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.
Better Animal Handling
General Considerations in Approaching and Catching Horses
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Dr. C.B. Chastain
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Episode 79
This week, Dr. Chastain and Abby cover general considerations in approaching and catching horses, including:
- Head control and haltering
- Walking behind horses
- Key elements of capture
- Dangers of using food for capture
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com
Link to show notes: BetterAnimalHandling.com