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
Transporting Cattle, Sheep, and Goats
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:
- How to transport cattle
- How to transport small ruminants
- Livestock transportation regulations for interstate travel in the U.S.
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Transporting Dogs in Cars and Trucks
Dr. Chastain and Ginger are anxious to tell you about:
- Restraint of dogs in cars and trucks
- Preparing dogs for car rides
- Care of dogs traveling by car or in truck cabs
Link to show notes: B…
Saving a Horse Cast in a Stall
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn:
- How horses are cast in stalls
- The safest method to help a horse cast in a stall
- Monitoring a horse recovering from being cast
Link to show notes: Bett…
Outdoor Containments for Dogs
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger will assist your understanding of:
- Dog houses and outdoor runs
- Fences for dogs
- Tethering dogs
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
The Natural Behavior of Swine and Commercial Pork Production Methods
Dr. Chastain and Ginger will lead you through:
- The natural behavior of swine
- Effects on swine from commercial indoor pork production on concrete
- Alternatives to indoor pork production on c…
Animal Vision-Based Behavior
Dr. Chastain and Genger explain the differences in animals':
- Field of view
- Pupil shape and light accommodation
- Depth of field perception
- Acuity and detection of motion
- Color differentiation …
Capture and Restraint of Foals
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn more about:
- Capturing foals
- Restraining foals standing and in lateral recumbency
- Trailering foals
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.co…
Common Mistakes in Meeting an Unfamiliar Dog
Learn how to meet unfamilar dogs from Dr. Chastain and Ginger, including:
- Eight mistakes people make in meeting dogs
- Better ways of meeting unfamiliar dogs
Link to show notes: BetterAnimal…
Sheep and Goat Behaviors Compared
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe:
- Behaviors common to sheep and goats
- Behaviors typical of sheep
- Behaviors typical of goats
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Natural Behavior of Reptiles
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe:
- Behaviors common to all reptiles
- Chelonian (turtle and tortoise), snake, and lizard behaviors
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Special Restraint Equipment for Cats
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them while they explain:
- Basic handling techniques for cats
- Special equipment for handling less tractable cats
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHa…
Some Dangerous Habits of Horse Handlers and Riders: Part III
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week in reviewing 10 dangerous habits while riding horseback.
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Preventing Transmission of Disease from Farm and Ranch Animals to Humans
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe zoonotic disease prevention on farms and ranches, including:
- High risk sources of zoonotic diseases from farm and ranch animals
- Animal hand…
Squeeze Chutes with Headgates for Working Cattle
Catch Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to learn more about:
- Proper construction and uses of cattle squeeze chutes
- Types of headgates and their advantages
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHa…
Leashes, Collars, and Harnesses for Dogs
Dr. Chastain and Abby invite you to come learn more about:
- Selecting and using a leash
- Types of dog collars
- Benefits of a chest harness
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Some Dangerous Habits of Horse Handlers and Riders: Part II
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby talk about:
- Dangerous habits while tacking up and mounting horses
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Future Birth Control Injections for Cats
This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby tell about:
- Need for readily accessible and affordable, nonsurgical means for creating infertility in cats
- Anti-Mullerian hormone effects on fertility
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Some Dangerous Habits of Horse Handlers and Riders: Part I
Dr. Chastain and Abby's topics for this week are dangerous stable habits.
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Routes of Administration of Medications to Reptiles
Join Dr. Chastain and Abbly to learn more about:
- Injections of medications in reptiles
- Oral administration of medications to reptiles
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
The Natural Behavior of Cats
This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby talk about cats':
- Body language
- Vocalizations
- Behavior modification caused by odors
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com