The government has announced that electric shock collars for cats and dogs will be banned in England.
The training devices deliver up to 6,000 volts of electricity or spray noxious chemicals to control unwanted behaviour and shock animals into obedience. Use of such equipment is already outlawed in Wales, whilst the Scottish government is also considering a ban.
Environment Secretary Michael Gove said “We are a nation of animal lovers and the use of punitive shock collars cause harm and suffering to our pets. This ban will improve the welfare of animals and I urge pet owners to instead use positive reward training methods.”
More information can be found on the BBC website.