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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How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?

The podcast currently has 343 episodes available.

Better Animal Handling episodes:

November 28, 2023Approaching, Catching, and Holding Companion Birds
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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13min
November 21, 2023Donkey and Mule Natural Behaviors
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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 mules compared to horses
Mule behavior compared to horses
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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13min
November 14, 2023Enclosures for Snakes
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In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger talk about:
Proper containments for snakes
Appropriate climate inside of snake enclosures
Needed maintenance of snake enclosures
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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15min
November 07, 2023Steps in Preventing and Responding to Barn Fires
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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14min
October 31, 2023Differences Among Animal Behaviorists, Trainers, and Handlers
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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
The value of certification as an animal behaviorist, trainer, or handler
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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13min
October 24, 2023Transporting Cattle, Sheep, and Goats
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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.
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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12min
October 17, 2023Transporting Dogs in Cars and Trucks
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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10min
October 10, 2023Saving a Horse Cast in a Stall
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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8min
October 03, 2023Outdoor Containments for Dogs
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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
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13min
September 26, 2023The Natural Behavior of Swine and Commercial Pork Production Methods
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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 concrete
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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16min

FAQs about Better Animal Handling:

How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?

The podcast currently has 343 episodes available.