The Ultimate Stubborn Showdown: Donkey vs. Horse | Training Trick

[@sherrymathews1958]

I saw this donkey colt trick 40 yrs ago and I was amazed at how quickly it worked😅

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

hat’s awesome, Sherry! It’s amazing how such a simple trick can work so quickly. It’s great to hear it made an impression on you 40 years ago! 😊

[@JessicaStinson-og1rq]

Pepper jack is quite a handsome donkey. I like mules I’ve never owned one, but I like them. Our neighbors had a pair that they used to plow the fields here in Southern California. They were very gentle and I enjoyed interacting with

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack does have some good looks! Mules can definitely be wonderful to work with, and it’s great that you had such a positive experience with your neighbors’ pair. They sure have a special place in our hearts too! 🐴❤

[@seanmorris3293]

I have used a Jack Donkey to train a young Bull to lead and it worked very well and the Donkey really enjoyed his work.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you for the concern, Christa! Thankfully, Blake isn’t near the fires, but we appreciate the prayers! 🙏

[@debraduncan1128]

What a neat way to teach a colt to lead.

[@JackieMathis-xg5fy]

Very interesting hack, I've never heard of it before now...I definitely wouldn't want to leave them unsupervised though.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Glad you found the hack interesting, Jackie! Definitely not something to try unsupervised, but it’s great when it works! 😊

[@pegasusa1609]

I think he knew what he was doing! I do love ❤️ 😍 💖 donkeys 🫏 and mules. After I rode one I fell in love with them and then I rode my friends' Jenny and really loved her. 😊

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

It sounds like you’ve had some great experiences with donkeys and mules! They definitely have a special charm once you get to know them. 😊

[@JMW13651]

Blaze looks almost like Client Eastwood horse in Outlaw Josey Wales. Love them stocking feet.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s a fun comparison, and we agree! Blaze’s feet definitely add to his charm. 😊

[@pegasusa1609]

Prayers for California! 💖💖💖💖💖✨️✨️✨️

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you so much for the prayers, it’s greatly appreciated! 💖✨

[@ChristaErdman-og8mv]

🙏Praying Blake isn't near the fires! 🙏

[@trishgilbert6342]

San José is South about 6 hours to Pacific Palisades, with no traffic. Just letting ya know since i live next to San José. I'm just another Farm fan.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you for the concern, Christa! Thankfully, Blake isn’t near the fires, but we appreciate the prayers! 🙏

[@Lisa_GalCali]

Thank you Alan for your prayers. All prayers welcome!!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you, Lisa! We truly appreciate all the prayers. 🙏💖

[@pegasusa1609]

It's very true 👍 👌 😊! I heard about this when I was a kid, and we were at a Rodeo! We grew up around rodeos and we learned a lot of things ✨️ about all of our equine friends! LOL

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s awesome! Rodeos can teach us so much about our equine friends, and it’s amazing how much knowledge you gathered growing up around them. 😊✨

[@ThyeaOrtiz]

I like seeing Pepper Jack doing a good job. How is Salt? Blaze is such a pretty boy ❤❤

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack’s doing a great job, and Salt is doing great too! Blaze is definitely a pretty boy, we’re so glad you like him! ❤🐴

[@pegasusa1609]

Love him and his name, also Pepper Jack ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack is definitely a lovable one, and we’re so glad you like him! ❤

[@starlenekalinski5633]

I have heard of people using donkeys to help train horses, but I always trained my foals to lead as soon as they hit the ground.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Training foals to lead from the start is definitely a great method! Donkeys can be such a helpful addition to training horses, though, as they bring a unique perspective to the process. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@FrancesMontano]

It seems to work pretty good very clever

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack really is clever! It’s amazing how well these techniques work. 😊

[@kathleensullivanaprn75]

So adorable ❤❤❤

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Aww, thank you! We’re glad you think they’re adorable! 😊

[@trishgilbert6342]

Don't have any regrets about not breeding mules. Unless you cracked the secret code to make Roan Mules, LOL. And please don't think I am not a roan fan. I literally tear up whenever I see one that looks like my Babe😢 My heart horse back in 1979-1981 was a gorgeous Strawberry Roan AQHA that LOVED the barrels. We tore up a corner of my dad's fresly plowed 40 acres 1 season. He was so mad I thought he was going to take my horse away. 😮

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Roan mules would definitely be something special, Trish! Sounds like you had some great memories with Babe, and it’s wonderful that you still hold that love for your heart horse. 🐴❤

[@ChristaErdman-og8mv]

Pepper Jack is a good boy - he'll teach Smokey Joe to lead in no time at all!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack is such a good boy! He’s definitely going to help Smokey Joe learn quickly! 🐴🙏

[@billharris3335]

Mule can be a wonderful ride. They tend to be a much better mountain trail ride much more sure footed. But they can be to smart for their own good!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s so true, Bill! Mules are incredibly sure-footed, especially for mountain trail rides. They can be too clever for their own good sometimes, but that’s part of their charm! 😊

[@reneedickerson4489]

Nice idea, I've seen this before and it works.

