Right about the Dove/Rabbit loads. Esp. if over-penetration is an issue.
I did pick up a 3-pack of flechette loads, with those little steel darts in them. They kicked a$$ on 3/4"CDX, and actually went through a 3-4" tree ( a couple were were sticking out the other side and found exit holes for others). Definitely SHTF defense loads.... But they are pricey.
Anyone tried the Dragons Breath rounds, that shoot the fireball downrange? Wondered about those for true SHTF defense.