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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, th... more
FAQs about Better Animal Handling:How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?The podcast currently has 335 episodes available.
April 06, 2021Tacking Up for Horseback RidingSend a textDr. Chastain and Abby would like you to join them in a review of:Correct saddling proceduresNon-stressful bridlingLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more16minPlay
March 30, 2021Safer Horseback RidingSend a textJoin Dr. Chastain and Abby this week for a discussion on how to ride horses more safely by:Proper rider attitudeRiding a safer horseAssessing the horse's dispositionChecking and maintaining riding tackDressing appropriatelyLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more17minPlay
March 23, 2021Safety for Horses Being HandledSend a textIn this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe:Desensitization of horses for their future safetySenses for safetyVocalizations for safetyLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more10minPlay
March 16, 2021Bad Manners in HorsesSend a textJoin Dr. Chastain and Abby this week for a discussion on bad manners in horses, including:Nipping and bitingKickingStriking and pawingPulling a handler when being ledRearingLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more12minPlay
March 09, 2021Horse Handler SafetySend a textIn this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover the topics of:Leadership with horsesBehavior effects due to environmental changesMental health of horsesBody language of horsesThe importance of horses respecting a handler's personal spaceLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more17minPlay
March 02, 2021Natural Behaviors of HorsesSend a textDr. Chastain and Abby would like you to join them in reviewing the natural behaviors of horses, including:Horse mental and physical health needsRoles of herd membersBreed differences in temperamentHorse communicationsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more13minPlay
February 23, 2021The Domestication of Horses and Their Role in Developing CivilizationSend a textPlease join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week as they visit:Horses in historyMankind's massive debt to the horseLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more10minPlay
February 16, 2021Using a LariatSend a textIn this week's episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby explain the use of a lariat for animal handlers, including:Types of lariatsParts of a lariat loopThe Thrown Loop and Hoolihan LoopA loop on a stickLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more16minPlay
February 09, 2021Knots, Bends, and Hitches for Animal HandlersSend a textDr. Chastain and Abby invite you to join them to learn about:Knots (overhand, blood, figure 8, square, honda, and bowline)Sheet bendsHitches (quick release, highwayman's, clove, and picket line) as well as half hitchesLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more14minPlay
February 02, 2021Maintenance of Ropes and Leather Animal Handling EquipmentSend a textThis week, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover the topics of:How to stabilize the ends of ropesCleaning and storing ropesFactors affecting leather quality and careSafety in handling ropesLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.comLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com...more14minPlay
FAQs about Better Animal Handling:How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?The podcast currently has 335 episodes available.