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Better Animal Handling
Better Animal Handling episodes
- Capture and Restraint of Foals
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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.com
10 min - Common Mistakes in Meeting an Unfamiliar Dog
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
10 min - Sheep and Goat Behaviors Compared
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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
12 min - Natural Behavior of Reptiles
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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
13 min - Special Restraint Equipment for Cats
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
17 min - Some Dangerous Habits of Horse Handlers and Riders: Part III
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week in reviewing 10 dangerous habits while riding horseback.
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
16 min - Preventing Transmission of Disease from Farm and Ranch Animals to Humans
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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 handlers at high risk to acquire zoonotic diseases
- Proper sanitation, vaccinations, and personal protective equipment against zoonoses
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
14 min - Squeeze Chutes with Headgates for Working Cattle
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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: BetterAnimalHandling.com
15 min - Leashes, Collars, and Harnesses for Dogs
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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
13 min - Some Dangerous Habits of Horse Handlers and Riders: Part II
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In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby talk about:
- Dangerous habits while tacking up and mounting horses
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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About Better Animal Handling
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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.