Cattle or cows, calves or bulls are immobilized through electric rectal probe stunning. Safe electrical currents are induced into the soft tissue of the animal causing a temporary and completely reversible paralysis of the muscle. Alternating between muscle contraction and relaxation at high frequencies allow for effective control of the beast while not inducing excessive muscle fatigue or damage. In terms of safety the Scintex cattle immobilizer provides benefits over large animal anesthesia or the alternative of having only crush or cradle restraint.