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The Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (Wales) Regulations 2010

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Explanatory Note

(This note is not part of the Regulations)

These Regulations are made under section 12 of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 (c. 45) and prohibit the use on cats and dogs of any electronic collar designed to administer an electric shock.

Regulation 1 defines “electronic collar”.

Regulation 2 prohibits the use of an electronic collar on a cat or dog.

Regulation 3 makes provision for offences.

Regulation 4 provides powers of entry and search.

A regulatory appraisal has been prepared. Copies may be obtained from the Office of the Chief Veterinary Officer, the Welsh Assembly Government, Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3NQ.

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