The Mule Companion: A Guide to Understanding the Mule [Paperback]

Cynthia Attar (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 30, 1998

The Mule Companion is an excellent primer for folks on the basics of mules, along with indepth study of why those mules do what they do. Understanding their ancestry will help to figure out those mule idiosyncrasies. This book is rich with effective training techniques for solving common mule problems. Book talks of mules past, mules present, and full color insert on determining the color of mules, fitting tack on mules, breeding for, buy of, caring for and more.

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About the Author

Cynthia Attar, The Mule Lady, is more than a mule trainer, she is able to create a working partnership with the mule through communication, respect, understanding and clarity. Cynthia gets amazing results without force, fear or pain and helps others to do the same.

Product Details

• Paperback: 188 pages
• Publisher: Partner Communications; 3rd edition (November 30, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965177610
• ISBN-13: 978-0965177610
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,222,963 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Cynthia Attar lives a humble, peaceful life with her animal friends in the middle of nowhere, the desert of Central Washington. Among other things, Cynthia is a writer. Yet, not one to write just to please others, Cynthia writes primarily to share her unique information, thoughts, and experiences with the world. Her writing springs from the love of animals, and unfolds to those of a more spiritual intent.

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars informative, easy to read, May 31, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Mule Companion: A Guide to Understanding the Mule (Paperback)

This is a good book, full of information and easy to read. A reader new to mules will find straight answers to basic questions along with background on our shared history with these animals. There is some discussion on the variety of ways the modern mule is used. There are excellent suggestions and specific points to consider when buying mules, including where to find them and how to look at the mules you find. There is information about properly fitting saddle, bridle and harness, as well as caring for the mule in general, including the potential relationships with other animals on your place. The latter part of the book deals with training, solving behavior problems, and understanding mule psychology, and some of the ways mules are different from horses to work with. These issues are covered in some detail. Although the book is not long, and the reader serious about mules will want additional resources, it is full of information in a broad range, with details and specifics to make it substantial. I like it because it satisfies my need now as a soon-to-be mule owner with horse experience, and it promises to be useful as a reference for years to come. I'm very glad to have it in my library.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Longear Rookie, February 20, 2002

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Mary Jo Reynolds (Enon Valley, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mule Companion: A Guide to Understanding the Mule (Paperback)

My husband and I just purchased our first pair of mules. He has never ridden and I haven't ridden in 30 years and then only horses. After only having them for a few days, we both realized we were going to need some help understanding them. This book was most helpful and informative in a simple, down to earth manner. It was written in a way that the "rookie" mule owner could relate while still teaching the veteran owner.(I bought a copy for our friends from whom we had bought the mules and they loved it.) I'd definately recommend it as "required reading" for anyone contemplating teaming up with one of these wonderful animals.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very interesting!, February 22, 2003

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Mule Companion: A Guide to Understanding the Mule (Paperback)

I don't have any mules, but I really wish I did. I love mules, horses, and donkeys. This book had very neat facts and storys about mules and the equine family. I especially liked the story about the endurance riding. I was amazed at how strong mules are and how long they can live. The 20 Mule Team Borax story was true! The book also tells you how to care for mules and how to choose your mule. It's a great book. Definitely read it!