Gentle hearted riding mule. Garth loads, clips and can go bare footed. He has been used to gather cattle in diverse, hard mountain conditions. We have taken him places we would never take our horses. He had not been packed, but we don't think it would be a problem. He had a loving heart to everyone, including dogs and other small things. Garth prefers men (wierd) but would do fine an experienced horse woman (mule woman).