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MULE TRAINING Mule Psychology 101:  The Kicking Mule By Cindy K. (McKinnon) Roberts Young mules respond differently to training. They are so insecure and impressionable during their  early years.  This is why you want to train them right, the first time.    Mule babies, spend a lot of time with the horse mare. They easily pick up her habits, whether they are  bad.... or good. A horse generally has a sense of nervousness about him, that is easily passed on to the mule colt.  Unfortunately, kicking behaviors one of those nervous habits.    Mule colts will go through a phase of kicking while having fun with their pasture mates.  But, never should this type of behavior be allowed towards the handler.  When approaching the young mule, always take a treat and in insist that he face you. Reward him for coming to you.  This is a lesson worth doing, that will pay off later.    Next, tie the youngster with a strong halter lead to a  solid and secure snubbing post or to a hitching  post with height. Some mule colts are very insecure and for that reason you would benefit to having a  partner assist you.  Have your assistant talk to the young mule and reward with food while you caress  his body and legs. Attempt to hold up one foot, a little bit at a time.  Reward and give praise.  READ THE ENTIRE ARTICLE AND MORE IN ANSWERS TO YOUR MULE QUESTIONS. Warning!  Under Missouri law, an equine professional is not liable for an injury to or the death of a participant in equine activities resulting from the inherent risks of equine activities pursuant to the Revised Statutes of Missouri. Your participation in training your own mule or horse by following the advice given in this column and throughout Every Cowgirl's Dream web site is a risk that may result in permanent disability and even death to you and/or your animal.  Advice in this column is given through 20 plus years of professional and private mule training experience.  The unique personality of your animal and the individual reader's skill level will vary greatly.  This column is not a substitute for a qualified mule trainer in your area.  Always utilize a professional and knowledgeable trainer to assist you.  The author asks each reader to evaluate his or her skill level, athletic ability and mule sense prior to attempting any training technique.

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