Do a Cattle Prod?

A cattle prod, also called a stock prod or a hot stick, is a handheld device commonly used to make cattle or other livestock move by striking or poking them. An electric cattle prod is a stick with electrodes on the end which is used to make cattle move through a relatively high-voltage, low-current electric shock.

Is a cattle prod illegal?

Electroshock devices such as stun guns and cattle prods have been sold in the United States for decades. Although stun guns are illegal in Baltimore and Baltimore County, they can be purchased via the Internet, through mail-order catalogs and at trade shows and conventions.

Is a cattle prod good for self defense?

A descendant of the cattle prod, the stun baton can be used to deter human threats as well as violent animals. They allow you a good level of distance, compared to a normal stun gun. Having one on your person can provide a greater level of safety.