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Better Animal Handling
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.
Episodes
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The Natural Behavior of Reptiles
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby in a review of the: Shared behaviors of all reptiles Behaviors common to turtles, lizards, and snakes Link to show…
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Training Methods for Animals
Send us Fan Mail Please join Dr. Chastain and Abby to learn more about: Training methods for predatory animals Training methods for prey animals Misuse of…
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Equestrian Riders' Helmets
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby as they explain: The need for head protection when around horses Ratings for equestrian helmets How to fit an…
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Dangers of Losing Genetic Diversity in Livestock
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby will alert you to: Risks of losing genetic diversity in livestock production Why genetic diversity in…
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Avoiding Dog Bites
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week in exploring the topics of: Risks of being bitten by a dog in the U.S. How to avoid bites from strange…
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Animals and the Attractive Nuisance Doctrine
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe: What is an attractive nuisance? Animals and situations that can come to be attractive…
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Types of Ropes Used for Large Animal Restraint
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby invite you to join them in reviewing large animal ropes, including: Natural fiber ropes Synthetic fiber ropes…
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Bad Manners in Horses
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby talk about bad manners in horses, including: Nipping Biting Kicking Disrespectful positioning of hindquarters…
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Enclosures for Snakes and Lizards
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week for more information on: General requirements for reptile enclosures Proper enclosures for snakes Proper…
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Training Cattle to be Handled
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby will cover the topics of: Preparations to move cattle on foot or by horseback Training dairy heifers to be…
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Breed Behaviors in Dogs
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby will explain: Breed behavior and selection of new dogs into your family Traits of common dog breed groups…
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Fences and Gates for Horses
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to learn more about: Materials for horse fencing Fence layouts Fence heights Gates Special needs for…
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Variations in Sight Abilities Among Domestic Animals
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby go over animal vision, including: Field of view Depth perception Visual acuity Perception of motion Color…
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Containment of Pet Rodents
Send us Fan Mail Don't rat out on us. Join Dr. Chastain and Abby to learn more about: Rodent cage construction Contents of rodent cages Containment needs for…
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Saying Goodbye to a Beloved Pet
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby give advice on: Care for a debilitated pet Time for euthanasia Options for the diposition of the pet's…
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Handling and Restraint of Foals
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe how to: Capture a foal Lead a foal Restrain a foal Transport a foal in a trailer Link to show…
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A Cat Lover's Opinion of Cat Cafes
Send us Fan Mail This week, cat lovers, Dr. Chastain and Abby, will tell you about: Cat cafes' effects on cat stress levels Cat cafes' environment for disease…
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What NOT to Wear When Handling Animals
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to hear about: Improper attire when handling animals Proper small animal handling attire Proper large…
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Natural Behaviors in Sheep Compared to Goats
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby compare sheep and goat behaviors, including: Behaviors common to sheep and goats Characteristic…
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Appropriate Use of Chemical Restraint in Dogs and Cats
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby are unrestrained in explaining: When chemical restraint is essential to handling some dogs and cats Benefits…
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Care of Leather Tack and Trappings
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby would like to tell you about: Quality leather Maintaining leather Storage of leather Link to show notes…
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National Implications of California's Sow Housing Law
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby to learn more about: Sow confinement during gestation and nursing California's Proposition 12 Transparency in…
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Bits for Horses
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby talk about bits for horses, including; Basic types of bits English riding bits Western riding bits Link to…
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Bird Cages
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby's topics this week are: Whete to locate a bird cage in the house The preferred size and construction of a bird cage…
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Longeing Horses
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe longeing of horses: Benefits Equipment Technique Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
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Marijuana Poisoning in Dogs
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby explain: Dogs' exposure to marijuana Signs of marijuana poisoning in dogs Cannabidiol treatment of…
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Herding Versus Driving Cattle
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby will Compare herding to driving cattle Explain training cattle to be herded Link to show notes…
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How to Defend Against a Vicious Dog Attack
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby give advice on defense against dog bites, including: Incidence of serious dog bites Preventive steps for…
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Bearded Dragons and Salmonellosis
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby would like you to join them in talking about: Common behaviors of Bearded Dragons Salmonellosis transmission to humans…
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Common Trees that are Poisonous to Large Animals
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby provide warnings about: Common poisonous trees for livestock and horses Predisposing conditions for…
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Socialization of Puppies
Send us Fan Mail Socialize with Dr. Chastain and Abby as they explain: Preparation of puppies for socialization Puppy classes Preparation of children for…
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Tack and Attire for a Child's Horseback Riding
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby will give advice on: Proper saddles and reins for children who ride horses What helmets, shirts, pants, and…
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Care of a Barn Cat
Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode Dr. Chastain and Abby explain: Benefits of a barn cat Adjustment period for a new barn cat Routine care of a barn cat…
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Comparison in the Behavior of Horses, Donkeys, Mules, and Hinnies
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby reveal the differences in the: Behavior of donkeys compared to horses Physical characteristics of horse…
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The Debate on Declawing Cats
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain, Abby, and Todd, the cat invite you to hear about: The risk of Cat Scratch Disease The risk of relinquishing housecats Declawing…
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Disaster Evacuation Preparation for Horse Owners
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to learn about: Preparations for a stay-in-place disaster if you own horses Plans for evacuating horses…
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Tethering Dogs
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby unravel tethering dogs, including: Risks to dogs that are tethered Risks to people who tether dogs Link…
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Horse Stalls
Send us Fan Mail Don't stall around, join Dr. Chastain and Abby to learn more about: Natural behaviors of horses vs. stall confinement Potential problems of…
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Baby Turtles: More Deadly than Rattlesnakes?
