Molly is a 4 yr old mule (donkey /halflinger cross) she is a small mule. I bought her for my 9 and 11 yr old but she is a bit much for them my 14 yr old daughter rides her just fine but she is an experienced rider. I have not had Molly very long she does like to move out. Molly is not an easy caught in the pasture but she is very curious and once you get her she likes to be brushed and scratched .She is eager to please when you are on her back but does need someone with experience.