Better Animal Handling
294 episodes Last Updated: Jun 17, 25
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
Jun 17, 2025
Hamsters: Grouchy Little Bears
Send us a textIn this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe:Natural behavior of hamstersHousing for hamstersHandling of hamstersLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Jun 12, 2025
Transporting a Cat
Send us a textPlease join Dr. Chastain and Ginger while they explain:Carrying a cat in your armsTransporting a cat in a crateMoving a cat by vehicles and by airLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Jun 05, 2025
Proper Approach to a Strange Dog
Send us a textDr. Chastain and Ginger would like you to join them to learn more about:Common INappropriate greetings for a strange dogHow to invite a strange dog to approach youGreetings and approaches for Service DogsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
May 29, 2025
Head-Shyness in Horses
Send us a textJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they review:Hazards of head-shyness in horsesCauses of head-shynessHow to prevent common causes for head-shynessLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
May 21, 2025
Backyard Housing for Poultry
Send us a textThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger are ready to tell you about:Housing needs for chickensAssessments of the quality of poultry housingSpecial housing needs for turkeys, ducks, and geeseLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
May 13, 2025
Pet and Livestock Predators in the U.S.
Send us a textJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about predators of pets and other animals, including:Predators of pets and livestock in the U.S.Coyote behaviorDeterrents against coyotes and other predatorsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
May 06, 2025
Odors and Animal Behavior
Send us a textJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger for explanations on:Sense of smell in small companion animalsAromatherapy for handling animalsManaging odors that adversely affect handling of animalsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Apr 29, 2025
Basic Handling of Small and Large Lizards
Send us a textThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger will guide you in how to handle lizards, including:Lizard handling hazardsHandling techniques for small lizardsPrecautions for handling large lizardsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Apr 24, 2025
Longeing Horses
Send us a textDr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them for a description of equine longeing, including:What is longeing?What are the benefits of longeing?How is longeing properly performed?Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Send us a textThis week Dr Chastain and Ginger will alert you to dangers in handling total confinement hogs, including:Damage to hearingRespiratory impairmentBite woundsLink to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com