How to humanely harvest Chicken- Broomstick Method (CD)

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Raising healthy, happy meat is most homesteaders goal.

Since most of us are several generations off the ranch or farm, this is a skill many of us have lost and it most intimidating to take on a first. I was in the same spot and turned to videos like this to learn.

I use the following method to dispatch our small livestock. We have tried several methods and this is what works for me.

I hope this helps you.

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[bch]

As a veterinarian, who is incredibly concerned about humane animal treatment, you did a very good job. Thank you.

[csummersky]

I rarely leave comments, but need to tell you how helpful watching this was. Chicken owner with a hen that is starting to have health issues. I will do my best to help her, but there may come a point that it will be more humane to dispatch her. It will not be easy, but the alternative is letting her suffer which I simply cannot abide. I have a responsibility to give my girls the best care. Humane dispatching is a part of that. Thank you very much for this video. Very well done.

[chanelroady]

I have been harvesting since '09. My nephew (7 y.o.) is staying with me until pandemic is over and has not yet witnessed a carry-out as of yet. He is completely comprehensive and aware of what the process entails. With that being said, since it is time to 'pass' the older roosters, I wanted to show him videos beforehand. Your video was not only the exact process I myself carry out, your demeanor was the most proper and respectful I have found. Respectfully, I thank you.

[caseypark]

We have to dispatch 3 very sick hens and it’s my first time. I’m an emotional mess about it and this video has made me feel a tad more peace to move forward. Thank you for the details and step by step, thank you for your respect, thank you for praying, and thank you for being what’s GOOD on this Earth. ❤️

[lindaadams]

I write this through tears as I wanted you to know how helpful this was for me. I wasn't sure I could do this. I had a hen on her way to death's door and knew I had to put her down as she was suffering. Thank you. I now know I can do this when I need to....and I thanked my sweet hen for helping me learn.

[Lucky]

I know I am commenting awfully late on this, but I just wanted to say how wonderful and gracious you have been in this video! In an odd way it was kind of beautiful to watch! The prayer that you placed over that rooster and how grateful you were for it! People take stuff like that for granted every single day and not only were you willing to teach but you also had humility during the process! I know it may seem silly to some, But that matters so thank you for being an example

[annieoconnor]

Thank you so much for your calm, clear explanation of this humane way of culling. You are the finest example of what human beings are capable of. Prayers for bountiful blessings in your life.

[DustinSrLenzo]

Just beautiful, the way you explained everything. Such a sweet soul and everything you said is so true. The praying 🙏 really got me. So beautiful. It's part of life, not a glamorous part but a part. Thank you and God bless you and your homestead. New subscriber.

[dad_chores]

Your heart is one of the kindest I've come across. Your prayer brought a tear to my eye, I'm not a prayer guy. Thank you for your respect.

[StaceyHerewegrowagain]

I love how you respect the animals you process ❤ It's so important.

[MudfossilGaia]

I just love how so many of the comments all start out with a huge "Thank you!" That right there is very telling of how important it is to share these kind of moments.... you are amazing the way you stand in your truth, I just want to thank you for that! You have just empowered so many people with something so needed in this world, including me, so thank you! 😊
(We did try this method on our first bird, and I will tell you guys... my husband didn't realize his own strength, and pulled a little too hard. The head came clean off! So fast that we didn't really know what to say to our son who was learning along with us, lol! He was just as shocked as we were, but it was a guaranteed success, with no question if the bird was dead... so it's okay...)
I just wanted to share that for anyone who might have experienced it that way, and to help anyone who might be trying this method.... you don't have to pull very hard at all, they are a very delicate animal.

[Bisonbakingco]

Thank you for your sweet soul and heart for teaching. My family is planning on starting to raise chickens and we are new at this entire process. Hearing the emotion in your voice confirms that I’m not alone in my hesitation to dispatch an animal for food for my family but that you can care and love animals and still eventually consume them.

[jenniferfarler]

So I paused this right before you began the process. My heart is in my throat already, HOWEVER. I do believe that it's good for it to be difficult and tug at your heart when culling a chicken. I feel when we get to the point of it not bothering you at all, your compassion and Thankfulness for that life is lost. Harvesting meat from an animal, whether you've raised it or it was just given to you is an amazing journey, a more healthy journey and it shouldn't be taken lightly or made easy. Through this, we learn exactly how much we truly care for our animals and how thankful we are that our "babies" provide what we need from them. 😍🥰

[katie]

I'm an atheist and hearing you say you pray over it made me cry. Thank you for your compassion.

[jennifergrizzaffi]

As a person dreaming of a homestead, I know this will initially be an emotional and difficult task. I am so appreciative for this video, your wisdom, and your approach.

[PLAGUETHEREAPER]

This helped a lot. Chicken got attacked by a dog and was in pain this was a helpful way to put her out without it being messy or horrible for a first time kill. Thank you

[lorimakovy]

I don't often comment, but I need to say THANK YOU! I had a hen who was hit by a car, she survived and I nursed her for a few days until it was evident that she would not have quality life due to her internal injuries. She was by far my sweetest girl who always came running to me her injuries did not affect her personality nor her desire to have me near her. Your video gave me what I needed to be able to help her end her suffering. I watched may on cervical dislocation, but yours is what I needed. Very well explained and coming from the heart, no hiding behind sunglasses or not showing every part until the end. Again, thank you!

[bertiemerle]

Ma'am, thank you very much for having the empathy, class and grace to post this and to do it with such courage and factual honesty.

I haven't had to do this yet, but know that it could be tomorrow or within the next four years, but it is inevitable for my laying girls. When that time comes this video and your empathetic yet factual post will be exactly what is needed .... when it is needed and with appropriate dispatch.

You're a strong and admirable lady. Thank you. You're an exceptional teacher and friend to folks you've never even met before.

God Bless you.

[stephaniemiles]

Just to add the chorus to this 5 years old vid, I just had to put down a very sick, very suffering, and very beloved hen. I used the instructions in this video and I’m incredibly grateful for your service to the human and animal world. I couldn’t quite tell how to do it correctly from reading alone, but the video gave me the courage and knowledge to be a good loving chicken mom to our sweet Fezzy. Thank you again.

[nightstand]

Thank you. You words have given me strength to cull my roosters. My hens will be grateful. 🙏