Dr. C.B. Chastain

Better Animal Handling

Education EN ↓ 350 episodes

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.

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Dr. C.B. Chastain

Episodes

Tacking Up for Horseback Riding 06.04.2021 15:39

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby would like you to join them in a review of: Correct saddling procedures Non-stressful bridling Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Safer Horseback Riding 30.03.2021 16:46

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week for a discussion on how to ride horses more safely by: Proper rider attitude Riding a safer horse Assessing the horse's disposition Checking and maintaining riding tack Dressing appropriately Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Safety for Horses Being Handled 23.03.2021 9:04

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe: Desensitization of horses for their future safety Senses for safety Vocalizations for safety Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Bad Manners in Horses 16.03.2021 11:51

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week for a discussion on bad manners in horses, including: Nipping and biting Kicking Striking and pawing Pulling a handler when being led Rearing Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Horse Handler Safety 09.03.2021 16:53

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover the topics of: Leadership with horses Behavior effects due to environmental changes Mental health of horses Body language of horses The importance of horses respecting a handler's personal space Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Natural Behaviors of Horses 02.03.2021 12:12

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby would like you to join them in reviewing the natural behaviors of horses, including: Horse mental and physical health needs Roles of herd members Breed differences in temperament Horse communications Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

The Domestication of Horses and Their Role in Developing Civilization 23.02.2021 9:43

Send us Fan Mail Please join Dr. Chastain and Abby this week as they visit: Horses in history Mankind's massive debt to the horse Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Using a Lariat 16.02.2021 15:21

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby explain the use of a lariat for animal handlers, including: Types of lariats Parts of a lariat loop The Thrown Loop and Hoolihan Loop A loop on a stick Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Knots, Bends, and Hitches for Animal Handlers 09.02.2021 13:43

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby invite you to join them to learn about: Knots (overhand, blood, figure 8, square, honda, and bowline) Sheet bends Hitches (quick release, highwayman's, clove, and picket line) as well as half hitches Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Maintenance of Ropes and Leather Animal Handling Equipment 02.02.2021 13:42

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover the topics of: How to stabilize the ends of ropes Cleaning and storing ropes Factors affecting leather quality and care Safety in handling ropes Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Terminology and Construction of Ropes 26.01.2021 15:26

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe: Terms used for ropes Rope construction Parts of an animal handling rope Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Industrial Farm Animal Production 19.01.2021 10:59

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby describe the advantages and disadvantages of close confinement production of farm animals, including: Battery cages for chickens Veal crates for calves Gestation crates for sows Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Poultry Housing and Enclosures 12.01.2021 15:42

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby explain poultry containments, including: Conventional cages Enriched housing Barns or Aviaries Free range Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Barn Fire Hazards 05.01.2021 11:59

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby review barn fire hazards, including: Causes of barn fires Prevention of barn fires Responses to a barn fire Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Barns, Stalls, and Three Sided Sheds: Small Ruminants and Swine 29.12.2020 12:02

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby will cover: Safe, effective shelters for sheep, goats, and South American camelids Humane shelters for swine Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Barns, Stalls, and Three Sided Sheds: Horses and Cattle 22.12.2020 15:57

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Chastain and Abby would like you to join them for this week's episode that includes: Proper shelters for horses Necessary shelters for cattle Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Species Considerations for Enclosures: Small Ruminants and Swine 15.12.2020 16:41

Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby present: Proper containments for small ruminants Sheep Goats South American camelids (llamas and alpacas) Effective, humane enclosures for swine Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Species Considerations for Enclosures: Horses and Cattle 08.12.2020 16:42

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby explain enclosures for horses and cattle, such as: Special considerations for horse fencing Proper construction of cattle fencing Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Fence Materials 01.12.2020 26:12

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby compare fence materials for livestock and horses, including: Wire strand or barbed wire Electric Wire mesh Rail or pipe Plank/board Steel panel Types of fence posts Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Fences and Gates 24.11.2020 18:23

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover the topics of: Recognizing improper fencing How fences work Considerations for new enclosures Safety and routine care of enclosures Proper gates Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Containment for Ranch, Farm, and Stabled Animals 17.11.2020 19:14

Send us Fan Mail Join Dr. Chastain and Abby as they begin the journey into the handling of horses and livestock. Their topics for this week are: Confinement and behavior Containment and stress Containment and liability Responses for escaped horses or livestock Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Handling Lizards and Transporting Reptiles 10.11.2020 11:27

Send us Fan Mail In this episode Dr. Chastain and Abby will tell you about: Approaching, catching, and handling small and large lizards How to transport chelonians, lizards, and snakes Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Handling Chelonians and Snakes 03.11.2020 16:23

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby talk about: Catching and handling turtles and tortoises Approaching, catching, and handling snakes Special equipment for handling snakes Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Reptile Safety and Transmissible Diseases from Reptiles 27.10.2020 13:24

Send us Fan Mail This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover the topics of: Keeping reptiles safe when being handled Zoonotic diseases of reptiles Sanitary practices for handling reptiles Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com

Safety in Handling Reptiles 20.10.2020 12:44

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr. Chastain and Abby explain safety measures for handlers of: Chelonians (turtles and tortoises) Snakes Lizards Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com