Mule Ranch Podcast

Steve’s Free Saddle Training, https://muleman.co/2YBJ6u1

Cool Weather and Your Mule, Bowed Tendons, Difference Between Mule and Hinny, and Much More

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 13:00:10 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about cool weather and your mules-what begins to show up, bowed tendons, the difference between mules and hinnies, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

3:40 What we see in the cooler weather...

6:00 How to get a mule to turn smooth circles?

10:18 How does the Mule Rider’s Martingale work?

13:51 Are all pack saddles the same?

18:23 Mule wins a horse show

19:25 Mule refuses to load for 60 mile trip

21:56 Basics of all mule basics: Come-Along-Rope

-Link to Come-A-Long Rope, https://muleman.co/2HxQwHX

-Link to Ground Foundation Training Kit, https://muleman.co/2VMpndH

24:01 How to get Steve at an event?

25:01 Tie head back on mule?

28:05 How much weight can a mule carry when being ridden?

29:32 Bowed tendons

31:09 Feed young mules daily?

-Link to Mule Nutrition, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

31:50 Can you leave young mules in pasture?

33:14 Loading a donkey that refuses to load

-Link to Trailer loading video, https://muleman.co/2Orf3BH

-Link to Trailer Loading DVD, https://muleman.co/2EEYlem

35:18 Should your mule carry his head low?

36:19 Update on getting mule to back up

37:20 What to look for in the first mule?

-Link to So You Want to Buy a Mule, https://muleman.co/2kyEyqi

-Link to Instructional Video of So You Want to Buy a Mule, https://muleman.co/2m6WSXI

39:26 New mule bad behaviors

42:19 How the rope halter is different from a nylon halter

43:56 Breeding from mules with bad attitudes and mule combinations

46:48 Mule Saddle Training Course

-Link to FREE Mule Saddle Training Course, https://muleman.co/2YpleOQ

48:21 Steve’s calls this week

49:45 How to measure cinches for Steve’s surcingle?

-Link to Steve’s surcingle, https://muleman.co/2m8BGk7

50:36 Story of Mule’s Temperament

51:28 How to get a mule to stop attacking a dog on trail?

53:10 Steve’s Border Collie, Jess, and how to manage a dog around mules

56:42 How long should the strap between cinch and bit be on the Mule Rider’s Martingale?

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McClellan (Military) Saddles for Mules, Ground Foundation Training, Spins and Kicks and More

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:00:14 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about the McClellan (Military) Saddle for mules, when to use ground foundation training, mules that spin and kick, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Gratitude for First Responders and Military

2:32 Welcome to Ask Steve

5:40 How does the new cowboy saddle differs from the last one?

8:13 McClellan Saddle (Military Saddle)

11:31 Are McClellan Saddles mule friendly?

14:10 How to ease back into riding after being bucked off. (Hobble Strap)

16:16 Teaching a young mule to back up while in the saddle

18:35 Daily training to teach mule to back up?

20:42 Steve’s Hat

23:10 What necessities are good for trail riding and how to pack it?

25:31 Transitioning from saddle to pulling and teaching mule to move forward and out

27:20 Are McClellan Saddles comfortable?

28:43 Does your saddles come with a hobble strap?

-Link to Mule Saddle Training Course, https://muleman.co/2YpleOQ

30:46 How long should a mule heal saddle sores before riding again?

32:24 4-year-old pawing and pivoting when tied

35:01 Give treats for good behavior?

35:53 How to acclimate a new mule?

-Link to Welcome Home Mr. Mule, https://muleman.co/2W1Stmf

38:18 Best way to hook up saddle bags? Best Saddle bags to use for mules?

-Link to Mountain Ridge Gear, http://muleman.co/2G7hc3A

39:29 Steve’s Clinics

42:36 Milo in the feed

43:29 Determining a Mammoth Donkey’s age and how old is too old for trail riding donkeys?

45:17 Skittish 4-year old

-Link to Ground Communication Kit, https://muleman.co/2VMpndH

-Link to How to catch a mule on your terms, https://muleman.co/2kIwQtH

46:05 How to stop or slow down a bolting mule?

47:51 20-year-old mammoth driving

48:42 How does the Mule Rider’s Martingale work?

50:54 Fat Pockets on pastured animal

-Link to Grass Founder in Mules and Donkeys, https://muleman.co/2XMrqvD

52:29 Spins and kicks

53:41 Where do I start training mules to pack?

54:29 What are shanks?

55:09 Castrated Jack donkey will not leave Jenny alone.

56:16 Surcingle fit

57:19 Fire Department Updates

58:55 Steve helps over the phone with mule and donkey problems

59:59 Bumping left or right?

1:00:54 How to get a donkey on a float? (Come-A-Long Rope)

1:02:46 Call Steve for Help at 602-999-6853

1:03:01 Videos of ferrier fixing contracted heels to be posted on YouTube

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Finding What Works For Your Animal-Feed, Loading, Training, Correcting Problem Behaviors And More

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:01:16 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Finding what works for your animal- feed specific to your animal, loading into trailers, training and ground foundation, correcting problem behaviors, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:17 Steve’s updates from last two weeks

3:31 Come-A-Long Coffee in Ask,Tell, Demand

-Link to Come-A-Long Coffee, https://muleman.co/2ZvnWz5

4:14 Documenting the fixing of contracted heels

4:44 Online training and photo checks

5:32 Should the saddle pad be tent-up before placing the saddle?

8:55 White hairs on the back of a mule

-Link to Learn More about White Hairs, https://muleman.co/2X4vIxq

10:35 Ground foundation training update on client’s mule

11:18 Adjusting knots on the halter

-Link to Adjusting a Rope Halter, https://muleman.co/2WOX5g1

11:33 8-year-old mini donkey is overweight

-Link to What to Feed Your Mule, https://muleman.co/2DoBjIb

-Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

14:18 Mild colic due to weather changes

16:37 Mules for roping steers/group roping

19:55 Update on changing to dual cinch saddle for mule

22:05 Call Steve with your questions

-Steve’s Phone Number: 602-999-6853

23:00 Are donkeys the smartest equine?

