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
280 episodes
Horseback Riding Safety Tips: Part I
Interested in horseback riding? Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn some safety tips, such as:Partnership with the horseCautious confidence in yourselfPairing with a horse that matches your...
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Episode 280
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9:52
When Chemical Restraint of Dogs or Cats is Warranted
Please join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about:Anxiety: detrimental to development or a learning facilitator?Safety and efficacy of anti-anxiety nutraceuticals and drugsJustifiable reasons...
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Episode 279
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13:07
Catching Sheep and Goats
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger explore:Approaches to catching sheep compared to goatsRestraints to avoid with sheep and goatsProper use of crooks and neck straps or chains with sheep and with goats
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Episode 278
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9:21
Common Handling and Restraint of Companion Birds
Flock together with Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about:Precautions needed prior to handling birdsHandling training as part of socializing young birdsHandling techniques for different sized...
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Episode 277
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10:58
Use of Voice, Touch, and Body Language in Handling Animals
Dr. Chastain and Ginger would like you to join them to learn more about:Effective voice commands for handling animalsAnimal detection of body languageProper use of touch to control an animal's move...
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Episode 276
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9:26
Selection and Care of Barn Cats
In this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger provide advice on:Desirable characteristics of a good barn catHealth care requirements of barn catsDaily care of barn cats
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Episode 275
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9:59
Illegal Trafficking of Wildlife
Please join Dr. Chastain and Ginger while they explain:The size of international wildlife trafficking criminal activityCollateral effects of illegal wildlife traffickingHow to combat illegal wildli...
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Episode 274
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10:04
Barn Fires and Horses
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:Causes of barn firesPrevention of barn firesEvacuation of horses from a burning barn
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Episode 273
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13:15
Recommended Knives for Horsemen
Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe knives for horsemen, including:Need for an ever present knife when working with horsesQualities of a useful everyday carry knifeFacilitating access to an everyday c...
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Episode 272
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11:04
Selection and Use of Dog Crates
This week Dr. Chastain and Ginger investigates:Uses of dog cratesTypes of dog cratesProper sizing of a crate for a dog
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Episode 271
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8:09
Mouth Bits for Horses
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join their review of:Horse bit purposeMetals used in bitsTypes of bits
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Episode 270
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13:12
Diseases that can be Transmitted from Reptile Pets to Humans
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger tell about:Captive-bred reptile diseases transmitted to humansReptile pets and childrenPrevention of reptile disease transmission
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Episode 269
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8:59
Outdoor Dog Runs and Houses
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger review:Proper construction of outdoor dog runsEssential aspects of dog housesReasons against tethering dogs
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Episode 268
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8:42
Where Have Most of the Good Animal Handlers Gone?
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to explore the:Benefits of good animal handlingCauses of good animal handling attritionReliable sources of information on animal handling
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Episode 267
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15:35
Using South American Camelids as Pack Animals
Come along with Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they talk about packing with camelids, including:Advantages of packing with llamasLimitations of packing with alpacas and llamasEquipment for packing with...
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Episode 266
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7:34
Handling Alpacas and Llamas
Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them as they describe alpaca and llama:Manual restraintCatch pens, stocks, and halters and lead ropesHandling of their young (crias)
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Episode 265
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11:19
Understanding Camelids: Alpacas and Llamas
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they assist in the understanding of camelids, including:Uses of camelidsDifferentiating alpacas and llamasCamelid behaviors
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Episode 264
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9:57
Hearing in Animals
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to hear about animal hearing, including:Desired sound intensity when handling animalsSound frequency range of animals compared to humansBidirectional hearing in animals...
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Episode 263
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9:04
Capture and Release of Horses: Part II
This week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger expand on their description of capture and release of horses, including:Capturing horses in stallsRemoving a horse from a herd of horsesReleasing horses safely
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Episode 262
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11:45
Capture and Release of Horses: Part I
In this first of two parts episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger will tell you about:Teaching a horse to be caughtProper application and use of haltersThe use of advance and retreat to catch a loose hors...
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Episode 261
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14:07
Yard Fences for Dogs
Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn more about:Mesh wire fencing for dogsInvisible fencesTethering as an alternative to fencing
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Episode 260
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8:41
Bird Behavior and Basic Handling Safety
Dr. Chastain and Ginger cover the topics of:How different types of birds have different behaviorsBasic bird handling techniques
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Episode 259
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10:28
Zoonoses: Diseases Transmitted from Animals to Humans
In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger review:How zoonotic diseases are transmittedRelative susceptibility of humans to zoonosesPrevention of zoonotic disease transmission
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Episode 258
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12:04