Buyer question
Is a Mule horse good for beginners?
It can be: our Animal Library rates the Mule horse 3 out of 5 for beginners (needs fair handling).
Source: the Mule horse page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Mule horse in the Animal Library
The detail
The hybrid of a donkey father and a horse mother, prized for strength, stamina and sure feet. Mules are smart, cautious and self-protective, and they reward patient, fair handling with loyalty.
- Temperament
- Smart, cautious, loyal
- Best fit
- Trail, packing, experienced
- Trainability
- 4 out of 5 (Smart; remembers rough use)
- Upkeep
- 2 out of 5 (Hardy, efficient)
- Energy
- 3 out of 5 (Tireless worker)
What to weigh
Mules remember rough treatment and can be hard to work with if mishandled. They need handlers and vets who understand donkey-type behavior and drug doses.