The Use of Remotely Controlled Electronic Shock Collars in Dogs and Cats
Deadline (extended): 16 February 2024
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine are asking for submissions from the public.
The use of remotely controlled electronic shock collars in dogs and cats has been banned in several European countries on the grounds of animal welfare.
The question of whether the use of these devices on dogs and cats ought to be banned in Ireland is under consideration by the Advisory Council for Companion Animal Welfare, which advises the Minister on such matters.
Submissions by stakeholders on this question may be submitted by email to animalwelfare@agriculture.gov.ie before 16 February 2024.
