OK this is my first post so be nice.
If you are going to die or just cant be bothered fighting here is a very easy to understand guide to cheating death.
Engage with the mob.
Once your pet has hit the mob your fighting, set him/her to passive.
Once your pet is by your side being hit by the mob but not hitting back, feign death. You should then have the ability to mount up and either ride or fly away.
This may not seem like much but it has saved my ass many times, it is also good for the lazy people.
Sorry there is no pics i had them all ready but they would not upload.
Enjoy