i would feel bad to shoot a stray dog, even if it was attacking my livestock. I would prefer to find a alternative solution to shooting them but if I had to I would. I was worried that my neighbor or his kids may come out and get bit, the only thing i could think of doing if that happened would be to let my dogs loose if that did happen. I didnt even want to shoot the stray cat. I dont like cats much, but now I have a new pet....lol.