Better Animal Handling
Education Podcasts
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.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Education Podcasts
Description:
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.
Language:
English
Contact:
573-875-4940
Episodes
Dog Inflicted Injury Liability for Owners
5/21/2024
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger warn present and future dog owners about:
Type of dogs with the most potential for inflicting injuriesDog owner legal responsibilitiesPossible lawsuits for injuries to other people by your dog
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:15:09
Collar or Harness for Your Dog?
5/14/2024
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger provide guidance on:
Types of dog collarsTypes of dog harnessesWhether a collar or harness is best for your dogLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:11:13
Wild Horses in Western States are Domesticated
5/7/2024
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to gain a better understanding of:
Wild horse historyPractical benefits of adopting and training previously wild horsesLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:08:44
Hamsters: Miniature Bears with an Attitude
4/30/2024
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:
Physical characteristics of hamstersNatural behavior of hamstersHow to handle hamstersLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:09:09
Safer Handling of Cattle
4/23/2024
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to learn more about:
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:16:22
Raccoons and Brainworms in Humans
4/16/2024
Please join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn about:
Baylisascaris worm infestations in U.S. raccoonsPossible effects of Baylisascaris in infested humansTreatment and prevention of BaylisascarisLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:08:43
Vision in Animals and Its Effects on Their Behavior
4/9/2024
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger will explain:
Vision in predator animalsVision in prey, grazing animalsNight vision in animalsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:16:25
How Horses Molded Human Civilization
4/2/2024
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they review:
History of the horseHorses' contributions to civilizationsHow controlling the use of horses was a military tacticLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:10:07
Enclosures for Rabbits
3/26/2024
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger will tell you about:
Rabbit cagesRabbit hutchesIndoor rabbitsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:10:39
Containments for Goats
3/19/2024
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them for a description of:
Goat behavior when confinedSpecial considerations for goat fencingPens for newborn goatsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:09:46
Basic Training of Dogs
3/12/2024
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe:
Socializing a puppyPuppy classesBasic commands to teach a puppyLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:13:22
Legal Considerations of Animal Handling
3/5/2024
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they explore:
Waivers of responsibility to protect others around animals that could cause injuryAnimals considered inherently dangerousLegal consequences of animal abuseLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:12:45
Anticipation: the Key to Safety Around Horses
2/27/2024
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about horse safety, including:
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:17:34
Cat Containments
2/20/2024
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe cat containments, such as:
Cages and catteriesCratesFences and tunnelsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:12:09
Rabbits as Pets
2/13/2024
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to appreciate the value of:
The natural behavior of pet rabbitsProper approaching and catching of pet rabbitsHow to handle pet rabbitsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:13:04
Catching and Handling Chickens
2/13/2024
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain how to catch and handle chickens, including:
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:08:26
Risks of Injuries from Handling Small and Large Animals
2/6/2024
Dr. Chastain and Ginger would like to alert you to:
Common injuries from dogs cats, cattle, and horsesCauses of animal handler injuriesAnimal injuries to veterinary health professionalsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:12:12
Human Diseases that can be Acquired from Cats
1/30/2024
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger review:
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:18:39
Using a Lariat in Handling Large Animals
1/23/2024
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them in discussing:
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:14:43
Preventing the Escape of Horses and Livestock from Containment
1/16/2024
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about:
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Duration:00:11:57