26:35 Why Steve does not like the pulling collar

-Link to Mule Breast Collar Explained with Demonstration, https://muleman.co/2m4NQe3

31:34 Saddle Fitting Video

-Link to Free Saddle Training Video Series, https://muleman.co/2YpleOQ

32:33 Mule favoring rear legs and not putting weight on after year of proper feed

35:00 Challenge coin for firefighters

36:11 Granddaughter took mule to horse show and got 1st place!

38:27 Feed animals according to their use

39:48 Are mules good to learn to ride on?

41:07 What is a willing disposition?

43:33 Mini-mule feeding plan and grass pasture

47:18 Rope halter and bridles

-Link to single and split reigns, https://muleman.co/2zaUOnE

49:38 Mule with too many horse traits

51:12 Do you have all the videos available for download?

51:56 Why does mule demand to be in front of trailer?

55:13 Will a mule eat frosted cherry leaves?

55:43 Do you still have the trail lite saddle?

-Link to Trail Lite saddle, https://muleman.co/2TzSSKN

55:58 Why did Steve choose to work with mules?

57:30 Thanks for the pocket knife with my order!

58:47 Making the mule comfortable by going first to stall

59:19 New watcher loves the show

-Link to Youtube channel to watch past shows, https://muleman.co/2lIlK7Z

-Link to Podcast with Steve’s Story about getting started with mules, https://muleman.co/2S8snNh

49:57 Donkey refused to go through a stream she jumped last year

1:03:46 Training molly mule as soon as it was weaned

1:05:47 What type of animal for people new to equine

1:07:21 Wilted cherry leaves are toxic- do not feed

1:07:58 Mule goes crazy if not let out to pasture with horses

1:10:06 Thank you from Nat and Family

1:10:47 Watching Ask Steve is like watching cooking shows…

1:12:14 Custom Saddles? Muscle mass versus bone structure

1:14:21 Mule loads slower than horses into trailer

1:16:00 Can a mule be too much like a horse (Fright and Flight instinct)

1:17:19 Mule too anxious around other equine to train

1:19:14 Best video to start ground training?

-Link to Ground Communication Kit, https://muleman.co/2OHTO2k

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Steve’s Free Saddle Training, https://muleman.co/2YBJ6u1

Treeless Mule Saddles, Trimming Hooves and Shoeing Mules, Saddle Pad Slipping, And More

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 13:01:39 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about using treeless mule saddles, trimming mule hooves and shoeing mules and donkeys, saddle pads slipping, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:13 Correction from last week: Spacing on breaching

2:23 Are treeless saddles okay for mules and donkeys?

5:40 Why use a rear cinch?

14:45 Is a britchen and breast collar needed for a pack saddle?

17:48 Can you use the same breast collar for packing as riding?

21:10 Steve’s vacation trip to Alaska

24:42 Getting a mule to take the bit

30:41 Saddle pad slipping

33:17 Handling a skittish 3-year old mule

37:10 New mule pacing

39:57 How often should I have my donkey’s hooves trimmed?

-Link to Shoeing Your Mules and Donkeys, https://muleman.co/2NaJgV6

41:46 Do you need to shoe your mules and donkeys?

45:20 How to saddle a mule properly with a physical limitation?

53:07 Call Steve with your questions: 602-999-6853

-Link to FREE Mule Saddle Training Course, https://muleman.co/2YpleOQ

Follow Queen Valley Mule Ranch:

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Steve’s Free Saddle Training, https://muleman.co/2YBJ6u1

Feeding First or Second Cut, Cross-Tying, Fenders, Stirrups, Knee Problems, And Mule Shoes

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 13:00:19 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about feeding first or second cut grass and alfalfa hay, cross-tying mules, fenders, stirrups, and knee problems, ordering mule shoes, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:42 Steve’s going on vacation to Alaska (hunting and fishing)

1:29 Free Shipping to lower 48 States (August 7-17, 2009 Only)

5:05 Another person recognized Steve’s voice in public!

6:03 What is the difference in sizes for Steve’s rope halters?

8:43 Alfalfa vs. grass hay for mules

-Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

-Link to Founder in Mules and Donkeys, https://muleman.co/2XMrqvD

11:40 How much pasture does two donkeys need?

-Link to U of A Extension Center for testing mule hair, https://muleman.co/31wF0Fm

14:08 Become the herd leader

16:37 Setting a Negative Foundation with your animal

19:07 Looking for help in the North West WY

19:31 6-year-old John mule is pushy

20:30 Mixing feed for mules

22:00 How to keep cuffs above the knees of the mule?

22:42 How long of a lead rope needed for a pack mule team?

24:46 Difference between first cut and second cut

28:10 Fenders, stirrups, and knee problems

30:04 Fender and Stirrups for people with knee pain

32:10 First cut in grass hay okay to feed?

33:06 Giving mules limbs to chew

34:56 What to do when a mule takes off in the pasture

36:26 Mule rubbing his head on owner

38:44 Steve pinned to wall by bull

40:01 4-year-old runs from halter

-Link to Establishing Leadership Series, https://muleman.co/2UWK1UF

41:16 Where to tie second donkey’s lead rope to the lead donkey?

43:59 Is high grass suitable for mules in the south?

44:50 Does the tongue go under the finished curve piece of the bit?

46:10 Will mules become afraid of you if you drive them away?

46:48 Mule kicking when going downhill

48:23 What is cross-tying and should you cross tie mules and donkeys?

-Link to trailer loading video, http://muleman.co/2Eur4Ul

50:52 Keep working on ground foundation training even when losing ground

52:35 How to stop mule leading on trail rides?

54:18 Will Come-A-Long Rope keep Molly from bolting?

56:28 Will Steve be doing a conference in the MidWest?

57:10 What is the difference between rope halters and Steve’s rope halter?

57:52 Is saddle fitting the same on a gaited mule and a quarter horse mule?

