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Pick the Bit Your Mule Will Pack

Skip the Fight, Fix Behavior, Ride Happy

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Folks, I’m going to say something that might surprise you…

That bit you bought at the tack shop? It’s probably making everything worse.

I’m talking about those “mule and donkey bits” with the chainsaw blade on one side… the pretty engraved shanks that caught your eye… the smooth snaffle the clerk swore would be “gentle” on your animal… and yes, even the fancy correctional mouthpiece from a big-name brand that wasn’t designed with a mule’s palate in mind.

💥 “Just use a horse bit — they’re all the same.”
💥 “A smooth snaffle is gentler than a twisted wire.”
💥 “Create one wrinkle at the corner of the mouth.”
💥 “You need shanks for control.”
💥 “That gag bit will finally stop your runaway problem.”

Partner, those are myths — and they’re destroying mules’ mouths and putting riders in danger every single day. I’ve seen the split tongues. I’ve seen the runaways. I’ve seen good people get hurt because they trusted the wrong advice.

And here’s the worst part…

These myths are tricking good-hearted folks like you into thinking you’re doing right by your animal — when really, you’re creating the very problems you’re trying to solve.

Your mule’s head goes up. Your donkey’s nose sticks out. The mouth gaps. Your once-willing animal fights you every ride. You’re left frustrated. Confused. Guessing.

They’re left frustrated. Confused. Guessing.

Let’s set the record straight once and for all: “The mule, the donkey is not a horse. Use a horse bit — and you’re setting yourself up for a wreck.”

That’s why I’m hosting this live online clinic — and you’re invited.

During this 60-minute online event, you’ll learn:
✅ Why horse bits don’t work on mules or donkeys (and what to use instead) 
✅ The training bit vs. finished bit — and when to make the switch 
✅ How to let your mule “pack” the bit where HE wants it (not where you force it) 
✅ The dangerous bits that cause runaways — and how to spot them 
✅ Foundation training that makes every bit work better

“I love this bit. More importantly, my mules seem to love this bit. They easily take the bit and carry it calmly. They respond to the slightest touch of the rein. I wish I had found this bit years ago.” — Kevin Boucher

When you saddle up, you won’t be left wondering if you picked the right bit or why your mule or your donkey is acting up. You’ll know. And because you know, you’ll have the confidence to communicate clearly, fix problems quickly, and finally enjoy the soft, willing mule you’ve been wanting.

No more guessing. No more fighting. Just clear steps that work — and the confidence to use them.

Register now — it’s free, and your mule will thank you for it.

“I’m not sugarcoating anything. I care too much about mules and donkeys — and the folks who ride them — to sit back while people follow dangerous advice handed out as ‘conventional wisdom.'”

Steve Edwards

Queen Valley Mule Ranch

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Steven Edwards is a passionate mule trainer and mentor with over four decades of experience in ranching, packing, and working with mules across the world. He has dedicated his life to understanding and educating others about the unique qualities and abilities of mules and donkeys, dispelling common misconceptions along the way. Steve’s expertise has been sought after by national parks, forests, and zoos, and he has been instrumental in establishing the first Mule Training Apprenticeship Program in an American college. Today, Steve shares his knowledge and passion, teaching people how to effectively communicate with and train mules for various purposes, fostering a deeper appreciation for these intelligent and sure-footed animals.

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Join us Live on Wednesday, October 29
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Pick the Bit Your Mule Will Pack

Skip the Fight, Fix Behavior, Ride Happy

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