Electric Cattle

Electric cattle, also known as electric livestock prods or electric goads, are handheld devices that are used to provide a mild electric shock to livestock such as cattle, pigs, and sheep. The shock is typically administered to the animal’s hindquarters and is intended to encourage the animal to move in a desired direction or to get up if it is lying down. Electric cattle prods are often used by farmers and ranchers to manage their livestock, particularly when moving animals between pastures or loading them onto trucks for transportation. However, there are concerns about the ethical use of these devices, as they can cause pain and distress to animals if not used appropriately. Many countries have regulations in place to govern the use of electric prods on livestock.