Cow 1
This image represents the locations for captive bolt/gunshot stunning of young and
adult cattle.
- a) frontal method; intersection of two lines between the medial canthus of the eye and
the base of the opposite horn (or just above the base of the ear).
- b) temporal method (gunshot only); midway between eye and base of ear on same side;
firing from the side, bullet directed horizontally.
- c) from the top of the head: possible for young animals; not recommended.
For further information, contact the Animal Health and Production Division at (613)
225-2342. |