Recommended Caliber For Euthanizing Farm Animals or Pets

[Doug444]

These personal stories are heart-breaking. I've often wondered myself this same question, and would if I had to (vet not an option due to immediate need, etc.), but I know I wouldn't like it. Needle has always been a "softer" exit, but no less painful for me (tears welling as I write this). I dread the day I have to do this again, and I know that I will.

 

[ericuda]

22 lr is plenty. Use a good revolver and reliable ammo.

 

[Atavar]

Remember that with larger calibers you will have more of a mess to clean up. Picking up beloved Fido’s brains and skull fragments may leave you with a lot of trauma.
For an animal you are involved with a professional is often best.

 

[DeepSouth]

https://www.antiquearms.org.nz/articles/greeners-humane-horse-killer/

Interesting read if you want.

 

[Officers'Wife]

These are the area for a "captive bolt stunner" but they would also work for a firearm.

http://www.grandin.com/humane/cap.bolt.tips.html

 

[Terry G]

Never.

 

[d2wing]

One should have the courage to shoot at contact range or about an inch away directly into the brain.

 

[Robert]

This has run long enough. Each must do as they see fit. Be humane and cause no undue suffering. How you get there is on you.