GATE FARM’S SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE

Black and White Spotted
More pictures of Ewok are further down the page....

ADMS Registration Number A-11355
ACOSA Registration Number SA 1581
Born July 23, 2000
Sire- Diamond C Montana Jack ADMS# A-4022
Dam- Gate Farm’s Beth ADMS# E-11266

Stud Fee: $400
 

The Stud Fee includes two (2) collections of cooled semen.  There is no monetary refund for any un-used collections that come included with the Stud Fee. Most Stud Fees do not include collection fees for shipped cooled semen and if they do, they normally only include 1 collection before additional collection fees start being charged. We know going AI can be expense or cost prohibitive for some people when additional charges for this and that start racking up. So we try to make it as cost effective as possible on our end so that those of you looking to breed to top quality show proven jacks can do so without breaking the bank.  Therefore we choose to include 2 collections with our Stud Fees and have you post a reasonable Shipping Deposit of $200 so that you should be able to receive  2 shipments of cooled semen before incurring any additional collection and shipping fees.  If at all possible we ship two (2) doses of cooled semen in each shipment.  That way if something happens to one dose you still have a back up dose good to go and can proceed with the insemination without delay. Or if ovulation is delayed and you need semen at 36 - 48 hours out you already have it there and ready to go. Also if you are breeding multiple mares/jennets you or your vet can arrange for the mares to cycle at the same time so that they ovulate at the same time or very close to one another. That way you can inseminate 2 mares/jennets on a single shipment and reduce your shipping charges and your veterinary expenses and minimize any additional collection fees.  

EXAMPLE: You book 2 mares OR you and a friend each book one mare to the same jack  (both mares need to be inseminated at the same location)– each requires a $400 Stud Fee and each requires a $200 Shipping Deposit. Total amount due would be $1200. If each mare is cycling independent of each other you have 2 collections and 2 shipments of cooled semen for each mare from which to get each mare pregnant before incurring additional collection fees and shipping charges.  BUT if they are cycling together and ovulating at the same time each mare can receive 1 dose of shipped cooled semen from that one shipment and that would give you 4 collections and  4 shipments from which to get BOTH mares in foal before incurring additional fees.  When it all goes right they both will become pregnant on that first shipment. But sometimes one may catch on the first shipment and the other may not. Therefore the second mare will require a second shipment and possibly a third or even fourth if she is having trouble conceiving and maintaining her pregnancy. But you have 4 collections (2 in each Stud Fee) and posted a shipping deposit for 4 shipments (2 on each mare) so posting additional fees for additional collections and shipping should not be necessary. Also if one of the mares should terminate their pregnancy you still have 1 or 2 un-used collections and money on reserve in your Shipping Deposit from which more semen can be shipped.  This can save you hundreds of dollars in additional fees and expenses. So it’s definitely something to think about and consider.

 As previously mentioned in addition to the Stud Fee a Shipping Deposit of $200 is required.  This $200 will usually cover two (2) shipments of cooled semen to your farm or veterinarian.  In some rare cases it may cost more than $100 to deliver the cooled semen to where it needs to go.  Especially if Fed Ex deems your location a “rural delivery” or if you need a Saturday delivery.  If that happens I will let you know as soon as possible so that if a second shipment is needed any additional shipping fees can be paid for prior to the second shipment. Once your mare/jennet is 100 days in foal any un-used monies remaining in the Shipping Deposit will be returned to you. I just need to hear from you that your mare/jennet has been vet checked at 100/+ days and that things are proceeding right on schedule. A phone message or e-mail letting me know with your name and mare/jennets name and a phone number is all that’s needed.  That way if I have any questions or need to verify an address I can reach you.

In our ongoing effort to minimize the costs to go AI for our clients we are now offering Disposable Cooled Semen Shipping containers. We charge $35 for each Disposable Shipping container and each container holds 2 doses of semen. Using a disposable shipper has two advantages over using an Equitainer:

1)      The cost to ship your cooled semen with a Disposable Shipper is $10-$15 less than the cost of shipping it to you in an Equitainer because it’s smaller and lighter so Fed Ex charges less.

2)      You don’t have the added shipping expense of returning the empty Equitainer to us, which can sometimes be as much to return as it was to send! So buying a Disposable Shipper for $35 can save you $10 - $15 in shipping fees on getting the semen to you and you don’t have to pay $85 -$100 in shipping fees returning the Equitainer.  The Disposable Shipper is also recyclable so if you recycle simply separate the Styrofoam inner piece from the outer Cardboard box and toss them in your recycle bin; if you don’t recycle toss them in the trash.

As you can see using a Disposable Shipper can save you quite a bit of money. HOWEVER, there will be times when using a Disposable Shipper isn’t advisable. Like when there is REALLY bad weather over the flight path or near the Fed Ex transfer/sorting hub in TN. Anything BIG that might divert air traffic off its normal route or cause flights to be grounded for an extended period of time.  If REALLY BAD weather and delays are anticipated then we will need to use an Equitainer to get your cooled semen to you because it is stronger than a Disposable Shipper and it can keep the semen cooler for a longer period of time. I always check the weather along your shipment’s intended flight path prior to packaging, so if I see a problem I will let you know ASAP.

