§ Mr. WhittingdaleTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what assessment she has made of the welfare implications of the use of electric shock collars for dogs. [170190]
§ Mr. BradshawThe scientific evidence concerning the welfare implications of the use of electric shock collars for dogs is not conclusive. In the absence of conclusive evidence it would not be appropriate to make an assessment but we will carefully consider any further evidence that is produced.
§ Mr. WhittingdaleTo ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what representations she has received on electric shock collars for dogs; and if she will make a statement. [170191]
§ Mr. BradshawThe Department has received a number of representations both in support of and in opposition to the use of electric shock collars for dogs.