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 303 episodes available.

Better Animal Handling episodes:

June 05, 2025Proper Approach to a Strange Dog
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Dr. Chastain and Ginger would like you to join them to learn more about:
Common INappropriate greetings for a strange dog
How to invite a strange dog to approach you
Greetings and approaches for Service Dogs
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14min
May 29, 2025Head-Shyness in Horses
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they review:
Hazards of head-shyness in horses
Causes of head-shyness
How to prevent common causes for head-shyness
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11min
May 21, 2025Backyard Housing for Poultry
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This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger are ready to tell you about:
Housing needs for chickens
Assessments of the quality of poultry housing
Special housing needs for turkeys, ducks, and geese
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13min
May 13, 2025Pet and Livestock Predators in the U.S.
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about predators of pets and other animals, including:
Predators of pets and livestock in the U.S.
Coyote behavior
Deterrents against coyotes and other predators
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8min
May 06, 2025Odors and Animal Behavior
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Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger for explanations on:
Sense of smell in small companion animals
Aromatherapy for handling animals
Managing odors that adversely affect handling of animals
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11min
April 29, 2025Basic Handling of Small and Large Lizards
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This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger will guide you in how to handle lizards, including:
Lizard handling hazards
Handling techniques for small lizards
Precautions for handling large lizards
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11min
April 24, 2025Longeing Horses
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Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them for a description of equine longeing, including:
What is longeing?
What are the benefits of longeing?
How is longeing properly performed?

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10min
April 16, 2025Risks of Handling Hogs Raised in Extreme Confinement
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This week Dr Chastain and Ginger will alert you to dangers in handling total confinement hogs, including:
Damage to hearing
Respiratory impairment
Bite wounds
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11min
April 09, 2025Understanding Pet Rabbits' Behavior
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If you like pet rabbits, join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to hear about:
Behaviors of ancestors of the modern domestic rabbit
Daily grooming behaviors of pet rabbits
Territorial and maternal aggression of pet rabbits
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10min
April 02, 2025Prey and Predator Behavior in Domestic Animals
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This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger delve into:
Physical characteristics of prey animals and predator animals
Hunting tactics of predator animals and defense techniques of prey animals
Animal perceptions of humans as predators or as prey
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10min

FAQs about Better Animal Handling:

How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?

The podcast currently has 303 episodes available.