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby explain the risk of handling reptiles, including: Salmonellosis symptoms and signs Reptile carriers of…
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Nutraceuticals for Calming Nervous Dogs and Horses
Send us Fan Mail Calm down with Dr. Chastain and Abby and learn about: Regulations on nutraceuticals and other dietary supplements How to assess the efficacy…
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Risks of Handling Rams
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby provide advice on handling ram sheep, including: Inherent behavior of rams Innocent play that can cause rams…
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Dog Crates are Great
Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby explore the benefits of dog crates, including; Dog crates for housebreaking puppies, calming adult dogs, and…
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Benefits of Venomous Snakes
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to learn about: Recognition of venomous snakes Medical uses of snake venoms Link to show notes…
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Heat, Water, and Dogs
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain's and Abby's topics for this week are warm weather risks to dogs, including: Heat exhaustion Heatstroke Link to show notes…
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Footwear for Horseback Riding
Send us Fan Mail Mount up with Dr. Chastain and Abby to learn about: Dangers of being hung-up in a stirrup and dragged by a horse Appropriate footwear for…
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Dog Breeds and Behaviors
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby will tell you about: Variations in dog breeds' behaviors Breed behavior as a criterion for selecting a…
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Riding Saddles for Horses: Western and English
Send us Fan Mail Prepare to ride this week with Dr. Chastain and Abby by learning about the: History of saddles Parts of a saddle Types of Western saddles…
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Proper Use of Muzzles on Dogs
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby explain dog muzzles, including: When muzzles are needed Types of muzzles When muzzles are not appropriate…
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African Swine Fever and the Cost of Your Bacon
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby warn about: African Swine Fever signs of disease The current global spread of African Swine Fever…
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Exotic Pets and Monkeypox
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby do not monkey around and talk about monkepox, including: Monkeypox in humans Monkeypox in animals How to…
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The Costs of Midwestern Puppy Mills
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby explain puppy mill problems, including: Descriptions of puppy mills and their inspections Locations for…
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How to Tie and Not to Tie a Horse
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to learn about tying horses, including: Hitches and knots for tying horses Lead ropes How to tie horses…
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Dangerous Drinking Water for Dogs
Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week to learn about: Blue-green algae poisoning, including: Causes Signs Treatment Prevention Other dangers of…
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The Best Growing Practice for Beef Cattle
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby compare growing practices for beef cattle, including: Feedlots compared to grass-fed cattle Consolidation of…
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Deadly Virus for Rabbits
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby warn about a deadly virus outbreak in rabbits, including: Signs of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RDH) in…
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Avian Influenza in Birds and Humans
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe: What is avian influenza? The potential for transmission of avian influenza to humans Risks to…
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Dangerous Horses
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby discuss horses that: Rear Buck Jump sideways Bolt Repeatedly trip and stumble Move while being mounted Link to…
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Kitty Litter and Litter Boxes
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby welcome you to a audio presentation on: Types of kitty litter Considerations for litter boxes Link to show notes…
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Should You Kiss Your Dog?
Send us Fan Mail This week Dr. Chastain and Abby explore the risks of: Being bitten while kissing a dog Acquiring an infectious disease from kissing a dog Link…
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What is Next?
Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby do a self-assessment on the podcast and project the future direction of Better Animal Handling, including: Listeners…