The Kennel Club is alerting dog owners to the fact that the Companion Animal Welfare Council (CAWC) has issued a call for evidence to assess the implications of using electric shock training aids on companion animals.

CAWC is seeking information in relation to direct experience of both the use of these devices and alternatives in relation to achieving specific training goals.  The Kennel Club would encourage any dog owner who has had a negative experience of using an electric shock collar to respond to the questionnaire. 

The Kennel Club has lobbied for several years to ban electric shock training devices, recently resulting in an unprecedented decision by the Welsh Assembly to issue draft regulations restricting the use of them based on existing scientific evidence.     

Caroline Kisko, Kennel Club Communications Director said, “It is extremely important for anyone who has had a negative experience of using an electric shock collar to take part in the consultation.  We fear that because of the stigma attached to using these devices, anyone who has had a bad experience may be hesitant to come forward but it is only by reporting these issues – which may be done anonymously – that changes will be made to the law.

“Pain and fear are not humane methods by which to train a dog. There are many effective positive training methods which train dogs quickly, easily and reliably, with absolutely no fear, pain, or damage to the relationship between the owner and the dog. With these methods available there is no justification for electric shock training devices.”

For further information, please contact the External Affairs department on 0844 463 3980 ext 301 or visit www.banshockcollars.org.uk.

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