[@ChristaErdman-og8mv]

So happy you guys liked the name I suggested! I'm sure someone will call for Blaze soon - I've been sharing the posts you've done on Facebook

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

We’re so glad you liked the name suggestion, Christa! Thank you for sharing the posts - we appreciate your support! 😊💖

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you so much for the love from Germany! It’s amazing how far the connection with animals can spread across the world. ❤🐴

[@katherineknapp8838]

Thanks Alan….enjoyed the video…

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks, Katherine! We’re so glad you enjoyed the video. 😊

[@joanneganon7157]

Hey Alan and Vicki, I remember this worked very well when you hitched the two together🎉. ❤🙏. JO JO IN VT 💞☃️

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks for remembering, Jo Jo! It’s amazing how well this method works! We truly appreciate your support. 🙏💞

[@TaraDenetsosieLovato]

Pepper Jack has some promise as a professional trainer.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack definitely has a natural talent for training! We’re excited to see how he helps Smokey Joe! 🐴❤

[@billhavens7229]

We used our jack to train our show calf

[@billhavens7229]

Same type of rigging

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Great minds think alike! It’s wonderful that you used your jack for training too. 😊

[@janethenigman2230]

I'm glad you are staying with them to make sure nothing goes wrong ❤ Is Blake near the fires 🙏 I pray he's safe ❤ Blaze is awesome looking I wish I had 3500 $❤

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you for your concern, Janet! Thankfully, Blake is safe and away from the fires. Blaze is indeed a gorgeous horse, and we’re hoping he finds the perfect home soon! 🐴💖

[@bettinaparker3652]

I hope you find someone soon for Blaze. God is watching over you and your ventures ❤

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you, Bettina! We hope Blaze finds the right person soon too. Your kind words mean so much. 💖

[@JakeStaggers-m8r]

Yes sir thats how we start our show calves leading we have a donkey n hitch the calves to her she has broke many calves to lead

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s awesome, Jake! It’s great to see how donkeys can play such an important role in training calves to lead. 🐴👍

[@stevepage4948]

I could have told you about this...the farmers who raise show calves use burros to train calves to lead

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s a great tip, Steve! Using burros to train calves is such a clever and effective method. 😊

[@makoke1matsuri]

Es muy buena el collar para ira. Amasando al caballo "sin agresiones"!!!

[@lisabethdavis2280]

I like that idea!

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Glad you like the idea! It really helps when you have the right approach with training. 😊🐴

[@slyfox4909]

I love the name "Smokey Joe"

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Smokey Joe is definitely a fun name! Glad you like it! 😄

[@FLYOD1945]

I think the AZ fire is around the Christopher Creek area.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Yes, I believe the fires are affecting the Christopher Creek area. Our hearts are with everyone impacted by them. 🙏

[@dhauxhurst]

I’ve done this dogs Jin the past teaching them recall

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s a great point! Teaching recall with dogs is similar in a lot of ways to training horses. It’s all about trust and consistency. 🐾🐴

[@trishgilbert6342]

I know right now your minds and hearts are busy praying for folks & they're horses affected by the Palisades area Fires. (yeah, plural.) Did you see my other post about a collab with Amry? Since she's got the history of producing big $ ranch horses, maybe you're not finding a buyer because he's meant for the big money sales? The professionals don't turn their noses up at anything that isn't a Roan. Blaze is a beautiful dude. I see a lot of comments and various posts that people are like oh please keep Blaze, save his bloodline. It is a shame more people don't appreciate a beautiful solid built, well bred AQHA Ginger & White boy. My horsey days are so far in the rearview and I live on low income, in suburbia just Northwest of San Jose, so no way I could ever snatch him up. I totally understand though, it's your decision. You've already explained why you don't have room, nor is it practical to keep a stud. God bless you for your sincere offer to take in some displaced 🐎 You truly do Christ's work by leading by example.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you for your thoughtful message, Trish! We are keeping everyone affected by the fires in our prayers, including the horses. Blaze is indeed a beautiful horse with a lot of potential, and it’s been a tough decision. We truly appreciate your understanding and kind words. 💖🐴

[@GailSchneider-lj6wn]

I haven't heard of this before, but i can see how it would work

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

It’s amazing how well this trick works, isn’t it? Glad you can see its effectiveness! 😊

[@michellegrovak]

Pepper is a patient teacher but the foal needs to learn to respect the human also.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Yes, Pepper Jack is a patient teacher! Respect for both the animal and the human is key to success in training. 😊🐴

