Disaster and the Effects of Training - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch

• When disaster strikes, do you have a plan? 
• Will your mules respond to your leadership skills? 
• Will you be anxious or calm in your thinking? 
• Is your barn safe for unpredictable weather conditions? 
• What is your commitment level regarding bringing your mules into safety?
• Meredith provides solutions for your mules' safety in your barn and paddock construction.

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GOAT CHEESE IS A RESCUE MULE - THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS TO MULES THAT ARE NEGLECTED IN HIS TRAINING AND NOT RECEIVING THE RIGHT TRAINING TO ADDRESS HIS BAD BEHAVIOR THAT CAN BE HARMFUL TO HIS HANDLER. 

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Goat Cheese the Mule - updates on his life.

Goat Cheese is being gifted out to the right candidate. 

Watch videos on Max Bishop's page - he is tuning up Goat Cheese. 

The Adventures of Goat Cheese is a book about his life available on Amazon Prime.

Contact Cindy K Roberts or Max Bishop if you desire to own Goat Cheese. 

We are on Facebook - Cindy K. Roberts has a website www.EveryCowgirlsDream.com

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THE LANGUAGE OF LONGEARS - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH 

• Times have changed, which presents new challenges in working with your animals.
• Learn how to work with your mule.
• Video your progress when possible.
• Animals will mirror you and react to what your body is telling them.
• Become sensitive to the needs of your animals.
• Working with a coach may not work for you and your mule.  
• Meredith discovered her donkey, Little Jack Horner, had gone deaf; his training program was then adapted to his needs. 

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Rock and Roll: Diary of a Rescue: Part 2 - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch 

• Hear the amazing story of Rock and Roll - the rescued draft mule team, the discovery of their injuries, and the dedicated team of professionals working hard to give longevity to their lives. 
• There were comebacks and setbacks; this incredible story will touch your heart and soul. 
• This episode explains in detail about Roll since the passing of his half-brother, Rock. 
• They spent many years together, hitched and pulling a wagon. 

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Rock and Roll: Diary of a Rescue, Part 1 - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch 

• Learn the details involved when dealing with rescue animals. 
• Surround yourself with a professional support team for the treatment of rescues. 
• It's more than just farrier work and supplementing a feeding program. 
• Taking X-rays when needed. 
• Keeping records and documenting your work. 
• This and more on Mule Talk!

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Suitability of Mules and Donkeys for Children - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch 

• Teach your child how to be around equines.
• When choosing an equine for your child, do not choose a donkey jack.
• Do not choose an equine that is an alpha figure in the herd or one with aggressive behavior. 
• Choose a mule or donkey with a quiet disposition for your child. 
• Encourage children to do tasks around the barn to learn more about their equines' behavior traits. 
• Consider giving a homeless donkey, burro, or mule a chance to be in your child's care. 
• Donkeys tend to have fewer issues and tend to be more sedate rescue animals than mules. 
• This and more are included in this episode of Mule Talk! 

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1. Conduct and Good Sportsmanship - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch

• The importance of developing a bond with your animal - to gain his trust to perform in the show ring.
• Competition is fun and exciting - develop the winning attitude to compete against yourself and not others. 
• A good trainer will train himself, as well as the mule with subtle direction coming from the mule. 
• Develop respect for your mule.
• Yes, God gave us "dominion" over the animals, but that doesn't make us a King or a Queen over them. We are keepers of our animals. 

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EQUINE INDUSTRY TRENDS - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH

• Today, good mule trainers apply the basic techniques of Behavior Modification and reward system training in their programs. 
• Doing preparatory core strength and postural body-work can ensure that your equine is using his body correctly while implementing tasks with creative and fun athletic maneuvers while under saddle. 
• This and more - don't miss this episode! 

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MULE CONFORMATION - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH

• The ideal qualities to look for in a mule. 
• What to look for in the ideal head, neck, and shoulders of the mule. 
• Both the mare and the jack contribute to the qualities desired in the mule. 
• Be selective in your breeding program to produce desirable mules.
• Bone structure is important when selecting a mule for a job or performance.
• The mule should have an overall balanced look to its body. 
• Pay attention to the hip, stifle, and gaskin, which should have a smooth, muscled look.
• Mules and donkeys possess more "long" muscle than bulk muscle (as in the horse).
• Pay attention to the legs of the mule, the hooves, the rib cage, joints, etc.
• The most important trait of the mule is his disposition; this characteristic comes primarily from the mare. 
• Assessing the jack - what to look for and more! 

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