Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Regulations 2019
25Use of remote training collars and anti-bark collars
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25 Use of remote training collars and anti-bark collars
(1) A person must not use a remote training or anti‑bark collar on a dog unless—
(a) the person is a veterinary practitioner or qualified dog trainer; or
(b) the person is acting under the supervision and written instructions of a veterinary practitioner or a qualified dog trainer.
(2) If subregulation (1)(b) applies, the use of the collar must be reviewed by the veterinary practitioner or qualified dog trainer—
(a) within 6 months of the examination referred to in regulation 24(a); and
(b) at least every 12 months after the first review.