-Link to Mule Saddle Fitting Course, https://muleman.co/2YBJ6u1

1:02:48 Saint Croix Mule Shoes

1:04:11 Feed for mini mules vs. feeding a horse

1:07:04 How to get mule to stand still while being saddled

Follow Queen Valley Mule Ranch:

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Steve’s Free Saddle Training, https://muleman.co/2YBJ6u1

How to Freeze Brand Mules, Failure to Communicate, Handmade Spurs, and More Tips for Ground Training

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:00:50 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about how to freeze brand mules, failure to communicate with your animal, using spurs, more ground training tips, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

2:25 Steve shares his trophies (living room)

6:36 Mule doesn’t ‘Whoa’ or want to please me

12:00 Mule doesn’t like snaffle bit

19:16 How to calm mules in new environment?

20:52 Good source of electrolytes for mules and donkeys

22:04 What to feed an older mule who's showing ribs

28:24 How to clean Steve’s saddle pad?

30:37 Mule is left ear shy and hard to take the bit

34:10 Is there a difference between floating teeth for mules and horses

36:00 How do I earn the trust of two mini mules for driving?

40:53 What about positive reinforcement?

41:37 Freeze branding mules

44:16 Treats for mules

45:26 Ground training a 5-year-old standard donkey

-Link to Ground Foundation Training Kit, https://muleman.co/2GOmmOh

46:45 How much time should I spend training my mule?

48:40 Stubborn mules and failure to communicate

52:30 Steve’s personal handmade spurs

58:02 Mule won’t let me approach when holding a rope or bridle

1:01:49 Bumping to cross a bridge

1:04:55 Testimony of working with mules at an older age

1:06:44 Steve’s still learning too

1:07:23 Eric rode Steve’s new Cowboy Saddle

1:08:08 9 out of 10 mule riders at recent clinic rode with Steve Edward’s Saddle

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Help Name New Saddle, Adding Muscle to New Mule, Mule Overreach, Cinches and Breast Collars

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:00:17 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about his newest cowboy saddle and having the audience vote on naming it, how to add muscle to a new mule, shoeing for mule hoof overreach, cinches, breast collars, and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:31 Review of Steve’s Newest Cowboy Saddle-looking for new name from customers

4:21 Recommended name “Festus” after Gunsmoke

6:05 Steve fighting a fire 1 mile from his ranch

10:57 What angle should the hind hooves be compared to width?

-Link to Basics of Shoeing Your Mule and Donkey, https://muleman.co/2NaJgV6

14:10 Biggest problem with shoeing donkeys

15:14 How strong is the New Cowboy Saddle Tree for light roping?

17:58 16 Hand Molly bullying a 14 hand 3 year-old

20:52 Possible to stop herd leader mentality?

21:58 Cruelest thing you can do to a mule or donkey

23:29 Mule Testimony: Tested several saddles and mule loved Steve’s saddle

24:42 Saddle ideas for mammoth mule

26:33 Can mules see well at night for packing?

27:52 Gaited Mule with over-reach and how to shoe

29:25 Welcome, ask and share

33:14 Jenny knocking water bucket over

37:25 Saddle pad still slipping

-Link to How to Measure for Cinches, https://muleman.co/32TqpFr

40:00 Breast collar for different sized mules

41:50 Testing breast collars (1.5 inch rule)

43:03 How to monitor feed

-Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

48:37 Workout to add muscle to a young mule

49:49 Missed an episode? Check out the podcast!

-Link to podcast, https://muleman.co/2YBhNAh

50:43 Suggestions for feeding a non-working donkey and dry skin

53:09 17 yr-old donkey bloated and top line thin

54:25 Sizing for cinches, do you need two, and do they come with your saddles?

56:49 How hot is hot in the Netherlands?

57:16 Please send in your questions

58:06 August 3rd Steve will be 70 years-old!

1:01:02 July 31st Dave will be 37!

1:03:10 Final look at NEW Cowboy Saddle-To be named

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Hackamores and Bosals, Imprinting, BLM Burro History, Earthquakes, and Anniversaries

Tue, 18 May 2021 11:00:11 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about hackamores and bosals, imprinting young mules, BLM burro history, recent earthquakes, wedding anniversaries and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:29 Steve’s 51st Wedding Anniversary

2:57 Jess driving sheep

5:59 Molly throwing head

-Link to Installing a Bridle on Ear Shy Mule, https://muleman.co/2XEIs3j

-Link to Humane Twitch and Doctoring Your Mule, https://muleman.co/2I1NXiT

13:02 How to treat mud fever?

-Link to Espana Products, https://muleman.co/2VdMAlt

14:53 Will abuse determine how a mule responds later?

18:40 Ear Shy Mule

19:42 BLM Burro History

21:21 New rider needs to establish leadership in the saddle

-Link to Establishing Leadership Video Series, https://muleman.co/2UWK1UF

26:25 Dry spots over fat pads on mule

29:51 Two-month-old John biting and kicking

31:08 Dave’s earthquake experience

33:27 Soy pellets for mules

35:33 Making your own feed for mules and donkeys

-Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

30:09 Salt blocks for mules and donkeys

41:02 Proper length for front cinch

43:00 What to do when a mule gets bit by a rattlesnake or bat on the nose?

45:44 Hackamores and Bosals

47:23 Halter position for mules versus horses

50:21 Donkey Foundation work good for mules?

53:44 Yolanda’s mule feed

56:49 Liquid benadryl for snake bites

58:23 Comparable feeds

59:49 Come-A-Long Hitch for horses

-Link to Come-A-Long rope, https://muleman.co/2HxQwHX

1:00:56 Training young versus old mules

1:02:18 Teaching mule to trot in hand

1:03:52 Hauling mules

1:04:32 First steps with a 7-week old mule

-Link to Imprint Training, https://muleman.co/2JCQvDT

1:06:44 Check out Steve’s podcast, https://muleman.co/2S8snNh

1:08:40 Dave’s 13th Wedding Anniversary

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Conway Buckles, Beta Britchen, The 3-6-9-12 Method for Building Foundation, and Much More

Tue, 11 May 2021 12:00:08 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Conway Buckles, Beta Britchen, the 3-6-9-12 Method for Building Foundation and A Whole Lot More!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:18 Conway Buckles are hard

