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Poultry Slaughter Killing Cone | Medium

Description

Slaughter cone.

Using a killing cone is a foolproof way to cull poultry.

  • Made of galvanised iron.
  • Safe and humane
  • Fix to a post or wall.
  • Ideal size for heavy breed poultry and ducks.

Dimensions: Length 35cm. Diameter 27cm.

Step-by-Step Humane Use of a Dispatch Cone

1) Prepare

  • Equipment: sharp killing knife (at least 12–15 cm, double-sided if possible), very clean, disinfected.
  • Cone: mounted at a comfortable working height.
  • Optional but best practice: poultry stunner (electric or percussive).
  • Have a bucket/tray beneath for blood collection.
  • Keep the environment quiet and calm (away from other birds if possible).

2) Catch & Handle Gently

  • Approach calmly, hold the bird firmly but gently.
  • Support wings against the body to prevent flapping.
  • Avoid chasing birds, as this causes stress.

3) Place in the Cone

  • Insert the bird head first into the cone.
  • The cone should be snug so the bird cannot turn or flap.
  • The head and neck should extend out of the bottom.

4) Stun (Preferred Method)

  • If you have a stunner, apply it now:

    • Electric: electrodes applied to both sides of the head (follow device instructions).

    • Percussive: a rapid blow to the head, causing instant unconsciousness.

  • Confirm unconsciousness (no blinking when the corner of the eye is touched, no righting reflex).

  • ⚠️ If no stunner is available, you must cut swiftly and very cleanly (step 5).

5) Neck Cut

  • Use the sharp knife to make a deep, firm cut just behind the jawbone, across both sides of the neck.
  • Aim to sever both carotid arteries and jugular veins in one clean stroke.
  • Avoid cutting the spine or decapitating — bleeding is more effective and humane when vessels are cut.

6) Allow to Bleed Out

  • Keep the bird in the cone while it bleeds.
  • Reflex flapping is normal, but the bird should be unconscious if cut/stunned correctly.
  • Time to death is usually under 60 seconds.

7) Confirm Death

Before removing from the cone, check:

  • No rhythmic breathing.
  • No blink reflex when touching the eye.
  • No heartbeat (may be hard to feel, but absence of breathing + reflex = safe).

8) Aftercare

  • Dispose of blood and offal hygienically (MPI requires this).
  • Clean and disinfect equipment after each use.

✅ This method is considered the most humane way for home kill poultry in NZ when a cone is used.

✅ SPCA recommends always stunning first, but if not possible, the cut must be rapid and precise.

Poultry Slaughter Killing Cone | Medium

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          Description

          Slaughter cone.

          Using a killing cone is a foolproof way to cull poultry.

          • Made of galvanised iron.
          • Safe and humane
          • Fix to a post or wall.
          • Ideal size for heavy breed poultry and ducks.

          Dimensions: Length 35cm. Diameter 27cm.

          Step-by-Step Humane Use of a Dispatch Cone

          1) Prepare

          • Equipment: sharp killing knife (at least 12–15 cm, double-sided if possible), very clean, disinfected.
          • Cone: mounted at a comfortable working height.
          • Optional but best practice: poultry stunner (electric or percussive).
          • Have a bucket/tray beneath for blood collection.
          • Keep the environment quiet and calm (away from other birds if possible).

          2) Catch & Handle Gently

          • Approach calmly, hold the bird firmly but gently.
          • Support wings against the body to prevent flapping.
          • Avoid chasing birds, as this causes stress.

          3) Place in the Cone

          • Insert the bird head first into the cone.
          • The cone should be snug so the bird cannot turn or flap.
          • The head and neck should extend out of the bottom.

          4) Stun (Preferred Method)

          • If you have a stunner, apply it now:

            • Electric: electrodes applied to both sides of the head (follow device instructions).

            • Percussive: a rapid blow to the head, causing instant unconsciousness.

          • Confirm unconsciousness (no blinking when the corner of the eye is touched, no righting reflex).

          • ⚠️ If no stunner is available, you must cut swiftly and very cleanly (step 5).

          5) Neck Cut

          • Use the sharp knife to make a deep, firm cut just behind the jawbone, across both sides of the neck.
          • Aim to sever both carotid arteries and jugular veins in one clean stroke.
          • Avoid cutting the spine or decapitating — bleeding is more effective and humane when vessels are cut.

          6) Allow to Bleed Out

          • Keep the bird in the cone while it bleeds.
          • Reflex flapping is normal, but the bird should be unconscious if cut/stunned correctly.
          • Time to death is usually under 60 seconds.

          7) Confirm Death

          Before removing from the cone, check:

          • No rhythmic breathing.
          • No blink reflex when touching the eye.
          • No heartbeat (may be hard to feel, but absence of breathing + reflex = safe).

          8) Aftercare

          • Dispose of blood and offal hygienically (MPI requires this).
          • Clean and disinfect equipment after each use.

          ✅ This method is considered the most humane way for home kill poultry in NZ when a cone is used.

          ✅ SPCA recommends always stunning first, but if not possible, the cut must be rapid and precise.

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