402. General Rules

General Mule Performance Rules for specific classes shall be followed except for the following:

1. All donkeys, regardless of size, are eligible.
   1. Jacks must be handled, ridden, or driven by adult (18 years and over). Absolutely no youth may show or handle a jack at an AMA approved show.
   2. Any unruly donkey of any sex will be excused from the arena at the judge’s discretion.
2. Donkeys of any age or training may be ridden with two hands in any approved snaffle, bosal or shanked bit. Once an exhibitor has committed to riding one handed in an event, they shall not change to two handed riding or risk penalty at the discretion of the judge.
   1. English or Western equipment and attire may be used in donkey pleasure classes and donkey trail classes.
   2. Judged more on manners, response to rider, and smoothness and pleasure of ride than if donkey performs the ideal “English” or “Western” gait unless class is split into English and Western.
   3. Appropriate attire and equipment must be used according to class entered.
   4. See specific class requirements in the corresponding Mule Divisions.