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I don't really have a problem with you hunting with a gun Damian and as far as I'm aware that isn't illegal. I'm guessing you're a good enough shot to get a clean kill with a minimum of suffering for the animal. One second it's awake, aware and enjoying it's life, the next second it isn't.
Yes, the purpose of shooting rabbit and pigeon is clear. It's pest control. The farmer benefits because his crops are preserved, we as consumers benefit from cheaper produce and I benefit because I get to eat tasty rabbit stew! Three birds killed with one stone, or cartridge even
This though is far removed from hunting a fox for fun with dogs that upon capture will rip it limb from limb for no purpose other than for some toff to have a blow on his horn.
We as reasoned and logical people can see the distinction between the two, however many people can't!