242. Ranch Pleasure

  1. Mules to be shown at walk, jog and lope both directions of arena. The Judge must ask for an extended jog and lope in at least one direction.
  2. A mule will be given credit for traveling with its head held in a normal position, ears alert, and moving at a natural speed for the gait requested
  3. The purpose of Ranch Mule Pleasure should reflect the versatility, attitude, and movement of a working mule.
    1. The mule’s performance should simulate a mule riding outside the confines of an arena and that of a working ranch mule.
    2. This class should show the mule’s ability to work at a forward, working speed while under control by the rider.
    3. Light contact should be rewarded, and mule should not be shown on a loose draping rein.
  4. The overall manners and responsiveness of the mule while performing and the mule’s quality of movement are the primary considerations.