Nah...I wouldnt shoot, either. I see only a couple of Bobcats every few years, so there are not that many around where I hunt. They dont pose a threat to deer, except maybe poaching a few fawns shortly after they drop, but I doubt that, too. Even a new fawn is pretty quick and dangerous with its hooves...seems to me Bobcats would prefer easier prey...like rabbits, squirrels etc. I sort of like cats, too, so it would be hard for me to take one. I dont think deer are too worried about Bobcats, either...deer smell carnivores all the time...foxes, coyotes, etc...so a few bobcats wouldnt be any big deal.