Cruel electronic training collars which are used for dogs and cats are to be banned under new legislation, the Government has announced today.
Remote controlled electronic training collars (e-collars) have a remote device that triggers an electronic pulse, which can be varied in strength, while others may spray a noxious chemical. As well as being misused to inflict unnecessary harm and suffering, there’s also evidence e-collars can re-direct aggression or generate anxiety-based behaviour in pets – making underlying behavioural and health problems worse.
The action follows a public consultation on a proposed ban for all e-collars.
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