0:58 Ask Questions

3:32 Grain for elderly donkeys

6:41 Eric Parmer Mule and Donkey Clinic, July 27-28

9:23 Right way to use Conway Buckles

- Link to Beta Britchen, https://muleman.co/2HfQ5UQ

- Link to Sitting on the Neck of My Mule (Do not use cruppers), https://muleman.co/2L6tM6a

16:09 QVMR Custom Knife and Sheath

16:36 Timothy hay cubes for elderly mules and donkeys

17:21 Kids mule saddles

19:05 Riding first mule after knee replacement

19:54 Horse halter for mule

- Link to Come-A-Long Rope, https://muleman.co/2HxQwHX

21:59 3,6,9,12 for building foundation

- Link for Ground Foundation Training, https://muleman.co/2vHSGPJ

25:55 Mule habits change and problems come up

27:17 Welcome to Ask Steve and thank you for staying during technical difficulties

29:18 Molly better after following Steve’s advice

29:39 Feeding schedules and Jack doesn’t like men

- Link to Doctoring Your Mule, https://muleman.co/2VzsKAD

- Link to Picking Up the Rear Foot, https://muleman.co/2TYuyqO

36:57 Explain Rope Halter, Come-A-Long Hitch, and Rope around the rear

- Link to Establishing Leadership, https://muleman.co/2UWK1UF

43:25 Single girth bareback mule pad

44:39 What is cantering (loping)?

46:04 Mule pacing in pen

- Link to Mule Rider’s Martingale, https://muleman.co/2vi1Wdd

- Link to Surcingle, https://muleman.co/2UbVjY9

47:44 Mare doesn’t like mule

49:00 Woodbury Fire 2019 and Need for 2 new engines for the Queen Valley Fire Department

52:44 Mammoth Riding Donkey Pointers

55:26 Back to Conway Buckles

- Link to Donkey Saddle Foundation Video, https://muleman.co/2w9l1yo

58:06 New QVMR Knife and Sheath

1:01:53 Thank you and Happy 4th of July!

Follow Queen Valley Mule Ranch

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Mules Built America, Nervous Mules, Establishing Leadership, Friends or Foes- Part A

Wed, 05 May 2021 20:59:18 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Mules Building America, Nervous Mules, Establishing Leadership, Mules as Friends or Foes and A Whole Lot More! This is Part A (For Part B click https://muleman.co/2NrNYkW )

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

1:32 How do you correct a pushy mule?

8:13 Steve’s hat this week

10:43 Mule pacing and pawing

16:35 Mules built America

19:02 Basics of mule and horse differences

25:12 Does ‘ask, tell, demand’ work with horses too?

26:29 Can a horse trainer train a mule?

29:02 Nervous mule

31:52 Bolting Mule

34:10 Taking Mules to Water When Hiking/Camping

37:31 Mule Ground Foundation Kit work with donkey?

-Link to Mule Ground Foundation Kit, https://muleman.co/2VieHQg

-Link to Don’t Create an Ass from Hell, https://muleman.co/30c9qMl

40:23 How much granulated salt per day when hiking/camping with mules?

43:46 Molly spinning and kicking near mares

-Link to Establishing Leadership, https://muleman.co/2JbpRTD

-Link to Natural Horsemanship Explained, https://muleman.co/2FNcmHu

51:01 Mules buddying with mares

52:50 Mule refusing direction

-Link to Tom Dorrance, True Unity, https://muleman.co/2xv5b2i

57:08 Steve’s Pack Saddle

-Link to Adjustable Pack Saddles, https://muleman.co/328k7kU

58:17 How to start training mules to pack

-Link yo Basics of Packing Videos, https://muleman.co/2RS2e4U

1:00:02 Left hoof left too long causing pain

1:01:38 Mule asking for attention

1:02:12 Mule panics and runs, slow lead on 1 yr-old

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Special Program Opening, Mule Nutrition, Best Saddles, When to Start Riding

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 13:00:08 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about his Special Program, Mule Nutrition, Best Saddles for packing and for Australians, when to start a mule, and A Whole Lot More!

Click 'show more' to see the minute marker for each question so you can get right to the topic you're most interested in!

Please leave a comment below letting us know what you think about the video, and be sure to subscribe to our channel before you go!

Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome back to Ask Steve

4:02 Start and finish mule in hackamore

7:53 Feed for a pregnant mule

9:25 Nutrition for overweight donkey

-Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

-Link to Feed Talk, https://muleman.co/2DoBjIb

13:06 Update: Mule stopped rearing during shoeing with Come-A-Long Rope

14:25 What age can you ride a young mule?

-Link to The Importance of Conditioning for Mules and Donkeys, https://muleman.co/2Xq6T3A

15:41 Feed for foal/colt to promote the best growth

17:13 Decker Pack Saddle for high country elk hunting

-Link to Steve’s first podcast, https://muleman.co/2Kseh8x

22:24 Low sugar feed and chemical free supplements for mules

25:10 Riding mule with contracted hooves

27:20 The mule dog and pony show

33:00 Age for beginning a mammoth jack

34:15 Chains and straps for pawing

36:55 Saddle pad and saddle slipping on long ride

38:38 Aussie or McClellan saddles for mules

40:18 Best halter to lead a pack mule

-Link to Rope Halter, https://muleman.co/2WVTVX2

41:45 Regain confidence after knee surgery

43:22 Starting a young mule

45:07 Are hinnies as good as mules

46:46 Feedback on Aussie Saddles versus Steve Edwards Saddles

48:14 Donkey running away

-Link to Come-A-Long Rope, https://muleman.co/2HxQwHX

52:08 Where do mules get their color?

53:30 Tail detangler

-Link to Espana Silk, https://muleman.co/2IGZCUS

56:36 Mule won’t stand for bridling

59:12 Steve’s Hat and hat colors

1:01:34 Come-A-Long Coffee- Ask, Tell, Demand

-Link to Come-A-Long Coffee, https://muleman.co/2ZvnWz5

1:02:48 Steve’s dog, Jess

1:03:27 Feed for gaining weight without attitude

1:05:19 Thanks for joining us! Visit our website, https://muleman.co/2LFJLcB

1:07:14 Special Program

-Sign Up for our newsletter to know more, http://muleman.co/2CU0uDr

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Steve’s First Mule Casper, Hot Rods and BBQ, Fly Masks, Bucking Mules

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 13:00:09 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about his first mule Casper, Hot Rods and BBQ, fly masks, bucking mules, and A Whole Lot More!

