Ground shooting alone will not control wild dogs but it can be very effective at targeting individuals when they have evaded other forms of control. Shooting should be carried out by a competent marksman or landholder to avoid wounding or missing the dog.

Training in shooting

Game callers or howlers can be extremely effective tools to call wild dogs into range for shooting, particularly during the mating and breeding season when wild dogs are actively marking and defending their territories.

Further information is available in the PestSmart Standard Operating Procedure, including animal welfare guidelines and recommended calibers.