Natural Behavior in Swine and Potential Effects of Growth Stimulants
From Better Animal Handling by Dr. C.B. Chastain
June 9, 2026 · 12 min · Episode 346
About this episode
This episode explores the natural behavior of swine and the impact of growth stimulants on their welfare.
Send us Fan Mail Dr; 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
People in this episode
Host: Dr. C.B. Chastain
Topics covered
- animal behavior
- swine
- growth stimulants
- animal welfare
- domesticated animals
Keywords
- swine
- growth stimulants
- animal behavior
- 5 Freedoms
- domesticated animals
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