Defra UK on X: "“This ban will improve the welfare of animals and I urge pet owners to instead use positive reward training methods.” @michaelgove on today's announcement to ban electronic shock
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Northern Ireland dog 'shock collar' shame as only UK region left without law restricting use and sale - Belfast Live
UK government - Electronic training collars which are used for dogs and cats will be banned under new legislation announced by The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). https://www.gov.uk /government/news/cruel-electric-shock ...
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More than three-quarters of Brits support a ban on electric shock collars as dog welfare experts urge Government not to delay - Companion Life
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Major rule change for dog owners as common pet accessory banned after they were dubbed 'cruel and unnecessary' | The Sun
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