Better Animal Handling

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn about some of the disadvantages of:Buried wire electric fencingGPS electric collarsTethering to restrict a dog's range of movementsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger will tell you about:Useful knots for horse handlersUseful hitches for horse handlersHow to learn to tie knots and hitches for horse handlingLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger tackle cat handling, including:Differentiating non-aggressive cats from aggressive catsProper approach and capture of non-aggressive catsCapture of aggressive catsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr; Chastain and Ginger do not like to hog animal handling information.  Join them to learn more about:International recognized 5 Freedoms of domesticated animalsNatural environments and behaviors of swineA beta-adrenergic growth stimulant used to promote growth in U.S. swineLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailPlanning to haul horses in a trailer?  Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger for information on:Transport requirements for horse trailers and tow vehiclesTrailer training requirements for horsesChecklists for annual trailer inspections and prior to all tripsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them as they explain:Adverse effects on cattle from poor handling methods and poor handling facilitiesTraining cattle to be handledSome unique problems of corporate dairy farmingLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger have information for you on:Flat, slip, and retractable leashes for dogsFlat, rolled, slip, and martingale collars for dogsRoles for chest harnesses for dogsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger talk about:Factors that promote the attempted escape of horses or livestockLiabilities associated with escaped large animalsKey tactics in responding to escaped horses or livestockLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger hope you will join them in reviewing:Which diseases are transmitted from cats to humansThe risks of acquiring diseases from catsPrevention measures against acquiring a disease from catsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain safer trail riding, including:Accessories and tack for safer trail ridingTrail riding etiquetteAvoidance of creating a "barn sour" horseLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger today to learn what typhoid has in common with backyard chickens, including:What is salmonellosis and why are backyard poultry associated with it?What are the signs and symptoms of salmonellosis?How to avoid salmonellosis from backyard poultry.Link to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailPlease join Dr. Chastain and Ginger in the review of lizard handling, including:Small lizard handling compared to large lizard handlingDefensive tactics with tailsSigns of agitation in lizardsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:Reasons to cast a cowRisks to cows when they are castMethods of casting cowsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailPlease join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn more about:The evolution of today's animal welfareProfit motivations for promoting some types of animal welfareCourse of diminished knowledge and skills of animal handlingLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailSaddle up with Dr. Chastain and Ginger so they can tell you about:Aspects of leather qualityCleaning and conditioniing leather tackMildew and leather tack storageLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain's and Ginger's topics for this week are:Hazardous snakes to handleRoutine handling captive-bred pet snakesFeeding time influence on handling snakesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them as they explain:Assessment of livestock containment qualityEffects of containment on behaviorStress to livestock from improper containmentLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they describe sleep in horses, including:Types of sleep in horsesNormal sleep requirements in horsesCauses of sleep-deprivation in horsesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe how knowing how to catch pigs and hogs affects how pigs are raised, including:Preparation to catch pigs and hogsCatching pigs in an indoor, large volume environments compared to in small farm outdoor environmentsUse of hog snout snares and snubbing ropesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailLearn to help puppies learn with Dr. Chastain and Ginger, including:Preparing puppies for socialization classesExpectations for meaningful puppy classesProper puppy exposures to other animals and to childrenLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailFollow along with Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they explain the:Definition of ponyingBenefits of ponying a horseTechniques to avoid risks of ponying horsesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailPlease join Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn about:Recommendations for bird cage sizeHazardous materials to avoid for bird cage constructionBetter shape for bird cagesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:Normal behaviors of guinea pigsCatching and restraining guinea pigsGender determinations of guinea pigsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailInterested in cattle restraint?  Join Dr. Chastain and Ginger in a review of:Construction of a rope halter for cattleProper application of a rope halter with a lead ropeTying a cow's head in a chute with a rope halterLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to learn more about horses':Non-leverage bitsLeverage bitsSpecialty bitsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger hope you will join them as they describe:Housing considerations for all small mammal petsRodent housing requirementsRabbit housing requirementsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger go over:Advantages of pastures turn-outs for horsesAdvantages of barns and stables for horsesReasonable combinations of pasture time and stall confinementLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger hope you will not be stubborn about learning more on handling mules, including:Behaviors of mulesComparison of mules to hinniesWork ability of mulesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailPlease join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they review:The overall risk of zoonotic diseases of birds in humansSystemic, digestive, respiratory, skin, and nervous system diseases of humans transmitted by birdsSanitary measures to prevent the transmission of disease from birds to humansLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger cover:Injuries to handlers from aggressive catsReasons for cat aggressionCapture and restraint of aggressive catsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they investigate African Pygmy Hedgehogs, including:Socializing hedgehogs as petsRestrictions in the U.S. on owning hedgehogsRisk of skin irritation from handling hedgehogsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger would like you to learn more about:Growth of dog daycaresRisks for dogs in dog daycaresProactive efforts to protect dogs in daycaresLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger will tell you about:Defenses of cattleCattle breed differences in ability to be handledKeys to safer handling of cattleLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger describe:The incidence of zoonosesZoonotic risksPreventive measures for zoonosesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger would like to briefly capture your attention this week to tell you about:Approaching a strange dogCapture of a dog in an enclosureRecovering an escaped dogLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger share some thoughts on:Costs of horse ownershipAnnual care required for a horseBenefits of horse ownershipLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them to learn more about:Herding and leading characteristics of sheepSheep herding precautionsSheep herding dogsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger hope that you will join them while they describe:Natural behaviors of donkeysProper handling of donkeysUses of donkeysLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger would like to help you learn:Unique risks of cat bitesAssessing the risk of being bitten by a catHow to avoid cat bitesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to review:Construction and uses of lariatsParts of a lariat loopLariat hondasLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailTest your knowledge of gerbils this week with Dr. Chastain and Ginger, including:Natural behavior of gerbilsCautions in handling gerbilsSeizures in gerbilsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailCalm down and join Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they comment on:Effects of anxiety on learningMotivations for prescribing anti-anxiety drugs for animalsWhen chemical restraint is warrantedLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to join them in reviewing:How twitches workLong-handled nose twitchesOther, less common twitches used on horsesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week, Dr. Chastain and Ginger offer advice on:Cages for catsCage contents for catsOutdoor fences and tunnels for catsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailDr. Chastain and Ginger invite you to learn more about:Pre-handling of animals considerationsPre-restraint of animals considerationsEnvironment, personnel, and duration of handling effects on animalsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger this week to learn more about horse fencing, including:Horse fence materialsFences for stallionsFences for foalsLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger while they chew on the topic of dog bites, including:Diversity of dog breedsCharacteristics of breed groupsDog breeds and bitesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailJoin Dr. Chastain and Ginger as they explain virtual fencing, including:What is virtual fencing?The potential benefits of virtual fencingPossible disadvantages of virtual fencingLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger are glad to bring you information on:Socializing calves for being handledCapturing a calfRestraint methods for calvesLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com

Send us Fan MailPlease join Dr. Chastain and Ginger to learn more about:The initial socialization of nursing and weanling puppiesPuppy classesPuppy first interactions with other animals and childrenLink to show notes:  BetterAnimalHandling.com