twendt
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I have killed animals... but couldn't kill one of my flock
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Knowing I am providing a merciful end when neccessary, rather than allowing suffering to continue, makes it an easier thing to do.I have killed animals... but couldn't kill one of my flock
Absolutely. When it's time, it is our obligation as animal caretakers to end their suffering. I am absolutely willing to do that ... by handing the critter over to someone else! I can NOT personally kill something I have named, petted and fussed over!Knowing I am providing a merciful end when neccessary, rather than allowing suffering to continue, makes it an easier thing to do.
How is that not "killing one of your flock"?I have Morphine , can give lethal dose....
Lunch-Lady Lazarus
To my understanding, hypothermia isn't painful based on what people who've experienced it have reported. I tried to find studies to back it up, but I can only find anecdotal reports. From my experience, when I need to feed my snakes and the appropriately size rodents are unavailable (meaning I need to buy live), I euthenize in the freezer. I never find any signs of a struggle, and the mice or rats are usually curled up like they fell asleep. That's just my 2 cents
Sorry you went through this!Lesson learned.