Anybody concerned about Conibear traps and their dogs should go buy a 330, the big size, and practice setting it until proficient. I set them for years, attempting to control beaver, and I can assure you that once you learn how you can release a dog faster with your two hands than you can with cord or rope or any other device. There is a hook on each spring that holds it depressed once it is put in place. This can be done in seconds with practice and, when your dog has one on him cutting off his air, seconds count. I'm not a particularly strong guy, but I set all my traps, including leg holds, up to and including no. 4 longsprings, with just my hands, not my feet.
Forget the gimmicks, practice 'til you get it down if you're serious about saving your dog's life.
SRH
Last edited by Stan; 10/09/13 09:29 PM.
