys, #barn maintenance, #horse/mule grooming tools, #mule pasteworming, #longears grooming, #bodyclipping mules, #meredith hodges, #lucky three ranch, #cindy k roberts, #mule talk

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A Bit About Communication - Achieving Balance & Harmony w/Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch our featured guest and expert on mules. Learn about:

• Different types of bits and the different metals used to develop in equine bits.
• Snaffle bits and the different types that are recommended to use on your mule or donkey. 
• Curb/leverage bits used in Western riding.
• The difference between a curb bit and a snaffle bit. 
• Bridles and headstalls for your mule/donkey. 

#equine bits, #horse bits, #mule bits, #western curb bits, #snaffle bits, #mule bridles, #mule headstalls, #donkey bridles, #balance & harmony with mules and donkeys, #meredith hodges, #lucky three ranch, #mule talk, #cindy k roberts

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Benefits of Postural Core Strength Training - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch

• Discover what happens to your mule(s) that are trained for Postural Core Strength.
• Using the Elbow Pull.
• How to make the Elbow Pull for your mule.
• The benefits of the hourglass pattern - simple and easy to do! 
• The benefits of implementing these techniques into your training/riding.
• Emotional, physical benefits of Postural Core Strength Training.

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Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch shares with us growing up as a tomboy and progressing to riding side saddle and riding in elegance on Mule Talk!

• 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!

This and more on Mule Talk the podcast.

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Leverage Versus Abuse - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch 

• 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. 

#equinerestraints, #mulerestraints, #donkeyrestraints, #mulehobbles, #equinetwitch, #equinetranquilizers, #animalabuse, #equineabuse, #meredithhodges, #luckythreeranch, #muletalkpodcast, #cindykroberts  

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Featured Guest Meredith Hodges - Driving with Mules & Donkeys!

• 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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Featured Guest Meredith Hodges - Jumping with Mules & Donkeys 

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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St. Louis Area Equestrian Celebrating One-Year Anniversary at Golden Horseshoe Tack!

• MERS - LARGE ANIMAL RESCUE 
• MO BACKCOUNTRY HORSEMAN - ROCKWOODS RESERVATION GROUP
• GOLDEN HORSESHOE OWNER DAN, THE BARN DAD 
• ST. LOUIS AREA EQUESTRIAN GROUP - VIVIAN REGNA FOUNDER

Learn how to get involved locally with your equestrian group. 

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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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Breeding for Quality Mules Part 1 - Donkey Jacks with featured guest, Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch, Loveland, Colorado.

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 and more on Mule Talk the podcast. 

#breedingmules, #breedingjacks, #breedingmares, #qualitymules, #studfarms, #meredithhodges, #luckythreeranch, #cindykroberts, #muletalk. 

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Donkeys As Livestock Guardians - 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!!!

#donkey behavior, #donkey jacks, #donkey guardians, #herd dogs, #livestock protection, #meredith hodges, #lucky three ranch, #cindy k roberts, #mule talk

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Hauling Mules Lond 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!

#equinetrailerhauling, #haulingmules, #haulingstock, #horsetrailersafety, #meredithhodges, #luckythreeranch, #muletalk, #cindykroberts

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Movie Mules & Donkeys Part 2 with Meredith Hodges, Lucky Three Ranch.

• 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.
• Learn how mules and donkeys are prepared for their scenes.

#moviemules, #moviedonkeys, #westernmulemovies, #meredithhodges, #luckythreeranch, #cindykroberts, #muletalk.

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Mules & Donkeys in Film and TV Shows - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch, in Loveland, Colorado tells us her experience in training mules and donkeys for film and shows. Learn how 

• Animals are trained for scenes in films
• Hollywood mules & their trainers
• Attributes that are desired in film animals
• Working with scripts and production companies

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Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch, Loveland, Colorado shares her trail riding and camping experience in the mountains with mules. 

• How to condition your mule(s) for mountain trails
• Proper feed
• To use electrolytes or not?
• Packing food and essentials
• Using the tie line
• How to keep your mules from wandering off
• Beware of aggressive wildlife

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Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch, Loveland, Colorado shares her experiences regarding mule shows. 

• Working with horse show organizers in 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 ride safer on the trail with proper training and exposure to develop their confidence.

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"Bob" shares his experience of working at the St. Louis Mounted Patrol unit.

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Why Mules Are Exceptional - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch, Loveland, CO
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 prolonged and strenuous use of his muscles. (inherited from his sire the donkey jack.)
• Superior tough hooves, and a unique resistance to parasites and disease. 

Learn more about the mule being exceptional and his diversity on Mule Talk podcast.

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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'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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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 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.

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TV Personality, Author, World Renowned Mule Trainer, Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch in Loveland Colorado shares her knowledge on Myths About Desensitization. Meredith has worked with equines in 50+ years in the industry.  In this episode learn how to:

• correctly apply desensitizing techniques.
• develop trust with your equine.
• approach obstacle training with safety in mind.
• break down tasks to achieve solid, reliable behavior from your equine. 
• apply what your equine knows from his previous training, while on the trail in a real life situation that could threaten your safety. 

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How To Buy A Mule & Not Get Screwed - with Cindy K. Roberts

• 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? 

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Meredith Hodges Renowned Mule Trainer, Author, TV Personality - Differences Among Horses, Mules, and Donkeys - on Mule Talk! 

Mules in general have: 

• Incredible Stamina
• Conserve Energy
• Remembers Everything He Learns
• 63 Chromosomes
• Strong Sense of Self-Preservation
• Suspicious, But Very Affectionate Toward Humans
• Cheaper To Keep - More Durable
• Fewer Vet Bills
• Tougher Hooves - Less Management
• Can See Their Hind Feet
• Can Kick, Forward, Backwards, and Sideways
• More Variations in Color Contributed By Both Parents
• Mature At Eight Years
• Will Wait To Be Rescued If Entangled
• Low-Level Training Takes More Time, However, Upper-Level Training Goes Faster 

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