How do you euthanize a chicken?

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Thank you,

 

[chkn]

Well, I'd use a pellet gun and shoot the head right behind the comb. Make sure you've pumped it up enough and do a couple practice shots (I'm assuming you're not in town). I'm too limp wristed for chopping. I've done some other methods and I think I've settled on this one. Know what's wrong with your chicken?

 

[dldolan]

Oh no! Sorry you have to do this at Christmas. Tie by legs, hang upside down (tree limb works OK out away from the house critters won't come around) and hold head...use a very sharp knife. If the bird is sick, bury it in a plastic bag (now that we can dig into the soil around here again). If you are getting rid of an "attack" roo or hen, take it to Western Farms and let some family buy it and make dinner. Just give it to them with a "warning, not for children!" notice.
Best,
D- in Healdsburg

 

[dawg53]

I use my 22. One shot to the head, quick and painless.