Better Animal Handling

By Dr. C.B. Chastain

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, th... more

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The podcast currently has 265 episodes available.

Better Animal Handling episodes:

November 19, 2024Handling Alpacas and Llamas
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Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them as they describe alpaca and llama:
- Manual restraint
- Catch pens, stocks, and halters and lead ropes
- Handling of their young (crias)
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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12min
November 12, 2024Understanding Camelids: Alpacas and Llamas
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they assist in the understanding of camelids, including:
- Uses of camelids
- Differentiating alpacas and llamas
- Camelid behaviors
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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10min
November 05, 2024Hearing in Animals
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to hear about animal hearing, including:
- Desired sound intensity when handling animals
- Sound frequency range of animals compared to humans
- Bidirectional hearing in animals
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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10min
October 29, 2024Capture and Release of Horses: Part II
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This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger expand on their description of capture and release of horses, including:
- Capturing horses in stalls
- Removing a horse from a herd of horses
- Releasing horses safely
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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12min
October 22, 2024Capture and Release of Horses: Part I
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In this first of two parts episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger will tell you about:
- Teaching a horse to be caught
- Proper application and use of halters
- The use of advance and retreat to catch a loose horse
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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15min
October 15, 2024Yard Fences for Dogs
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn more about:
- Mesh wire fencing for dogs
- Invisible fences
- Tethering as an alternative to fencing
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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9min
October 09, 2024Bird Behavior and Basic Handling Safety
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Dr. Chastain and Ginger cover the topics of:
- How different types of birds have different behaviors
- Basic bird handling techniques
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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11min
October 01, 2024Zoonoses: Diseases Transmitted from Animals to Humans
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In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger review:
- How zoonotic diseases are transmitted
- Relative susceptibility of humans to zoonoses
- Prevention of zoonotic disease transmission
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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13min
September 24, 2024Basics of Handling Cats
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This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe proper:
- Handing of non-aggressive cats
- Handling of aggressive cats
- Basic equipment for handling cats
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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15min
September 17, 2024Electric Fencing for Horses and Livestock
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Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to become shocked on how good electric fencing can be as they review electric fencing:
- Advantages
- Components
- Maintenance required
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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9min

FAQs about Better Animal Handling:

How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?

The podcast currently has 265 episodes available.