If I were to throw a live semi-flightless bird as hard as I can, would it be safe and unharmed provided I launched it into thin air, and I held it as gently as I could during the throw?

I guess the throw would be similar to that of shotput.

I was in the shower and started wondering if cock-tossing could be a viable sport if all competitors (cock-fondlers, I guess) prioritized animal wellbeing over winning.