Maybe for my infobank: what is "the best place to put the bullet"(?), if you don't mind sharing. I am a longtime lover of dogs (have two now, an eleven yo Welsh terrier and a six yo Aussie Cattle Dog), and many cats, most of whom became a meal for coyotes. I feel your possible "technical" information should be viewed as humane knowledge. Thanks, Benjammin, for your response.

Well, due to the graphic nature of the subject matter, and the moderator's wish not to offend the gen pub, let's just say theirs an instant off switch about an inch behind the ear. Even that may be a bit much, but I've only ever used it out of compassion and love.

If anyone needs more details, I will PM.

I too would look towards a .22 before considering this route. In an unarmed survival situation I believe that I could accomplish this humanely with a snared rabbit, but never with a pet. The risk of not being successful on the first attempt and causing pain to an animal that loved me unconditionally is not something I'd be willing to risk.

I had to put down two little doggies in my life, and both were in my lap with me crying my eyes out. Of all the difficult things that I've had to endure throughout my life, putting a suffering pet to sleep ranks at the top of the list.

Jim

I would not recommend a 22. I use the most powerful handgun load I can manage. This is not a job to do feebly. You want to be thorough and deliberate about it.

The toughest so far was a horse. You'd be surprised how emotionally compelling a very pregnant young woman can be. Not something I care to repeat. Thank God I was only assisting the Vet that time. Brutal memories, but we did the best job she could've asked for.

Many thanks, Benjammin. Your information is very useful and may lead to a much more humane, though of course, very necessary but painful future experience.

I've got some hot leads - fingers crossed. He might have to be shipped, but I know a couple of use with emergency funds to do the shipping... Everyone keep fingers crossed - there is a phone chain being called around here...

I WOULD take him, excapt that the Woman who is in effect my wife's 'second mom' is in hospice, and we have promised to take in her two cats.

I'd be happy to contribute some for shipping costs.

Nurit

I'm in for a few $$ to save the kitty.

I've got a hot leed out in California - the sister of one of the cat folks I know, and we are running downthe phone tree here in the NYC area

Don, if you are reading this, keep an eye on your email

X3. I'm in too.