The Surcingle is a wonderful training tool — it helps you train the mule to respect the halter / bridle and teaches them to frame themselves up when moving forward. The surcingle is the perfect tool for softening your animal — in a way that is natural to them.
We’re not doing lateral flexions, we’re not disengaging the hindquarters — what we’re doing is teaching them to listen to the halter / bridle using natural movement.
This training is vital before you get in the saddle because it teaches them to respect the halter / bridle communication — and when you get in the saddle, you’ll be able to communicate and in that way riding is much safer (though, riding is by nature always dangerous).
In this video Steve Edwards from Queen Valley Mule Ranch will show you, in real time, how to use the surcingle to lead your mule (or donkey). Watch him build a foundation and then go out and try it yourself!
ABOUT STEVE’S SURCINGLE
Curious about what surcingle Steve uses? Here is what you need to know
Surcingle is sold by itself
The band is about 3” wide
The length is approximately 2 ½’ long
Beta is used across the top
Wool is used on the inside, fitting against the animal
You will need a cinch to connect the surcingle under the belly.
You can use any size cinch you want — whatever allows for the proper fit against the animal.
Learn more about the surcingle used in the video here, https://muleman.co/2mskYwZ
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