Click 'show more' to see the minute marker for each question so you can get right to the topic you're most interested in!

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Find Steve on Facebook and hang out on his future live streaming videos! https://www.facebook.com/muleranch

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:38 Steve’s 1949 Mercury

5:42 Fat mule walking fence

8:05 Tips for adding mule to farm

10:20 Recommended DVD to start with Mammoth Jennies

- Link to Mule Ground Foundation Starter Kit, https://muleman.co/2VMpndH

12:38 67 - Am I too old to ride?

15:37 73 - Am I too old to ride?

16:13 How often to worm a mule? (78 and still riding)

- Link to humane twitch, https://muleman.co/2I1NXiT

20:37 Train a mule with a bossel?

21:42 Teach a 20-year old mule to lay down to mount.

23:02 Is a mule ever too old to train?

23:59 Feed to help a mule shed

24:58 How to acclimate a new mule to the farm

- Link to Welcome Home Mr. Mule, https://muleman.co/2W1Stmf

27:04 Mule cow-kicks when working near the hip

- Link to Come-A-Long Rope, https://muleman.co/2HxQwHX

28:01 Adding a chinstrap to martingale?

30:29 Use Come-A-Long rope to apply fly spray

31:04 How often to float mule’s teeth?

31:59 Founder in hoof (one grows faster than others)

36:01 What to do when a mule bucks

37:20 Yolanda (Netherlands) placed at competition.

37:52 How to desensitize a mule to other traffic

39:34 Using britchen and crouper compared to belt and suspenders

41:56 Mule kicking at gate

43:10 Steve’s Hot Rod Shirt

44:52 Steve’s favorite mule Casper

- Link to podcast’s 1st episode where Steve talks about Casper and how he started with mules, http://podcast.muleranch.com/

46:22 Good fly mask for mules

49:00 Molly balks when asked to leave on her own

49:46 Martingale for mountain riding in heavy brush

50:32 Horse trainer transitioning to mule trainer

53:10 Mule bonded to Shetland ponies

53:47 Tie leg up to get Molly to allow rear leg to be lifted?

54:23 Next week is a vacation week - watch for a special announcement when we return the following week.

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Steve’s Recent Wreck, Recovering after Bear Scare, Drinking Pond Water, Hoof Care

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 13:00:07 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Steve’s recent wreck, recovering after bear scare, drinking pond water, hoof care, and A Whole Lot More!

Click 'show more' to see the minute marker for each question so you can get right to the topic you're most interested in!

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0:00 Welcome and Happy Memorial Day Week

0:30 Steve’s wreck

8:29 Mule braces before moving

- Link to podcast, http://podcast.muleranch.com/

12:20 How to doctor a rope burn

14:36 Cribbing wooden fences

17:40 Frustrated with lack of results when training

20:28 Patchy shedding

22:15 Recovering after bear scare

24:48 Hoof crumbling

26:37 Mule and donkey diet to prevent foundering

- Link to Mule’s Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

- Link to Free Feed and Nutrition Video, http://muleman.co/2EJKyEP

29:54 3 yr old mule with crooked legs

30:49 Free Mule Saddle Course Coming Soon

- Link to be notified when course is live, https://hello.muleranch.com/new-video...

32:00 Order of training a mule

36:17 Stopping young mule from turning butt towards people

37:50 Mule that bolts

- Link to Ground Foundation Kit, https://muleman.co/2VMpndH

- Link to Mule Doesn’t want to pick up hoof, https://muleman.co/2TYuyqO

38:55 Runaway mules

- Link to Mule Rider’s Martingale, https://muleman.co/2vi1Wdd

41:07 How to get in control of the ride

46:07 Best stall design for East Texas

47:54 Donkeys drinking pond water in hot summer

49:12 Mule with disability still works well

52:19 Origin of Come-A-Long Hitch and Rope

- Link to Come-A-Long Install video, https://muleman.co/2vRZSbI

55:08 Should a donkey hoof be trimmed differently than a horse?

- Link to Basics of Shoeing Your Mule and Donkey, http://muleman.co/2BjWr1W

56:49 Keeping shoes on year-round?

57:36 Letting the beta-bridle and bit hang

59:39 12 yr old needs twitching to trim hooves

1:02:32 Steve missed branding calves

- Link to Come-A-Long coffee, https://muleman.co/2ZvnWz5

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Mule Coats & Weather Changes, Trailering Mules, Progression of Ground Work

Tue, 26 May 2020 13:00:13 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Mule coats and weather changes, trailering mules, progression of ground work, an upcoming FREE training course and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

5:28 How to get a mule to turn smooth circles?

14:48 Should you blanket mules without winter coats?

16:31 How to reestablish leadership with mules?

-Link to Getting your Mules to Trust You and Come to You When Out at Pasture, https://muleman.co/2HJ4JU1

18:50 Mules and weather changes

19:51 Bits for all-around use

-Link to Mule Bits Everything You Need to Know, https://muleman.co/2Hi2HK9

-Link to Steve’s Trail Rider Bit, https://muleman.co/2Mek2bi

23:28 How long can you trailer tie a mule?

25:58 How to get the Come-A-Long Rope on my mule?

-Link to How to install the rope halter-Come-A-Long Rope, https://muleman.co/2wvUbAV

30:17 Working with older mule with uncertain past training

-Link to thoughts on you and experienced mules, https://muleman.co/2K8q8aE

-Link to Foundation Colt Starting, https://muleman.co/2MdGZLX

-Link to After the Wreck, https://muleman.co/2Mh1vLK

-Link to Can a Horse Trainer Train a Mule, https://muleman.co/2VVEXje

34:36 Myler bit and nose pressure

36:53 Saddle and packing gear for mini donkey

39:35 Why Does Center Fire Rigging Not Work Well?

