They are short-range shotguns that can do little harm past 15 to 20 yd (14 to 18 m), and they are relatively quiet when fired with rimfire ammunition.
These guns are especially suitable for use inside barns and sheds, as the low-velocity small shot will not penetrate roofs or walls, nor injure livestock with a ricochet.
[citation needed] Its power and range are very limited, making it suitable only for pest control.
Examples include the Chiappa Little Badger Shotgun[7][8][9] Small .410 gauge shotguns such as the Snake Charmer, Rossi Tuffy, and H&R Tamer are also commonly used by gardeners and farmers for pest control, and are sometimes called "garden guns".
.410 shotguns loaded with shot shells are well-suited for small game hunting and pest control, including rabbits, squirrels, snakes, rats, and birds.