ESTABLISHING MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR N.I. (NEONATALISOERYTHROLYSIS )

Meredith Hodges of Lucky Three Ranch, Loveland, Colorado shares with us Establishing Management Practices for N.I. (Neonatal Isoerythrolysis) 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 clearn communication with your vet.

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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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Driving With Mules and Donkeys - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch

• 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 with children to the eldest grandmother.
• Working on verbal commands and more!

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JUMPING MULES - DONKEYS - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH

Learn how to properly prep your mule or donkey for 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.

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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 - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch

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 more on Mule Talk the podcast.

Meredith Hodges' Books & Videos & BREEDING can be found at www.luckythreeranchstore.com

• EQUINE MANAGEMENT & DONKEY TRAINING - PART #9
• TRAINING MULES & DONKEYS: A LOGICAL APPROACH - Chap. #3& #4
• TRAINING MULES & DONKEYS VIDEO #9
• A GUIDE TO RAISING AND SHOWING MULES
• DONKEY TRAINING

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Donkeys As Livestock Guardians - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch

• 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 Kack or Jenny Donks with Babies.
• Using Herd Dogs to Protect Your Herd and more!!!

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Hauling Mules Long 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!

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