Also new is our ability to accept payment though PayPal! So those of you wishing to pay by credit card or through your personal PayPal account can do so. The PayPal “Pay Now” button is listed on the Home page as well as each individual jack’s page. Be sure you are entering the correct amount for your transaction, which should be the Stud Fee + the Shipping Deposit  OR  additional funds to cover any additional expenses that were incurred on your behalf.  Again if you have any questions as to the amount you need to pay please call or write to me so that we can go over it.

 A Breeding Contract is available for printing from this website. Be sure to read it thoroughly and to check the correct box for the jack of your choice before mailing it in. The Stud Fee and the Shipping Deposit must be paid prior to any semen shipments.

When choosing the proper jack to breed to your mare or jennet in pursuit
of that “perfect” performance mule or donkey, there are many things to take into consideration. Conformation, temperament, beauty, brains, and trainability are of primary importance. The chosen jack should complement your mare or jennet. Providing the jack is a large standard, of good or better quality, the mule offspring should be refined, very athletic and of good size for riding. Don't be fooled into thinking you need the size of a mammoth jack, at the sacrifice of refinement and athletic ability. Mules are unique creatures of design. So by carefully choosing the right jack you have an opportunity to create a custom made mule to suit your specific needs. So what you want to do with your mule 5 years or 10 years from now has every thing to do with what jack you choose today. If you are unsure of which jack would best suit your needs, just give me a call or drop us a line and we’ll be glad to help you pick which jack would be best for your custom made mule.

Gate Farm’s Simply Irresistible or “Ewok” as he is known to family and friends, is a Black and White Tyger Spotted Jack. Ewok has an extensive show record showing in Halter Classes against horses, mules and donkeys. Since starting his show career Ewok has been to 45 shows. In that time he has racked up quite an impressive show record. He has brought home numerous trophies including the 2005 World Champion Jack and 2002 Reserve World Champion Jack from the biggest mule and donkey show on earth Bishop Mule Days! In addition to that he has 106 ribbons, engraved halters, jackets and monetary awards. Ewok and his brother Ace were the first jacks to compete against horses on their turf, play by their rules and win! They were also the first Year End High Point Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Stallions to have long ears and bray!

In the interest of saving time, Gate Farm’s Simply Irresistible’s 45 show results as of June 2005 have been condensed. He’s accomplished all of this showing against horses, mules and donkeys.  Because of the Mountain Fire and the re-building of our Temecula Facility we have not shown any of the jacks. They have been furthering their education at home driving for fun and practicing for CDE’s (Combined Driving Events). See additional photos of Ewok below.

ADMS- Versatility Hall of Fame Award winner
ADMS – Honor Roll for Continuing Excellence not once, not twice, but 5 times!

2005 Mule Days Bishop, CA                                                                                            
1^st place Standard Jacks 3 Years and Over                                                                   
6^th place Donkey In Hand Trail (52+ entries)  

2005 WORLD CHAMPION JACK!!!

(He was chosen out of 56 of this country’s very best jacks to be crowned 2005 World Champion Jack)                                                                 
2004 American Mule Association LEVA (Long Ears
Versatility Award) non-AMA events winner with 190 points!

2004 Mule Days Bishop, CA
8th place Standard Jacks 3 Years and Over
8th place In Hand Trail-Donkeys (there were 42 entries)

2003 Mule Days Bishop, CA
8th place Standard Jacks 3 Years and Over

2003 International Draft Horse, Mule and Donkey Show Pomona, CA
6th place Jacks All Ages and Sizes
3rd place most Colorful Mule or Donkey

2003 Chino Hills Open Horse Show Circuit
Year End High Point Reserve Champion Halter Donkey

2002 Mule Days Bishop, CA
1st place 2 Year Old jacks
2002 Reserve World Champion Jack at Mule Days !!!

2002 San Diego County Fair Draft, Mule and Friesian Horse Show
Del Mar, CA
1st place 2 Year Old Jacks
4th place Standard Jacks

2002 International Draft Horse, Mule and Donkey Show Pomona, CA
8th place Jacks All Ages and Sizes
1st place Most Colorful Mule or Donkey

2002 Saddle and Harness Association Open Horse Show Circuit
Year End High Point Reserve Champion Halter Pony

2002 Lake Perris Open Horse Show circuit
Year End High Point Reserve Champion Halter Donkey

2001 Mule Days Bishop, CA
4th place Yearling Jacks

2001 International Draft Horse, Mule and Donkey Show Pomona, CA
4th place Jacks All Ages and Sizes
1st place Most Colorful Mule or Donkey

2001 Lake Perris Open Horse Show circuit
Year End High Point Reserve Champion Halter Stallion

2005 Bishop Mule Days World Champion Jack                                                           
2002 Bishop Mule Days Reserve World Champion Jack

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If you missed out on breeding to Diamond C Montana Jack, it’s not too late to breed to THE son who most resembles his father in color, beauty, brains and temperament!

Diamond C Montana Jack                               Gate Farm's Simply Irresistible