Campaign seeking to ban dog shock collars is backed by Lanarkshire MSP

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Rutherglen’s MSP has met with campaigners to explore the negative impact of electric shock collars on the welfare of dogs.Clare Haughey is also calling for urgent action on the issue.The collars deliver an electric shock to a dog’s neck via a remote control, up to a radius of two miles – meaning a dog not within sight of its owner could still receive the stimulus – and for up to 11 seconds at a time.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The use of electronic dog training collars is currently being investigated by the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission, with results of their investigation set to be published later this year.The Kennel Club has long-campaigned for a ban on these devices in Scotland, alongside the Scottish SPCA.Wide-ranging evidence has demonstrated the detrimental effect the collars can have on the welfare of dogs.

A study carried out by the University of Lincoln showed that electric shock collars were no more effective in training than positive reinforcement.Clare Haughey MSP said: “Scotland is a nation of dog lovers, and we all want to see the highest standards of animal welfare upheld.“Electric shock collars for dogs are wrong, full stop.

That’s why I support the Kennel Club and Scottish SPCA’s campaign to increase awareness about their impact on dog welfare.“I look forward to the