Everyday Mulemanship

John Sklaraski is an extremely humble horseman. This guy is a heck of a hand around these critters and definitely brings out the best in them all. 

1. Back Cinches?

2. Hard to Catch and Troubled.

3. Leading by a Foot.

4. One Rein Stops.

5. Side-Pull Bridles?

6. Black Flag Problems.

7. Hard to Find a Trainer That Will Work My Mule.

Colt has been building saddles since he was in high school and has honed his craft to excellence. He is a family man, a mule man, and a all around good guy. In this episode we talk mules, saddles, saddle fit, details on ordering a saddle, and more.

Thankful people are happy people. Ty gives thanks to all the wonderful blessings in his life. 

Also, Ty answers questions!

1. How To Fix A Mule That Kicks When You Go TO Get On?

2. How To Help Your Mule Through Transitions At The Trot And Lope?

3. What To Do When Your Mule Is Nervous Being Alone In An Indoor Arena?

Nancy Baldock is one amazing woman! From her service in the US Air Force to her expertise in gaited mules she is a professional and does things right. I hope you all enjoy her insight into the world of gaited bred mules, I know I learned a lot.

Ty talks about his recent Extreme Trail Riding Clinic and the importance of having your mule broke to lead. Ty also answers a few questions:

1. What to do when your mule doesn't want to follow while leading?

2. How to "Up the Ante" while practicing the Checklist?

3. How to help your mule have a good experience when being vaccinated?

4. Trouble with a wild mini mule.

Ty talks about how standards and expectations change over the years. As you get better and are more aware you will have a better understanding of what it is you are looking for.

Mule Tip Tuesday Questions:

1. Crossing Bridges

2. Soft Feel and Head Shaking

3. Hooking-On Troubles with a yearling

4. Picking Up a foot and shoeing troubles

5. Conditioning for our Extreme Trail Clinic

6. Canter Departures and Building a loose rein

In this episode Ty talks about working towards your end goal and being mindful about how you get there. Also, tons of great questions ansered!

1. Bracing When Rolling The Hinds.

2. Should I Do Transition Work With A 6-Month Old Mule?

3. Why Do You Just Use A Halter For The First Few Rides Instead Of The Snaffle?

4. How Do You Prepare A Horse To Be "Fleet Horse"?

5. How Do I Improve My Mules Ability To Go Down Hill?

6. Is There Specific Criteria Or Prerequisites To Have Before I Can Do The Groundwork In A Snaffle/Mecate?

7. Feed Questions.

8. Saddle Fit Questions.

9. Do You Ride A Horse And Mule The Same?

Texas was amazing! In this episode Ty discusses bits and the bridle mule process along with ideas on saddle and tack. 

Ty talks about how you have the responsibility to do better and be better after you learn something. 

Mule Tip Tuesday Questions:

1. Dealing with weanling issues.

2. Teaching a driving mule to ride.

3. How to get your horse to leave the barn willingly.