[J-L]

I think mules have some good points. I do believe they are a good draft animal. I’ve had both and am using mules at this time. My main gripe with draft horses is their feet. Real rocky in Wyoming where I live and tough on feet. I’ve yet to shoe these mules and only have to trim them rarely. The other plus for me is their size. 1400 lb animals is all I need. If I need more power I just put another one on. They are also thrifty on feed.
They have downsides also. If you put one in a bind or hurt him, he’ll remember it for a long time. Also seem like they take a little more repetition to learn. Once they have it figured out, its there for good. Problem is, this includes bad habits.
I’ve messed with mules a little less than horses, about 10 years. I’m still not sure which I like better. Sorry, no help.

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