In Plain English
AI-generatedThis Bill would ban the use on dogs of electronic collars that deliver an electric shock. It also includes related measures to support dog welfare.
Key Points
- Bans the use on dogs of electronic collars designed to administer an electric shock.
- Provides definitions to clarify what counts as an electronic collar for the purposes of the law.
- Is likely to create offences for using, supplying, or possessing such collars, with penalties to be set out in the Bill.
- Includes connected provisions to support animal welfare and enforcement.
- applies to dogs within the UK and is currently at the second reading stage in the House of Commons.
Progress
The Bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons and has not yet progressed to committee stage.
Who is affected?
Dog owners and carersDog trainers and handlersManufacturers, importers, and retailers of electronic collarsVeterinary professionals and animal welfare organisationsDog breeders and businesses that use or sell dog training equipment
Generated 21 February 2026