[@jswope1475]

Blaze is such a handsome boy. Unfortunately, I am pretty sure he doesn't want to live in the burbs. 😀

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Haha, that’s true! Blaze definitely prefers the open spaces and not the suburbs. 😄🐴

[@edwinschlee8374]

Pepper Jack will show Smokey joe who the boss is.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Pepper Jack will definitely keep Smokey Joe in line! He’s such a good trainer. 😊🐴

[@stevepage4948]

But have not seen used with colts due to fact that horses are more fracterous and could get into a storm and result in injury to the colt...and be glad you cut Pepper Jack...jacks are lit harder to handle than studs are...and more dangerous to other livestock including horses as they will lock on and have powerful jaws...

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you for sharing that, Steve! You’re absolutely right - donkeys can be tricky to handle sometimes. We’re glad we decided to cut Pepper Jack, as it makes everything much safer. 😊

[@normajanderson7304]

I like the name Smoky Joe

[@harleymichael281]

You should hook up a lead to Pepper jacket and lead him around with Smokey Joe in tow. In time he will associate being lead by a human.

[@FLYOD1945]

Blaze, having palomino DNA, would be a good cross on duns and buckskins if left intact.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Absolutely! Blaze’s genetics would definitely make him a great cross for duns and buckskins. He has so much potential as a stud. 😊

[@makoke1matsuri]

Hola a esa técnica le llamamos! Acollarar! O cólleras... En america del sur es muy común, para amansar los caballos, cuando es muy arisco o bravo😂😂, y hay un dicho que decimos a las personas arisca, : no hay un manso para acollarar un arisco 😂😂😂😂, el arisco va comEr cuando coma el manso... Estará sujeto aló que haga 3l manso😂😂😂, en el río de la plata ambas margenes usamos esa técnica... Desde el nacimiento de ambos países... Buen trabajo hacen todos todos 👏👏👏👏 saludo cordial

[@martyburd6127]

Who is leading who?

[@lynnperdue1571]

I never used it,but I 've heard of it.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

It’s great that you’ve heard of it! It really is an effective trick when used correctly. 😊

[@stevepage4948]

The ones here that use the burros to train calves use a sursingle with a breast strap and britching to hold it in place so that the pull is from the middle of the burro and not fro the head or neck if the burro so that if calf doest do like your colt did go a head of Pepper Jack and be me leading Pepper Jack...you dont want the burro to pull back againt this oressure and kinda undo his leading training...where as if the pull is from a sursingle anroind his middle this isnt an issue

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks for the additional insight, Steve! Using the sursingle and breast strap sounds like a fantastic approach to make sure the training is done safely and effectively. Appreciate the tip! 🐴👍

[@toddbomkamp3167]

We used a donkey to brake show cattle to lead

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

That’s awesome! Using donkeys for training show cattle is such a great method. It’s great to see this technique applied in different ways. 🐄🐴

[@toddbomkamp3167]

@@TheFarmonRoute66 thanks for the reply

[@ElaDudek-m7v]

❤❤

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thanks for the love! 💖🐴

[@mekay235]

😊😊💗💗

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Sending smiles right back to you! 😊💖

[@larkspin]

I'd be afraid Pepper Jack would kick him.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

He is nice

[@sallysullivan4463]

I understand the concept...BUT... I question the possible result of having a horse react as a Donkey. I am happy for you that your back will not be damaged in a conflict with an untrained young horse. Humility is often difficult for Humans to accept. Do you think that "marriage " has multiple purposes in the "EYES OF GOD " ? ( just pondering...) Blessings...

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Sally! It’s definitely important to consider all the angles when training horses. As for marriage, that’s a deep and beautiful question, and I appreciate your pondering. Wishing you many blessings as well! 🙏🐴

[@RossJacobs]

This is a horrible method to apply. I saw an Amish trainer use the same method. However, the foal reared and fell over. The donkey dragged it along the ground while the foal was panicking to get to its feet. The donkey then started kicking at the foal and broke its leg. Nobody with an ounce of knowledge or skill would even consider using this method.

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

I understand your concern, Ross. Safety is always our top priority, and we make sure to apply this method carefully to avoid harm. Thanks for sharing your perspective! 🐴

[@Linababe1]

what if the donkey kicks the baby? is the leash too short?? poor baby is being led but he is so close to donkey's rear.. im watching holding my breath lol

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

I get your worry about the donkey’s rear! We always make sure to keep a safe distance to avoid any accidents. Thank you for your concern and for watching! 😊🐴

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@TheFarmonRoute66]

Thank you so much for your support! We appreciate you following along with us all the way from Germany! 🐴💖

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany

[@horsemanjo7995]

❤you and your Donkey 😊 You've got friends in Germany