Why armed herdsmen are the wrong way
From WildBeimWild.com:
The demand for armed herdsmen sounds like a quick solution to the wolf conflict. But it poses more problems than opportunities. The use of firearms in the steep, confusing terrain of the Alps is risky.
Herders are primarily livestock keepers, not trained gamekeepers or police officers. A weapon increases the risk of misfires, accidents, and misunderstandings – for humans, dogs, and wildlife alike.
