Electronic training aids

On this page you can find out more about the British Veterinary Association view on the use of electronic training aids on pets

Background

In principle we oppose the use of electronic shock collars for the training and containment of companion animals.

We are concerned that the use of electronic devices to shock as a means of punishing or controlling behaviour is open to potential abuse and that incorrect use of such training aids has the potential to cause welfare problems.

Instead we recommend the use of positive reinforcement methods.

  • The BVA is opposed to the use of all electronic training devices including shock collar and containment systems that are not visible to the animal (freedom fences).
  • BVA position you can see our policy statement on the use of electric shock collars

What the BVA has done

  • the Ethics and Welfare Group in consultation with the BSAVA submitted a response to the Welsh Assembly consultation on their proposed legislation
  • the Ethics and Welfare Group will reconsider the BVA policy once the Defra study results are published.

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