Better Animal Handling
Humans have domesticated and handled animals for 14,000 years. Modern times have brought urbanization and technology which have caused a drastic decline in human-animal interactions. As a result, the knowledge of how to properly handle, restrain, and house animals is in decline. In Better Animal Handling, C.B. Chastain, veterinarian and professor emeritus, describes effective, humane animal handling with emphasis on safety measures to prevent injury and the transmission of zoonotic diseases.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 12 minutes
- Episodes
- 308
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
Legal Considerations of Animal Handling
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they explore:
- Waivers of responsibility to protect others around animals that could cause injury
- Animals considered inherently dangerous
- Legal consequences …
Anticipation: the Key to Safety Around Horses
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about horse safety, including:
- Anticipating horse behavior
- Common dangerous behaviors of horses
- Approaches to managing bad behaviors in horses
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Cat Containments
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe cat containments, such as:
- Cages and catteries
- Crates
- Fences and tunnels
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Catching and Handling Chickens
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain how to catch and handle chickens, including:
- Capture of chickens
- Restraint and handling of chickens
- Removal and replacement of chickens in cages
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Rabbits as Pets
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to appreciate the value of:
- The natural behavior of pet rabbits
- Proper approaching and catching of pet rabbits
- How to handle pet rabbits
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Risks of Injuries from Handling Small and Large Animals
Dr. Chastain and Ginger would like to alert you to:
- Common injuries from dogs cats, cattle, and horses
- Causes of animal handler injuries
- Animal injuries to veterinary health professionals
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Human Diseases that can be Acquired from Cats
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger review:
- Signs of zoonoses in cats
- Risk factors for zoonoses in cats
- Preventive measures against cat zoonoses
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Using a Lariat in Handling Large Animals
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them in discussing:
- Types of lariats and their uses
- Catching cattle with a tossed loop
- Catching horses with a Hoolihan throw
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Preventing the Escape of Horses and Livestock from Containment
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about:
- Consequences of large animal escapes
- Prevention of large animal escapes
- Response to large animal escapes
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHa…
Pet Ferret Behavior
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger explore the behaviors of pet ferrets, including:
- The domestication of ferrets
- Play behaviors of ferrets
- Ferret special senses
Link to show notes: BetterAni…
The Natural Behaviors of Poultry
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe the natural behavior of poultry, including chickens, turkeys, guineafowl, geese, and ducks.
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Selecting a Collar or Harness for a Dog
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger provide advice on dog:
- Leashes
- Collars
- Harnesses
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Casting a Cow with Ropes
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:
- Why to cast a cow
- Two methods of casting cows
- Risks of casting a cow
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Selected Memorable Quotes About Dogs and Horses
Dr. Chastain and Abby wish to share their favorite quotes about dogs and horses with you this week.
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Better Animal Handling by Distraction and Respect
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to hear about:
- Distractions as a means of animal handling
- The value of an animal's respect for humans
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Approaching, Catching, and Holding Companion Birds
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe:
- Preparations for catching and handling companion birds
- Holding techniques for small, medium, and large caged birds
Link to show notes: BetterAn…
Donkey and Mule Natural Behaviors
Don't be stubborn, join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about donkeys and mules, including:
- Differences between donkeys and their hybrids, mules and hinnies
- Physical abilities of mu…
Enclosures for Snakes
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger talk about:
- Proper containments for snakes
- Appropriate climate inside of snake enclosures
- Needed maintenance of snake enclosures
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Steps in Preventing and Responding to Barn Fires
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger talk about:
- Common causes for barn fires
- Preparation for extinquishing barn fires
- Evacuation of horses during barn fires
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalH…
Differences Among Animal Behaviorists, Trainers, and Handlers
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them to learn:
- The various roles of animal handlers, trainers, and behaviorists
- Training methods for animal handlers, trainers, and behaviorists
- …