42:48 Sign Up for Mailing List Now

-Announcement: FREE 13 Video Training Course Coming!

45:02 Mule not comfortable working over 100 heads of cattle

46:59 How much progress should you see with a yearling’s groundwork

49:20 Send 2 year old mule to Steve for training? (Do you need a professional to train your mule?)

52:23 When a saddle may not be a fit for the rider

56:48 Trailer Overview

-Link to Trailer Loading Video, http://muleman.co/2G2NOYz

-Link to 2nd Trailer Loading Video DVD, https://muleman.co/2EEYlem

1:02:08 How do you respond to the “Why a Mule” question?

1:06:47 How to transition away from whip in round pen?

1:11:30 Mini mule hates new horse mule

1:12:58 Mule feed vs Horse feed

-Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

1:14:44 Donkeys refuse to whoa.

1:18:05 Mule moves at dismount

1:20:37 Herd bound mule

1:22:57 Mule biting and causing bare spots on flank

1:24:01 Is hobbling a mule better than hitching to trailer to stop pawing?

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Pack Saddles, Pack Weight, Stringing Mules Together, and Imprinting Baby Mules

Tue, 19 May 2020 06:00:16 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about pack saddles, imprinting a baby mule, pack weight, stringing mules together, and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 Welcome

0:26 Special Guests Di and David from AU

6:01 Yearling Pony Rope Halter

8:05 Barn and Buddy Sour Mule

13:50 Mule Saddle Trees

21:04 Mule Days

- Link Packing Video, https://muleman.co/2w2V3Ny

- Link Steve Talking about World Championships, https://muleman.co/2HuoAVG

26:50 Body language Towards a Mule

30:18 How to Tie Mule Team Close Together

34:58 Leading Pack Sting-Neck Reining or Bit and Bridle?

37:17 Do you Need a Professional Trainer to Work with A New Animal?

39:28 What Does Imprinting Mean?

40:57 How to Spend Time with a Baby Mule

45:56 Is It Harder to Teach a Mule to Drive or Ride?

49:08 Donkey Pack Saddles-Sawbuck or Decker?

52:00 Packing Weight for Long-Distance Feed

56:39 Correcting a Kicking Yearling

- Link to Bernie Crossing the US with Steve’s Equipment, https://muleman.co/2JNhVsa

58:44 Problems Worming a Mule

- Link to Come-A-Long Rope, https://muleman.co/2KX2EY8

- Link to Doctoring Your Mule Twitch, https://muleman.co/2VzsKAD

1:06:19 Start with Halter or Side Pull?

1:12:17 Aussie Mule and Donkey Show Judging March 7-8, 2020

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Saddle Shy Riders, Cleaning Ear Wax, Traces and Tugs

Tue, 12 May 2020 06:00:19 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Saddle Shy Riders, Cleaning Ear Wax, Traces and Tugs and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 Welcome

0:12 Update on Steve’s Stitches

0:36 Update on the Hoosier Festival

7:08 What are Traces? What are Tugs?

9:46 How to Find Halters for Minis/Mammoths

11:13 What Size Saddle for Mules/Donkeys?

13:46 Why Is Steve and Dave Going to Veil, AZ?

16:29 Saddle Shy after Being Thrown Off Mule (Problem with Slipping Cinches)

18:50 How Long Should Cinches be on Mule’s Belly?

20:58 Best Rear Cinch and How Tight?

22:39 Down Hair During the Summer

23:29 Tips on Cleaning Ear Wax on Mules

25:14 Whole Oats vs Varis Rolled Oats

26:26 How to Protect Mule Legs from Cactus Spines?

28:46 Best Beginner’s Bit for Young Mule

- Link to Everything you Need to Know About Bits, https://muleman.co/2Hi2HK9

- Link to Mule Rider’s Martingale, https://muleman.co/2JFqCVm

32:41 What’s Harder on a Mule- Pulling or Riding?

33:37 What are Shoeing Stocks and Should They Be Used?

35:59 Steve’s Cup

36:21 Steve’s Mule Wreck Story and Lesson Learned

38:33 How to Produce Free Shoulders When Breeding for English Riding

41:20 Easy Ways to Adjust Knots on Rope Halter

- Link to Adjusting the Rope Halter, https://muleman.co/2WOX5g1

43:30 Mule Fussing with Bit but Teeth are Already Floated

46:39 How to Get Mule to Accept Bridle

30:59 How to Bond with and Ride a Semi-Retired Mule

- Link to Ground Foundation Kit, https://muleman.co/301RJ2N

- Link to Mule’s Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

51:54 Snaffle Bit

54:07 What Bit do You Recommend?

56:00 Pliers to Loosen Knots

57:15 Is a Mule a Good Starting Ride for Kids?

59:06 Tying Tail Hair to Saddle String

1:00:15 Making Adjustments Based on Experience

1:04:15 Does Mule’s Learn From Being Ponied

- Link to Should I Pony a Shy Mule? https://muleman.co/2W3OUz2

1:05:20 More on Tying the Tail Hair

1:06:00 Is Steve Taking Apprentices?

1:06:27 Donkey Will Not Follow a Woman

1:07:55 Bishop Mule Days and Other Mule Days

- Link to Bishop Mule Days Review, https://muleman.co/2II2KB3

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Understanding Bridles and Bits, Hobbles, More on Hoofs, and Permanent RVing with Mules

Tue, 05 May 2020 06:00:27 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about bridles and bits, how to hobble your mule, hoof care, permanent RVing with mules with the laws of Arizona and a whole lot more!

