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Mule breeding in the 21st century
Comprehensive overview – Breeding, trade, and relationships with mules in France and around the world Angèle Dequesne lors de sa présentation aux Assises du Mulet le 17/10/2025 1. Study and Observation As a third-year doctoral student in sociology, I am working on the relationships of engagement between breeders and working equines. At the Écuries d’Oz (Erika Pons), I observed the complete reproductive cycle of mules, the care of newborns, and the dynamics of supply and deman
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Nov 193 min read


Jean Poitevin and Mario
A life of complicity The walk to Compostela was difficult, and the weight of my backpack was crushing my injured collarbone. "I really need a donkey to carry me!" On my way back home, I stopped in Viennay, near Parthenay, at my friend Yves's place. Yves is a leading expert on Poitou draft horses and a friend of Thierry, the current president of the National Association of Poitou Mule Breeds. "But Jean!" he exclaimed, "it's not a donkey you need, but a mule, and with a name li
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Nov 154 min read


The Mulet Conference #2
Here we are again for a short debriefing after four days spent in Inner Mulardie—by which we mean the oldest, most traditional, and most historically rich geographical area… More great reunions, new encounters, and wonderful transitions from virtual to real-life: we love these moments! Mule Qui Peut spoke first to introduce the association, but also to introduce the small world of recreational mules, still largely unknown to the giants of the mule tradition. Throughout the di
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Oct 202 min read


USE AND TRAINING OF MULES
Olivier Courthiade, “Mule School at the Méras Farm” President of the National Federation of Donkey and Mule Breeding Thanks to Olivier Couthiade for sharing this text, a testament to another era and a wonderful field experience. Methods and approaches have evolved, but these memories remain precious: they tell the story, passion, and expertise of the muleteers of yesterday, who paved the way for those of today. My equestrian career began at a very young age at the Jardin des
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Oct 159 min read


Theory vs experience: a debate always relevant
Following a discussion with Chatgpt about animal abuse, obviousness returned to me: the border between theory and experience is sometimes...
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Oct 52 min read


Bob Smith's visit to France – A successful collective adventure
Bob et Latigo des grandes Z'Oreilles Bob Smith's arrival in France is a fine example of collective and associative success, fully in...
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Sep 153 min read


Exploring Mule Births in France
Muleton de l'élevage des Grandes Z'oreilles As part of the Mulet Conference, the Mule qui Peut association was asked if we had any idea...
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Sep 153 min read


Finale ChaLenge Muletier and 4 days in Mulardie
The 2025 Mule Race in the Vallée des Cerfs A real challenge... The kind of situation that sometimes makes you want to give up everything....
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Sep 94 min read


Four-Day Program in Mulardie
Thursday, August 28 & Friday, August 29 Workshop with Bob Smith Only 1 spot remains for August 28. Two days of learning and sharing with ...
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Aug 192 min read


Logistics 4 days in mulardie
The 4 days in mulardie From August 28 to 31, 2025, go to the Vallée aux Cerfs (86) for a unique event around the mules: internship, final...
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Jul 232 min read


The Pega Donkeys from Les Belles Bourriques du Pont-Loup
Diferenciado Why the PEGA donkey ???? To make a mule, you need a mare and a donkey. In France we have a beautiful Mulassière tradition...
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Jun 293 min read


Muleter Challenge - April and May
The months of April and May were treacherous for our trainers. No dropouts, but forced breaks. It's true that a lot can happen in a...
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Jun 183 min read


Memoirs of Mules
This somewhat unusual post is a living database dedicated to the history of the mule, in France and elsewhere. You'll find PDF documents...
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May 141 min read


Maeva and her bardotte
Maeva De Hemricourt: a journey in a backpack to achieve your dreams, that's not common! At 19, Maeva De Hemricourt chose to dedicate her...
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May 142 min read


Mule Qui Peut
Who are we? Founded in October 2023 by enthusiasts committed to the recreational use of mules, the Mule Qui Peut association is the first...
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May 143 min read


Introduction to Esperanto human mule
A survival communication Equines and other mammals living in groups have developed their own communication, a subtle, silent way of...
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May 33 min read


The Mulinade 2025
On April 19, 20 and 21, 2025, in Giriviller, a small village of 71 inhabitants, the Easter Mulinade was held: meetings around the mule......
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Apr 263 min read


Elise, cowgirl of the Americas…to Italy, and Morgan
We made a wonderful discovery while traipsing around Mulardie, so we'll let her speak for herself: I should have hated mules. When I was...
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Apr 234 min read


5 days in Mulardie: Mule Driver Challenge, training course and competition
How to spend the end of your vacation, or extend your vacation with a short stay in Vienne? When is it: From 08/28 to 08/31 Where is it: ...
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Apr 232 min read


Muriel Herion
This text is based on several reflections by Muriel Herion. Muriel has been working with mules for over 15 years. She founded a mule...
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Apr 93 min read
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