10Use of electronic collar

10 Use of electronic collar

(1)  In this regulation –

electronic collar, in respect of a dog, means a collar that is –

(a) designed to be used by being secured around the dog’s neck; and

(b) capable of imparting an electric shock to the dog when the dog is wearing the collar.

(2)  A person must not use an electronic collar on a dog unless the collar –

(a) is fitted to the dog in accordance with the specifications and instructions for use as provided by the manufacturer; and

(b) is in good working order; and

(c) is free from defect or damage; and

(d) emits an auditory warning to the dog before imparting an electric shock; and

(e) is not used on the dog for more than 12 hours in any 24-hour period.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.

(3)  A person must not use an electronic collar on –

(a) a vulnerable dog; or

(b) a dog that is whelping.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 20 penalty units.