Animal Suffering in Insecticide Spraying
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Question
I have insects and cockroaches at home, and I want to spray K300. Somehow, I feel that this causes animal suffering and cruelty to the insects, because in previous times I saw how they suffered until they died. (I cannot spray them directly in one go, because they hide under the furniture in the house) On the other hand, I cannot live with such crawling creatures under one roof. What is the Torah's and Jewish morality's view on this?
Answer
Hello,
According to the Torah, there is no prohibition on causing animal suffering when a person acts for the benefit of their body and soul.
It is not clear if they suffer; it is possible that the poison immediately numbs their sensation.
However, if it is known that there is suffering, it is necessary to prevent it if there is a way to do so.