Question reference: S6W-16940
- Date lodged: 6 April 2023
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Current status: Answered by Mairi Gougeon on 24 April 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what plans it has to introduce a complete and enforceable ban on the use of electric shock collars on dogs.
Answer
The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission recently investigated the use of electronic dog training collars at our request. We will consider their findings carefully as part of our ongoing commitment to improve and enhance animal welfare.