Episodes 332
Avg. Duration 12m
Activity Highly Active
Since Oct 2019
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Weekly
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Serial
Consistency
72%
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About This Podcast

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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Recent Episodes

The Importance of Sleep in Horses

Mar 03, 2026 8m

Send a textJoin 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:…

How to Catch Pigs and Hogs

Feb 25, 2026 15m

Send a textIn 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,…

The Value of Puppy Classes

Feb 19, 2026 13m

Send a textLearn to help puppies learn with Dr. Chastain and Ginger, including:Preparing puppies for socialization classesExpectations for meaningful puppy classesProper puppy exposures to other…

Ponying Horses: Leading a Horse While Riding Another Horse

Feb 12, 2026 9m

Send a textFollow 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:…

Proper Construction of Bird Cages

Feb 03, 2026 10m

Send a textPlease 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…

Handling Guinea Pigs

Jan 30, 2026 9m

Send a textIn this episode, Dr. Chastain and Ginger explain:Normal behaviors of guinea pigsCatching and restraining guinea pigsGender determinations of guinea pigsLink to show notes:…

Rope Halters for Cattle

Jan 23, 2026 7m

Send a textInterested 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…

Bits for Horses

Jan 13, 2026 13m

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

Housing Pet Rodents and Rabbits

Jan 07, 2026 20m

Send a textDr. 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:…

Benefits and Disadvantages of a Barn for Horses

Dec 30, 2025 12m

Send a textThis 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…

Handling Mules and Hinnies

Dec 25, 2025 13m

Send a textDr. 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…

Diseases of Birds Transmitted to Humans

Dec 16, 2025 11m

Send a textPlease 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…

Causes of Aggression in Cats

Dec 11, 2025 10m

Send a textThis week Dr. Chastain and Ginger cover:Injuries to handlers from aggressive catsReasons for cat aggressionCapture and restraint of aggressive catsLink to show notes:…

African Pygmy Hedgehogs as Pets

Dec 02, 2025 8m

Send a textJoin 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…

Dog Daycare Rules and Regulations

Nov 25, 2025 6m

Send a textDr. 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:…

Safety Considerations When Handling Cattle

Nov 21, 2025 12m

Send a textThis 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:…

Zoonoses: Diseases Transmitted from Animals to Humans

Nov 11, 2025 16m

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

Approach and Capture of Dogs

Nov 05, 2025 10m

Send a textDr. 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…

Thoughts on Responsible Ownership of Horses

Oct 29, 2025 11m

Send a textIn 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:…

Moving Groups of Sheep

Oct 21, 2025 8m

Send a textDr. 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:…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Better Animal Handling have?

Better Animal Handling has published 332 episodes since October 2019, covering topics in Education, Kids & Family.

Is Better Animal Handling still active?

Better Animal Handling is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 12m.

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