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0:00 Steve’s 14 Stitches

1:00 Hoosier Horse Fair

- Link to Hoosier Horse Fair Bio, https://muleman.co/2VNVhX3

2:27 Welcome to Ask Steve

6:37 Mule Whose Foot Shy

- Link to When You Have Trouble Picking Up the Rear Foot, https://muleman.co/2TYuyqO

- Link to Ground Foundation Starter Kit, https://muleman.co/2VMpndH

10:50 Hormonal Molly Mule

- Link to Steve’s Feed video, https://muleman.co/2H7rAs3

- Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

15:00 Natural Treatment of Mule COPD

16:01 Mule Doesn’t Want Groomed

17:16 Purpose of a Bridle

24:12 Beta Bridle and Different Bits

26:46 Martingale Bridle for Young or Problem Mules

- Link to Everything You Need to Know About Mule and Donkey Bits, https://muleman.co/2DVn51x

29:34 Adjusting Stirrups for Longer Legs

30:54 Snap over Buckles on the Bridle

33:12 Training for Treats

37:39 Average Port Size on Bit

39:36 Crooked Legs on Young Mule

43:20 Saddle Moving When Mounting

- Link to Queen Valley Mule Ranch Saddle Pads, https://muleman.co/2Gdn62S

- Link to Can Your Saddle Do This?, https://muleman.co/2J6mMFC

49:48 Contracted Heels on Unshod Mules

52:38 Breeding Out of Thoroughbred Mares

53:50 Mule Dominance Over Horse

55:50 Transitioning Bits

58:07 Thoughts on Quarter Horse Mule

59:29 Ideal Mule Height for 6’2” Man

1:01:06 Pony-Sized Bit for Mule

1:03:14 Hoof Problems- Genetic vs Environment

1:04:58 Hoof Myth and Trimming

1:06:22 Permanent RVing with Mules

1:08:33 Nerve Damage in the Mouth

1:10:36 Difference between Stirrup, Over-Shoe Stirrup, and Tap

1:15:07 The Surcingle

- Link to Mule Riders Martingale, https://muleman.co/2DTVRbz

1:21:51 Hobbles- What Are They and Why Are They Needed?

- Link to Wait Here, https://muleman.co/2V4QKLr

1:23:45 Fire Department Updates

1:27:30 Handmade Horsehair Hat Bands from Prison Ministry

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Rearing Mules, Companion Animals, Using Rope Halters with Bridles

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 06:00:17 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Rearing Mules, Companion Animals, Rope Halters and Bridles, Deworming and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 Herd Leader and Lead Ropes

- Link to Rope Halter Playlist, https://muleman.co/2UB0mO1

1:36 Welcome

2:17 Deworming

- Link to Doctoring Your Mule, https://muleman.co/2VsZ1gx

5:26 Mini Mules

6:46 Founder

- Link to Grass Founder in Mules and Donkeys, https://muleman.co/2XMrqvD

8:10 Mule Pawing

12:00 Mini Donkey Rearing with Come-A-Long Rope

- Link to Mule Ground Foundation Starting Kit, https://muleman.co/2GOmmOh

15:00 Aggressive Behavior from Jack to Jenny

17:00 DABSA

17:40 Companion Animals

21:35 Tobacco as Dewormer

22:19 Getting Animal to Stand Still for Mounting

24:50 Horse Trainer for Mules and Donkeys

- Link to Can a Horse Trainer Train a Mule, https://muleman.co/2WGNTtn

27:38 Clinics in Texas or Oklahoma?

- Link to Host a Clinic, https://muleman.co/2PtyVEI

28:58 False Hoof Walls

30:23 Shoeing and Balance

- Link to Basics of Shoeing Your Mule or Donkey, https://muleman.co/2NaJgV6

32:50 Steve’s Saddles not Mule Saddles

- Link to Mule Saddle-Everything You Need to Know, https://muleman.co/2K5VzEm

34:30 Mule Rearing with Come-A-Long Rope

- Link to Ask, Tell, Demand, https://muleman.co/2vlpBJN

39:26 Time Away from Young Mule in Training

40:50 Tips for Ponying Success

42:55 Riding with Rope Halter and Bridle

45:33 Mule Advocates in Netherlands

46:20 Pros and Cons of 1 & 2 Rig Hip Plates (Breaching)

48:10 Taps versus Stirrups

50:04 How to Work a 2-year old Mule

- Link to Ground Communication Kit,

52:14 1-year old John trying to nurse

53:38 Hoosier Horse Fair and Expo May 3-5

- Link to Hoosier Fair, https://muleman.co/2GEUzDg

55:02 50th Anniversary Mule Days in Bishop, CA May 21-26

- Link to Mule Days, https://muleman.co/2VsZn6R

- Link to review Mule Days, https://muleman.co/2II2KB3

- Link to Original ATV Hat, https://muleman.co/2PCGl8Z

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Conditioning for Endurance Rides, Mule Disposition, Riding after Knee Replacemen

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 06:00:07 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Conditioning for Endurance Rides, Disposition, Knee Replacement and Riding and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 Handgun Training in Nevada

1:23 Steve’s weapons

3:32 Welcome

6:44 White Spots and Overheating

14:54 Updates from S. Africa Mule Owner

16:32 Wolf Teeth and Trail Bits

- Link to Mule Bits- Everything You Need to Know, https://muleman.co/2XG4FtT

18:51 Changing from Horses to Mules

22:15 Buckaroo Hat

23:58 Helping Mule Adjust to All Horse Environment

-Link to Welcome Home Mr. Mule, https://muleman.co/2W1Stmf

26:54 Used Tack

- Link to Mule Saddles - Everything You Need to Know,

32:18 Conditioning for Endurance Rides

35:03 Mule Disposition

36:07 Mules that don’t like to be handled

- Link to Catching Your Mule on Your Terms, https://muleman.co/2Vmv8OW

- Link to Getting Your Mule to Trust You and Catching Them in Pasture, https://muleman.co/2IByisc

44:05 Working Mules

47:08 Mule Feed Check

- Link to Shane and Shane- The Lord is My Salvation (song), https://muleman.co/2IE0Px5

- Link to Feed Talk, https://muleman.co/2DoBjIb

- Link to Mules Can’t Stand Prosperity, https://muleman.co/2IBYEu2

49:42 Bumping Mules - Ask, Tell, Demand

- Link to Martingale, https://muleman.co/2vi1Wdd

- Link to Come-A-Long Coffee, https://muleman.co/2ZvnWz5

51:16 Feeding New Skinny, Wormy Mules

53:34 Adjusting Draft Halters Update

54:07 Change Mule Trail Position

56:46 Flu-Rhino Vaccination

58:24 Will hair grow back? Halters

59:13 Come-A-Long Hitch

- Link to Come-A-Long, https://muleman.co/2KX2EY8

1:00:57 Conditioning Mules for Coon Hunting

1:04:00 Dry Spots

1:04:50 Cell Phone Vibration

1:06:39 Ride Call for VA- Sundance Kid

1:07:20 Knee Replacement and Riding

1:08:24 Missed Questions?

