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RE: Close encounter with a snake
I would do whatever it takes to protect myself, my family or my pets. Countless times has my fiancé grabbed the gun when he heard strange noises in the night, the dog yelping outside or seen coyotes in our yard. Luckily, we have not had to kill anything yet... I just don't get all the offense taken by the ops action I guess. I love animals... All animals. I am sad when squirrels get hit by cars. However, I also assume the responsibility to protect the things that are most important to me. In this case, it is not the snake. And if killing the snake was the best option to stop immediate harm to my tort or me, then there would be no hesitation. Of course, if the snake was on the other side of the yard minding it's business, I'd prob just try to have a professional relocate it or scare it away myself.
I would do whatever it takes to protect myself, my family or my pets. Countless times has my fiancé grabbed the gun when he heard strange noises in the night, the dog yelping outside or seen coyotes in our yard. Luckily, we have not had to kill anything yet... I just don't get all the offense taken by the ops action I guess. I love animals... All animals. I am sad when squirrels get hit by cars. However, I also assume the responsibility to protect the things that are most important to me. In this case, it is not the snake. And if killing the snake was the best option to stop immediate harm to my tort or me, then there would be no hesitation. Of course, if the snake was on the other side of the yard minding it's business, I'd prob just try to have a professional relocate it or scare it away myself.