Wyomingites overwhelmingly agree that pursuing and running over an animal with a vehicle is not hunting - a survey of voters found that 73% consider it cruelty.

Operating a vehicle to intentionally harm wildlife represents an egregious form of animal cruelty that causes unnecessary suffering, as animals pursued by vehicles often experience prolonged stress and trauma before death. Unlike regulated hunting methods, this practice offers no opportunity for clean, humane kills.

Intentionally using vehicles to kill wildlife reflects poorly on Wyoming's reputation as a state that values responsible hunting traditions and outdoor recreation, potentially harming both tourism and the state's image among conservation-minded visitors and businesses considering relocation.​

The use of snowmobiles to chase and kill wildlife is particularly cruel during winter months when animals are already stressed by harsh conditions and limited food resources. The high-speed pursuit through deep snow forces animals to expend critical energy reserves they need for survival, often leading to exhaustion and a slow death even if they initially escape.

Wyoming's extensive network of snowmobile trails and winter recreation areas represents a significant economic driver for the state through tourism and local recreation. Allowing the pursuit and killing of wildlife by snowmobile risks damaging this valuable industry by creating conflicts between legitimate recreational users and those seeking to harm animals, while also tarnishing the reputation of responsible snowmobile enthusiasts.

Modern ranching has numerous effective and more humane options for predator management that don't require snowmobile pursuit, including guardian animals like dogs and llamas, improved fencing systems, and if necessary, targeted removal by professional wildlife services using approved methods. Using snowmobiles to chase and kill predators is not only unnecessarily cruel but also inefficient compared to proactive measures that prevent livestock losses in the first place, such as increased human presence, night corralling, and the use of deterrents like motion-activated lights and sound devices. Additionally, random pursuit and killing of predators can actually disrupt stable pack structures and territories, potentially leading to increased conflicts with livestock as new predators move into vacated areas.