More Interesting Facts About Mules

Mules do come in a great variety of sizes and colors from miniature to draft size. This makes them very versatile for a number of tasks. Draft mules are the product of a horse mare crossed with a mammoth jack donkey. I saw a mule recently at Mule Day with the Appaloosa pattern. Donkey's coloring may exhibit a lighter colored muzzle, and this shows up in some mules as well.

George Washington really appreciated the qualities of mules and is said to have been the first breeder of mules.

Mules excel in the sport of racing, especially for short distances. This is because of their strength and stamina.

Black Ruby, was a racing mule that won over 50 races before her retirement in 2008.

The American Mule Museum is an organization dedicated to telling “the story of the contributions of the unsung hero, the mule.” Fundraising is currently underway to build a museum in Bishop, Calif.

Columbia, TN and Bishop, CA are both well known for Mules. They are highly respected animals.

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