Never carry a large animal home displayed on a vehicle. Such a display of your kill can be offensive to others. Also, engine heat will spoil the meat. All hunters should carry a good case or pocket knife, plus a whetstone or similar tool to sharpen the blade. The responsible hunter plans in advance how he will care for downed game.
Preparation is an important part of game care.
Dressing The key to preventing meat spoilage is fast and careful handling of game in the field. Follow any necessary tagging procedures. Upland birds and waterfowl may be field dressed quickly and easily with one knife cut. Insert the blade in the belly skin at the anus and then cut up to the breastbone. Take care to cut only the skin, not the entrails.