1:08:57 Please Share

1:09:30 Hoosier Festival

1:11:20 Resurrection Mystery Calls Welcome

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Foot and Hoof Care, Adjusting Rope Halters, Lunging, Quick Mule Makeovers

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 06:00:13 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about mule foot and hoof care, adjusting rope halters to fit donkeys, quick mule makeovers, lunging, the Hoosier Horse Fair and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 Welcome to Ask Steve

0:15 Thank You to Listeners for Presents

1:00 Come-A-Long Coffee

- Link to Come-A-Long Coffee, https://www.muleranch.com/product/com...

2:08 Request to Listeners

3:55 Equine Foot and Hoof Care

14:52 Recent Articles on Saddles and Bits

- Link to Mule Bits Article, https://www.muleranch.com/mule-bits-e...

- Link to Mule Saddle Article, https://www.muleranch.com/mule-saddle...

15:18 Cleaning Sheathing on Mules

20:10 Adjusting Rope Halters

-Link to Rope Halter Playlist, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26SlT...

23:40 Mules and Parkinson's Disease

27:25 Mule Makeover Challenge

29:43 What is a Bit Seat?

35:44 What is TMJ?

38:06 Equine and Foxtail

39:16 Hackamores and Mules

42:07 Weaving and Homebound Mules

47:52 Adjusting small halter to fit donkeys

48:40 Mules and Liberty Lunging

52:31 When to start checking Mule teeth

54:23 Hoosier Horse Fair

- Link to Hoosier Horse Fair, https://hoosierhorsefair.org/

- First 50 people to visit Steve at HHF will get a QVMR Canvas Bag and Magic Knife

55:52 Trailer Loading and Unloading

- Link to Trailer Loading DVD, https://www.muleranch.com/product/tra...

- Link to Trailer Loading-How to Successfully Load Your Mule or Donkey, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Drob...

59:00 Blistering to help Locked Patella?

1:00:08 Injured Tongue and Bits

- Link to Mule Bits, https://www.muleranch.com/mule-bits-e...

1:03:13 Thank you for Listener Gifts and Come-A-Long Coffee

- Link to Come-A-Long Coffee, https://www.muleranch.com/product/com...

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Come-A-Long Rope, Help Buying a Mule, Cinch Information, Mule Feeding Program

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 06:00:13 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about Thrush Problems, Steve’s Hat, Mules as Guard Animals, Hoosier Expo and A Whole Lot More!

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0:01 Welcome

3:32 What kind of exercises can be done to lighten up the front end of a 17 year old mule?

9:50 All about the come-a-long rope

12:48 How to wax a come-a-long rope

15:19 Get help buying a mule

16:34 Video/Audio issues

18:59 Video/Audio back up

19:57 Steve talks about today’s hat

21:37 Part 2 of buying a mule

30:07 What to do about thrush

31:20 Slick shoes or grit on them

32:30 Put a mule saddle on a horse

34:46 Cinch information

- Link to a video about getting in a saddle with cinching it, https://muleman.co/2EwY9Lx

39:49 Do mules make excellent guard animals?

42:05 Steve’s Easter

44:05 Feeding program for mules

46:40 Breeding for a gaited mule

50: 10 Do gaited jacks exist over 15 hands?

52:34 What should mule owners do in conjunction with the dental vet?

53:50 How does your lovely wife handle all these mules around you?

55:48 Steps in mule training

58:35 Stifle problems

- Link to mule and donkey ground foundation starting kit, http://muleman.co/2tAJHlb

- Link to come-a-long rope, http://muleman.co/2D11TVH

1:02:46 How often do you plan on doing these live sessions?

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So You Wanna Buy A Mule

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 13:00:18 +0000

Hear from Steve Edwards exactly what you need to look for when purchasing your first or next mule.

Measure for Cinches, Rope Halters, Pen/Corral Training, Cross Fire Rigging

Sun, 05 Apr 2020 15:24:07 +0000

In this episode, Steve Edwards, owner of Queen Valley Mule Ranch in Queen Valley, Arizona takes time to talk about How to Measure for Cinches, Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo, Come-A-Long Rope for Trained Mammoth Donkey, Down Hill Hip, What Is a Gelding Mule?, and A Whole Lot More!

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0:00 It’s Raining at Queen Valley Mule Ranch

1:43 Share This Broadcast

2:22 Steve Shares His Mule Knowledge

5:43 How to Measure for Cinches

11:14 Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo

12:48 Come-A-Long Rope for Trained Mammoth Donkey

16:16 Rope Halters

20:02 Mule Doesn’t Like New Stall

22:41 Pen/Corral Training

27:43 Catching Livestock Guard Donkeys

30:53 What Size Should a Mule be for a Large Guy to Ride?

33:54 Cross Fire Rigging

37:34 Mules From Quarter or Two Eyed Jack Mares

38:53 Down Hill Hip

42:21 What Is a Gelding Mule? How To Stop Him From Kicking

45:42 You Must Be the Herd Leader

45:58 Turn a Big Mule Around in a 10’ Circle

51:14 Start Training Yearling Mule in a Round Pen

53:37 When Can I start Training My Mule for Riding and Driving?

55:04 Pack Donkey Training

57:51 How to Stop Kicking Video

1:01:00 Come-A-Long Coffee Update

1:01:37 Keep Jack Donkey Calm for Ferrier

1:04:55 You Can Train Your Mule

Link - Can a Horse Trainer Train a Mule? Video, https://muleman.co/2WGNTtn

1:08:29 Will a Steve Edward’s Saddle Fit My Mule?

1:12:32 Moving From Hay & Pellets to Just Pellets

1:16:23 Do I Need A Mule Trainer?

1:19:15 Final Thoughts

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